Sheet Metal Roofer

Job summary
Assist Roofers and Foremen with preparing the job site and covering roofs with materials such as metal, aluminum, wood, and related materials.May operate hand and power tools of all types.
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Clean up debris from the roof surface and surrounding property• Assist with the installation of vapor barriers and/or layers of insulation on the roof decks• Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage and rust• Assist with the installation of partially overlapping layers of material over roof insulation surfaces• Assist with covering roofs and exterior walls of structures with metal, aluminum, wood, and/or related materials, using brushes, knives, punches, hammers, and other tools• Operating vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment• Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job
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.• Education: High School/G.E.D preferred but not required• Experience: General construction experience preferred• Driver License: Not required but it is a plus• Soldering experience with copper/brass/stainless/mild steel/aluminum is a plus• Knowledge of the basic safety techniques and procedures• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize task and meet deadlines according to instructions received• Ability to organize, plan, and execute work assignments• Must be self-motivated, open-minded, and able to accept constructive criticism• Interpersonal skills necessary to work on a team• Ability to read / use tape measure and mark / record distances• General basic knowledge of construction materials and tools• Ability to identify problems and communicate them to his Foreman in order to accomplish work• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner according to instructions received
Key Skills Needed
• General construction experience• Soldering• Basic knowledge of construction materials and tools
Benefits
• 7 Paid Holidays• Medical Insurance• Dental Insurance• Vision Insurance• 401K• PTO• Weekly Pay• Paid on the job training – no previous roofing experience required