Skilled Trade Worker

thedurableslatecompany; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training in roofing and restoring

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) after 90 days

Paid travel time, hotel, per diem

Overtime opportunities

Quarterly performance bonuses

Promotions based on performance

Job summary

The Durable Slate Company offers year-round skilled trade work with paid training in roofing, slate, tile, and copper systems for historic and high-end buildings. No roofing experience is required, and you’ll learn hands-on skills while supporting crews on site.

Expect progression based on skill, with competitive hourly wages ($20–$25+/hr), overtime opportunities, and benefits after 90 days, including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k). This is a long-term career path in historic restoration.

Qualifications

• No roofing experience required—training provided.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Experience in construction, landscaping, warehouse, or general labor is a plus.
• Willingness to learn a skilled trade.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and repair of slate, tile, and metal roofing systems.
• Work on historic buildings, churches, and specialty structures.
• Learn hands-on trade skills in roofing and restoration.
• Support skilled crews with materials, setup, and site work.
• Grow into advanced craftsmanship roles over time.

Skills

Work ethic

Reliability

At heights

Lifting 50 lbs

Willingness to learn

General labor experience

Job description

Skilled Trade Worker – Learn Roofing & Historic Restoration (Paid Training)

Looking for steady, year-round work in a skilled trade—not just seasonal construction jobs?

The Durable Slate Company is hiring reliable, hardworking individuals to join our restoration teams. We provide full training in roofing, slate, tile, and copper systems used on historic and high-end buildings.

No roofing experience required—we will train the right candidates.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with installation and repair of slate, tile, and metal roofing systems
• Work on historic buildings, churches, and specialty structures
• Learn hands‑on trade skills in roofing and restoration
• Support skilled crews with materials, setup, and site work
• Grow into advanced craftsmanship roles over time

What We’re Looking For

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Comfortable working at heights and outdoors
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Willingness to learn a skilled trade
• Construction, landscaping, warehouse, or general labor experience is a plus

What We Offer

• Paid training in roofing and restoration trades including safety training
• $20–$25+/hr. progression based on skill and experience
• Year-round work
• Health, Dental, Vision + 401(k) after 90 days
• Paid travel time, hotel, and per diem when traveling
• Overtime opportunities available year-roundQuarterly performance bonuses
• Promotions based on performance—not tenure

About the Work

This is a long‑term trade career path in historic restoration. You’ll learn specialized skills in roofing and masonry restoration that go beyond standard construction work.

If you’re dependent, motivated, and want to build a real career in the trades, we want to hear from you.

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.