Crewperson 5, Roofing

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

19h•Onsite

About The Position

A Roofing Crewperson is responsible for inspecting and maintaining the roofs of all buildings owned by USD 259. This includes locating and patching leaks, repairing roofs, and roof replacements. The roofing department is also responsible for waterproofing exterior basement walls to prevent leakage and called upon to retrieve balls and similar items from roofs. Employee Punctuality and Appearance: In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Equipment: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use. Travel: Travel between schools and central offices is required. Physical and Mental Demands: Work in high places and on steep pitched roofs Overtime possible Respond rapidly for emergency situations as necessary Work in non-air conditioned environment with high and low temperatures Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time Ability to bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and ladders, reach overhead Lifting 100 lbs occasionally and light lifting frequently Attendance and punctuality is important Attendance at all required meetings Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Communicated effectively both verbally and written with crew members, building personnel, and others contacted through the performance of job duties Ability to prioritize and organize, changing assignments on short notice Perform under deadlines and work in a calm and efficient manner Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them Possesses exceptional knowledge and demonstrates worthy skills in the roofing trade. Have knowledge in TPO, PVC and EPDM roofs and have exceptional knowledge in welding, flashing, reading blue prints, measuring and laying deck sheets Interrelations: Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED is preferred
Must be qualified to repair and apply all types of roofing materials property and efficiently
Maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License throughout entirety of employment

Nice To Haves

Three to four years roofing experience is preferred.
A CDL class A driver's license is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all roofing tasks in a skilled manner
Removes old roofing utilizing roofing shovel, nail-puller, or other removal equipment
Covers roofs with roofing materials other than sheet metal, such as composition shingles or sheets, or asphalt and gravel, to waterproof roofs
Cuts roofing paper to size, using knife, nails or staples it to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials
Aligns roofing material with edge of roof, and overlaps successive layers, gauging distance of overlap with chalk line, gauge on shingling hatchet, or by lines on shingles
Fastens composition shingles or sheets to roof with asphalt, cement, or nails
Cuts strips of flashing and fit them into angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces
Applies alternate layers of hot asphalt or tar and roofing paper until roof covering is as specified
When applying asphalt or tar and gravel to roof, mops or pours hot asphalt or tar onto roof covering
Transports hot tar via bucket weighing up to 50 lbs or via mop cart, which is pulled to work site
Temperature of hot tar can be 500 degrees or greater
Applies gravel or pebbles over top layer, using rake or stiff bristled broom
Gravel is shoveling into wheelbarrows and pushed to the site of work
Utilizes the latest roofing methods and procedures
Maintains current knowledge of all materials and equipment applicable in the performance of advanced roofing techniques.
Ability to carry out assignments and perform work of excellent quality with no supervision.
Display excellent workmanship and is able to learn new roofing systems.
Display good attendance with proper notification/planning, when absent.
Has experience in being a crew leader.
Performs mandatory snow removal
Must be able to work in hot asphalt, shingles, Duro-Last and modified roofs
Must have the physical capability to mop asphalt, set rolls, spud and sweep gravel, tear off and replace roofs
Accept the responsibility of leading the crew
Must have the physical capability to work with the crew and delegate the job duties
Maintain an understanding and learning about utilized materials and applications
Attend seminars and roofing classes to learn new systems and specifications