ROOFER

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups, as well as the separate Emergency Management team, are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: https://facilities.uw.edu/. Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture. We have an outstanding opportunity for a Roofer. Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, perform work, which includes, but is not limited to, skilled installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of roofing.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a roofer OR, full journey status as a roofer in a union; OR four years’ applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety & Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.
Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction, working well with others and as a member of a team.
Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products
Experience in the operation of an aerial platform lift

Nice To Haves

Experience as a commercial and/or industrial roofer.

Responsibilities

Check roof areas, roof drains and gutters to determine serviceability and repair needs; clean debris as required’ locate and repair roof and related leaks.
Prepare sub roofing by removing old surfaces and repairing base for new material.
Install flashings for vent pipes, conduits, fans, air-conditioners and other machines or structures installed on roofs.
Inspect application of new roofs by contractors.
Read and interpret blueprints and/or working drawings.
Install or repair all types of roofing, including asphalt, composition, slate, tile and single-ply systems.
Estimate materials and time required for completion of jobs and projects.
Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status/work progress, needed materials and equipment.
Operate and maintain a variety of power and hand tools.
Operate machinery such as forklifts, scissor-lifts, and high rangers.
Load and unload materials and supplies.
Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites.
May instruct semiskilled workers.
Communicate and collaborate with other UW Facilities shops and other business partners such as FS Campus Operations Engineering Services to facilitate work.
Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures, M&C protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).
Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C.
Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives, including Balanced Scorecard (BSC), incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes, and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.
Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.
Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community.
Other duties as required