Skilled Roofer - Will Train in Slate

The Durable Slate Company • Savage, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Durable Slate Company offers an opportunity for experienced roofers to transition from standard residential roofing into high-skill specialty work, including slate, tile, and copper systems. The company provides a paid apprenticeship program to train and develop craftsmen in these trades, focusing on materials that last 50–100+ years. This role involves working on historic buildings, churches, and high-end homes, performing detailed, precision-based roofing rather than production installs. The company aims to build long-term careers in historic roofing and preservation.

Requirements

• Experience in steep slope roofing
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, lifts, and scaffolding
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points, pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork
• Willingness and ability to travel to different job sites
• Desire for a long-term career in historic roofing and preservation

Responsibilities

• Install and repair slate, tile, and metal roofing systems
• Work on historic buildings, churches, and high-end homes
• Perform detailed, precision-based roofing (not production installs)
• Learn specialty techniques most roofers never get exposure to

Benefits

• Paid in-house and on-the-job training
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 90 days (Employer pays 50%)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Quarterly bonuses for attendance and target achievement
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Promotion opportunities based on performance, not tenure
• Travel logistics and support for multi-site projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees