Roofer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license or equivalent; must obtain a CDL license.
• Successfully complete the First Class Roofer qualifications test and performance test as required.
• Use personal protective equipment furnished.
• Ability to work in stooped, bent, or cramped positions and from ladders, scaffolding, and similar equipment.
• Ability to work in close proximity to high voltage and moving vehicles and with various chemicals.
• Subject to calls during storms and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Clear roofs of foreign objects and debris.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintenance work on roofs.
• Repair or replace strainers and clear drain obstructions.
• Inspect roofs for excessive wear and make necessary repairs to blistering and other faults.
• Perform carpentry, blacksmithing, and masonry work related to roof installation or repair.
• Operate roofer kettles and handle hot roofing materials.
• Help erect ladders, scaffolding, staging, and rigging.
• Lay out and organize work, including quantity estimates and bills of materials.
• Perform sanding, painting, and touch-up work related to roofing.
• Install waterproofing on foundation slabs, footings, and foundation walls.
• Install skylights, roof access doors, and hatches.
• Fabricate and install metal flashing and counter flashing.
• Fabricate and install pitch boxes, drains, vents, gutters, and downspouts.
• Install vinyl and aluminum siding.
• Fabricate and install metal capping for windows, doors, skylights, and roof hatches.
• Comply with Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures and applicable job safety responsibilities.
• Report safety concerns, compromises, or hazards affecting operations, the public, or employees; maintain personal safety and promote the safety of others.
• Complete SEPTA or manufacturer courses as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.