Heavy Equipment Operator

Born in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Valley Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established to provide direct assistance to the families and communities of the Swannanoa River Valley.

Our mission is to restore hope and rebuild lives in North Carolina and surrounding communities by providing vital assistance, fostering community collaboration, and promoting preparedness for future disasters.

Volunteers with experience in heavy equipment operation are desperately needed to help the residents of the Swannanoa River valley and the people of Western North Carolina recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Volunteers will be using various machinery and equipment to remove storm debris.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Assess debris cleanup needs

• Cleanup and remove debris using equipment

• Assist in general care of equipment during operations

• Work with volunteers and staff

Requirements:

• Background check

• Personal transportation

• Orientation

Skills Required: 

• Experience and/or training with heavy equipment

• Ability to lift heavy objects

• Ability to stand/sit for long periods

• Positive and compassionate communication skills

• Harsh weather conditions

Attire:

• Comfortable work wear

• Safety glasses

• Work gloves

• Close toed shoes

Location:

• 1035 Old US Hwy 70W, Black Mountain, NC 28711

To sign up for this volunteer opportunity, simply

• Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next-step instructions from our organization

• Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by emailing info@handsonasheville.org