Construction Laborer - Roof Loader

Richards Building Supply; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime potential

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Family oriented company culture

Career advancement opportunities

Great team and safety-first culture

Family owned and operated

Job summary

A leading building supply company in Kansas City is seeking Roof Loaders to assist with delivering roofing materials. This active outdoor role involves working alongside drivers, unloading materials, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates are physically strong, reliable, and have a positive attitude. No experience is needed, as training will be provided. The company offers competitive pay, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Positive attitude and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist drivers and unload materials on rooftops.
• Work outdoors and keep jobs running smoothly.
• Interact professionally with customers on-site.
• Stay active, work outside, and make good money doing it
• Work closely with drivers and warehouse teammates to keep jobs running smoothly
• Be the hero that keeps our contractors supplied and satisfied
• Interact professionally with customers on-site and at the branch to ensure a smooth and friendly delivery experience

Skills

Physical strength

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring Roof Loaders to join our delivery team. You’ll work alongside drivers and contractors to deliver roofing materials to homes and job sites—helping homeowners get back on their feet, one roof at a time. If you’re strong, reliable, and want to do work that matters, this is your chance.

Responsibilities

• Ride with drivers to job sites and help unload materials onto rooftops
• Work on roofs (with safety gear) to help place materials where contractors need them
• Learn the tools of the trade—from forklifts to teamwork
• Stay active, work outside, and make good money doing it
• Work closely with drivers and warehouse teammates to keep jobs running smoothly
• Be the hero that keeps our contractors supplied and satisfied
• Interact professionally with customers on-site and at the branch to ensure a smooth and friendly delivery experience

You Might Be a Fit If

• You’re looking for more than just a job—you want a shot at a career
• Heights don’t bother you (in fact, you kinda like the view)
• You’re strong enough to lift up to 100 lbs—and motivated enough to do it more than once
• You’ve got a positive attitude, show up on time, and work hard
• You have an eye for detail and take pride in getting things right the first time
• You’re personable and enjoy interacting with customers to provide excellent service
• No experience? No problem. We’ll train you.

Perks That Set This Role Apart

• Competitive pay with great OT and bonus potential during peak season hours
• Paid time off & holidays
• Outdoor, active work—this job is not a desk job
• Full-body fitness—get paid to stay in shape
• Career potential—great path into full-time roles in the trades
• Great people—supportive team, good vibes, safety-first culture
• Family owned, operated and focused company

Why This Role Matters

• You’ll be directly helping families rebuild their homes
• You’ll gain valuable experience in the construction and logistics industries
• You’ll be part of a tight-knit team that values hard work and heart
• You’ll have a path to full-time opportunities after summer ends

Benefits

• 20 PAID DAYS OFF (includes PTO, Holidays and Family Focused Company Closure between Christmas and New Years)
• Bonus incentive program as well as Holiday bonuses and other bonus opportunities
• Competitive Hourly Rate with great OT potential during peak season hours
• Flexible work/life balanced hours, home every night and typical schedule Monday-Friday 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
• Significant employer contributions towards monthly premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life and AD&D benefit plans
• Additional voluntary benefit options available including Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness and Cancer plans as well as additional Life and AD&D benefit policies
• 401K program with a best in industry company match
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Family owned, operated and focused company

About Richards Building Supply

Richards Building Supply believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

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Richards Building Supply is a wholesale building material distributor serving 15 states with over 65 locations. As a family owned, operated and focused company, Richards Building Supply has spent nearly 50 years building a thriving and profitable organization, as well as invaluable business relationships. Richards stocks a comprehensive line of products such as residential and commercial roofing, siding, windows, decking, soffit, doors, molding, rainware, cabinets, and more.

Learn more about us here: https://www.richards-supply.com/about

Richards Building Supply believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

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