Coatings Roofer

bakerroofing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

Annual PTO

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401K matching program

Job summary

Baker Roofing Company is seeking a coatings roofer to assist roofers and foremen, helping prepare job sites and apply roofing materials including metal, shingles, TPO, PVC, EPDM, slate, asphalt, aluminum and wood. The role involves travel across assignments, operating hand and power tools, and collaborating with skilled teams to deliver quality installations.

No prior roofing experience is required for this entry-level position, but general construction experience is a plus; strong safety

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic safety techniques and procedures.
• Attention to detail, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to organize, plan, and execute work assignments.
• Interpersonal skills to work on a team.
• Ability to read and use tape measure, mark distances.

Responsibilities

• Clean up debris from the roof surface and surrounding property.
• Assist with installation of vapor barriers and insulation on roof decks.
• Cover exposed nail heads to prevent water leakage.
• Assist with installing layers of material over roof insulation surfaces.
• Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment.
• Repair cracks or damage using proper materials.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tape measure reading

Tools

Tape measure usage

Job description

Baker Roofing Company - Coatings Roofer

This is a unique opportunity to take control of your career path and develop skills that can fast-track you from Laborer to Master Foreman. Baker Roofing invests in our employees by empowering success through a structured growth plan and intensive training courses. We value our employees by providing competitive benefits, prioritizing safety, and emphasizing work-life balance.

Benefits to Joining the Baker Team:

• Weekly Pay
• Paid Holidays (7)
• Annual Earned PTO
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K Matching Program (100% up to 3% and 50% up to 5%)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emphasis on Safety
• Paid On-the-Job Skills Training - no previous roofing experience required!
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities

Summary

Assist Roofers and Foremen with preparing the job site and covering roofs with materials such as metal, shingles, single-ply systems (TPO, PVC, and EPDM), 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

• Travel: This position requires about 60% travel, including weekends. Accommodations are covered and per diem is provided during travel.
• Experience: General construction experience required. Commercial roofing experience is a plus.
• Driver's License: Not required but 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 tasks, and meet deadlines according to instructions received
• Ability to organize, plan, and execute work assignments
• 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 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
• 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, single-ply systems, 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
• Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job

Physical Demands

• Requires standing up for long periods of time
• Requires climbing ladders, scaffolds, and stairways
• Requires considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body in order to climb, lift, balance, walk, and handle materials
• Requires use of 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
• Requires ability to stand, 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, including 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, therefore 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 accommodation in applying for employment at Baker Roofing Company, please contact our Recruiting department at 919-828-2975or [e-mail].

EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor