Service Helper

Baker Roofing Company • Pensacola, FL

4d

About The Position

The Service Helper assists roofers and foremen with preparing job sites and installing roofing materials. Materials may include metal, shingles, single-ply systems (TPO, PVC, and EPDM), slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, gravel, gypsum, and related products. The role may involve operating hand and power tools, vehicles, mechanized devices, and equipment. Paid on-the-job skills training is provided, and previous roofing experience is not required.

The work requires attention to safety and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors and at heights, in varying weather and other potentially hazardous conditions. Schedules vary with project demands and may include early mornings, extended days, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• A driver's license is required.
• Must be willing to submit to a 10-panel drug test.
• Must be self-motivated, open-minded, and able to accept constructive criticism.
• Knowledge of basic safety techniques and procedures.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines according to instructions.
• Ability to organize, plan, and execute work assignments.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work as part of a team.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure and mark or record distances.
• Basic knowledge of construction materials and tools used in construction or repair of structures.
• Ability to identify problems and communicate them to a foreman.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner according to instructions.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and criteria for BRC Driver eligibility.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds; stand, walk, and balance for long periods; and perform repetitive bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, or crawling.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and at heights.
• Combined weight of employee, required PPE, and gear must not exceed 309 pounds due to fall-protection design parameters.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• General construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean debris from roof surfaces and surrounding property.
• Assist with installing vapor barriers and layers of insulation on roof decks.
• Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage and rust.
• Assist with installing partially overlapping layers of material over roof insulation surfaces.
• Assist with covering roofs and exterior walls using roofing materials such as metal, single-ply systems, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, gravel, and gypsum.
• Use brushes, knives, punches, hammers, and other tools to perform roofing work.
• Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment.
• Repair cracks, defects, or damage using appropriate materials.
• Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings.
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching program: 100% match up to 3% and 50% match up to 5%.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid on-the-job skills training.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Emphasis on safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed