Experienced Roofer

The Durable Slate Company; Savage (MD); On-site; USD 31,684 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Quarterly bonuses

Job summary

The Durable Slate Company, an award-winning roofing contractor, is seeking Roofing Technicians in Savage, Maryland. The role involves installing and repairing slate and traditional roofing materials, combined with a paid apprenticeship for skill mastery. Applicants must have roofing experience and a commitment to quality and safety.

Competitive compensation starts at $23/hr. with benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. Join a team dedicated to preserving historic roofs and apply today!

Qualifications

• 1+ years roofing experience (steep-slope preferred).
• Knowledge of roofing installation and repair techniques preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and restore traditional roofing systems.
• Maintain safe job sites and follow safety standards.
• Work at heights using ladders and scaffolding.

Skills

Roofing experience (1+ years)

Knowledge of repair techniques

Comfort working at heights

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

The Durable Slate Company is an award-winning historic roofing contractor specializing in slate, cedar/wood shake, copper, and clay-tile roofing. Established in 1986, we are known nationwide for exceptional craftsmanship, safety, and preservation excellence. We’re currently hiring Roofing Technicians who take pride in their work and are open to learning historic roofing using traditional methods and delivering high-quality work. Through our paid apprenticeship you will be able to master the art of historic roofing.

What You’ll Do

• Install, repair, and restore traditional slate, tile, cedar shake and copper roofing systems

• Work with natural slate, clay tile, copper flashing, and related materials

• Maintain safe, professional job sites and follow company safety standards

• Opportunity to travel to job sites locally and throughout the US with paid travel time and logistics support provided

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years roofing experience (any type, steep-slope preferred)

• Knowledge of roofing installation, repair techniques, and flashing details is preferred

• Comfort 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 (preferred), ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check required

• Commitment to quality craftsmanship, safety, and professionalism

Compensation

• $23–$45+/hr. based on skill and experience

• Performance-based advancement opportunities

• Overtime available as the weather allows

Benefits

• Paid in-house and on-the-job training (including advanced slate and sheet metal techniques)

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 90 days (Employer pays 50%)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Quarterly bonuses for perfect attendance and meeting targets

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Promotions based on performance, not tenure

• Travel logistics and support to make multi-site projects seamless

If you’re an experienced roofer who values craftsmanship, safety, and pride in your work, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and build a career preserving historic roofs that matter. https://www.durableslate.com/

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Durable Slate Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.