Roofing Laborer

Baker Roofing Company

Lancaster (Lancaster County)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay
Paid Holidays & PTO
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401K Matching Program
ESOP
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Comprehensive Safety Training
Paid On-the-Job Training & Career Dev

Job summary

Baker Roofing Company is seeking a Roofing Laborer in York, PA to assist roofers and foremen with site preparation and installation of roofing systems. The role supports various materials, from metal to single-ply systems, and emphasizes safety and teamwork.

Ideal candidates have a safety mindset, basic construction knowledge, and a willingness to learn through on-the-job training and career development opportunities offered by Baker Roofing Company.

Qualifications

  • Requires safety-minded approach and ability to follow directions.
  • Experience with basic construction tools is a plus.
  • Education background: high school/GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare job sites and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
  • Remove debris from roofs and surrounding work areas.
  • Assist with installing insulation, vapor barriers, and roofing materials.
  • Assist with installing and repairing roofing systems using metal, shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and single-ply systems.
  • Apply adhesives, sealants, caulking, and roofing cement as needed.
  • Safely operate hand tools, power tools, vehicles, and other job-related equipment.
  • Follow company safety procedures and identify potential hazards.
  • Work collaboratively with crew members to complete projects on schedule.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety commitment
Attention to detail
Teamwork & communication
Fast-paced environment
Prioritize tasks
Construction tools knowledge
Tape measure use
Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Baker Roofing Company - Roofing Laborer (York, PA)

For more than 110 years, Baker Roofing Company has been a trusted leader in commercial roofing, residential construction, metal fabrication, and restoration. With over 29 locations across the Southeast,we'recommitted to quality craftsmanship, employee development, and a family-focused culture built on safety and teamwork.

Gain hands-on experience, develop valuable industry skills, and build a career with opportunities to grow from Roofing Laborer to Roofer, Foreman, and beyond.

Why Join Baker Roofing?
  • Weekly Pay
  • Annual Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K Matching Program (100% match up to 3% and 50% match at 4% and 5%)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), subject to applicable waiting and vesting periods
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Comprehensive SafetyTrainingfrom Day One
  • Paid On-the-Job Training & Career Development
Position Summary

As a Roofing Laborer, you willassistRoofers and Foremen to prepare job sites and install roofing systems includingmetal, shingles, single-ply (TPO, PVC, and EPDM), slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and related materials.

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/GED preferred, but notrequired
  • Experience: General construction experience preferred
  • Driver’s License:Preferred, but notrequired
Skills & Qualifications
Successful candidates demonstrate:
  • A strong commitment to safety.
  • Attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and follow directions.
  • Basic knowledge of construction tools and materials.
  • Ability to use a tape measure and perform basic measurements.
  • Problem-solving skills with a willingness to ask questions and communicate concerns.
What You'll Do
  • Prepare job sites andmaintaina clean, safe work environment.
  • Remove debris from roofs and surrounding work areas.
  • Assistwith installing insulation, vapor barriers, and roofing materials.
  • Assistwith installing and repairingroofing systems using materials such as metal, shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and single-ply systems.
  • Apply adhesives, sealants, caulking, and roofing cement as needed.
  • Safelyoperatehand tools, power tools, vehicles, and other job-related equipment.
  • Follow company safety procedures andidentifypotential hazards.
  • Work collaboratively with crew members to complete projects on schedule.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
  • Requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds.
  • Requires the ability to stand, walk, and balance forlong periodsof time.
  • 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, twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, or crawling.
  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Work Environment

This position requires working in a variety of environmental conditions, including:

  • Exposure to extremely bright or inadequate lighting.
  • Working in temperatures above 90°F or below 32°F.
  • Exposure to loud, distracting, or uncomfortable noise levels.
  • Exposure to contaminants, hazardous materials, and potentially hazardous equipment.
  • Working at heights and in other potentially dangerous conditions.
  • Exposure to minor injuries such as burns, cuts, bites, or stings.
  • Performing work where errors may have significant consequences. Strict adherence to all safety policies, procedures, and regulations isrequired.
Disclaimer:

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs require.

Baker Roofing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you requirereasonableaccommodation to complete the application process orparticipatein the hiring process, please contact the Recruiting Department at 919-828-2975 or recruiting@bakerroofing.com.

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