Sheet Metal Roofer Lead

Western Specialty Contractors; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Job summary

A leading specialty contractor is seeking a Sheet Metal Roofer Lead for its Peoria, IL branch. The successful candidate will install and fabricate architectural sheet metal roofing systems and ensure safety compliance while working at heights. Required qualifications include the ability to operate hand and power tools and experience in sheet metal work. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $30—$35 per hour and comprehensive benefits, creating opportunities for growth and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with sheet metal roofing required.
• Must adhere to all safety policies while working at heights.
• A proactive work ethic and strong customer interaction skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Install and fabricate metal roofing systems and components.
• Operate tools safely and effectively for roofing tasks.
• Work as part of a team under a foreman's direction.

Skills

Installing architectural sheet metal roofing

Using hand and power tools

Adhering to safety protocols

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Tools

Power tools

Shears and brakes

Job description

Sheet Metal Roofer Lead – Western Specialty Contractors

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Grow With Us at Western Specialty Contractors

At Western Specialty Contractors, we've been building more than projects—we've been building people, careers, and communities for over 110 years. Founded in St. Louis and proudly family-owned, we've grown into the nation's largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing.

With 30+ branches nationwide, we're always looking for driven individuals who want to be part of something bigger. Our success comes from our people—those who bring teamwork, creativity, quality, and customer focus to everything they do.

When you join Western, you're not just taking a job—you're stepping into a career with growth opportunities, hands‑on experience, and a culture that is rooted in connection and a strong sense of community. Together, we make an impact that lasts for generations.

Description

Come work for America's Master Craftsmen in Restoration and Preservation! Western Specialty Contractors is currently looking for self- motivated, top-notch individuals to help serve our customers as a Sheet Metal Roofing Lead at our Peoria, IL branch. If you are a self- motivated individual with a great work ethic and the personality to help with customer satisfaction, then we would love to meet you!

Requirements

Installing, fabricating, and repairing architectural sheet metal roofing, wall panels, gutters and flashing using tools to cut, bend, and fasten materials like steel and aluminum, requiring physical fitness, safety adherence, teamwork, and often working at heights on commercial buildings. Key duties include reporting to the job site, following a foreman's directions, operating equipment, ensuring quality work, and maintaining strict safety protocols.

• Installation & Fabrication: Install metal roofing systems, wall cladding, flashing, and gutters, fabricating pieces as needed.
• Tool Operation: Use hand and power tools, shears, brakes, and other equipment to cut, bend, and shape metal.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to all company and OSHA safety policies, especially working at heights.
• Teamwork: Work as part of a crew, reporting to a foreman and assisting with all aspects of the job.
• Site Management: Arrive on time, perform tasks efficiently, and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Sheet Metal Experience: Must have experience working with Sheet Metal.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for:

• A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.

US Pay Range

$30—$35 USD

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Specialty Trade Contractors

EEO Statement

Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.