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Baker Roofing Company, the second largest roofing contractor in the nation, is always recruiting for top talent in the roofing industry. Family owned and operated, we have been around for over 100 years. We have twenty three offices across Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and Florida.
Baker Roofing Company is looking for energetic employees who are interested in a structured career path that is proven to get motivated individuals from entry-level positions to foreman in as little as two years.
Previous construction experience is preferred, but not required.
Starting pay as high as $14-16/hour.
Summary
Assist Roofers and Foremen with preparing the job site for covering roofs of structures with materials such as metal, shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and related materials. May operate hand and power tools of all types.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The lists below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School/G.E.D preferred but not required
Years of Experience: 6 months – 1 year of general construction experience
Certifications: None required
Driver License: Not required but it is a plus
Must be self-motivated, open minded, and able to accept constructive criticism
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the basic Safety techniques and procedures
Attention to detail, ability to prioritize task and meet deadlines according to instructions received
Ability to organized, plan, and execute work assignments
Ability to climb ladders, stairways and scaffolding
Interpersonal skills necessary to work on a team
Ability to read and use tape measure; mark or record distances
General basic knowledge of construction materials and tools involved in the construction or repair of structures
Ability to perform general physical activities in construction areas
Ability to identify problems and communicate them to his foreman in order to accomplish work
Ability to identify and resolves problems in a timely manner according to instructions received
Essential Functions
Clean up debris from the roof surface and surrounding property.
Assist with the installation of vapor barriers and/or layers of insulation on the roof decks of roofs.
Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage and rust.
Assist with the installation of partially overlapping layers of material over roof insulation surfaces.
Assist with covering roofs and exterior walls of structures with metal, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, gravel, gypsum, and/or related materials, using brushes, knives, punches, hammers and other tools.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Repair cracks, defects, or damage, using proper materials
Physical ability to stand and walk, lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds regularly
Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings
Physical Demands
Requires standing up for long periods of time
Requires climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles
Requires considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body in order to climb, lift, balance, walk, and handling materials
Requires use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing
Requires seeing details at close range
Requires repetitive movement, bending or twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling
Physical ability to stand and walk, lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds regularly
Work Environment
Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions, in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures, includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
Includes exposure to contaminants, hazardous material or equipment
Mistakes are not easily correctable and have serious consequences, therefor Safety procedures need to be followed
Requires exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings
Requires exposure to high places or dangerous conditions
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Baker Roofing Company is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying for employment at Baker Roofing Company, please contact our Human Resources department .
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