Roofer

  • HR Affiliates
  • Louisville, Kentucky
  • Full Time
A roof mechanic is responsible for working as part of a team to complete roofing work.

Specific Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Job:

Labor with crew to complete all aspects of jobs assigned by the company, including tear-off, repairs, installation and other jobs as assigned

Be prepared to do all aspects of jobs assigned by the foreman or lead man as necessary for job completion.

Be on time for all shifts and ready to go at the assigned time with all personal tools and PPE.

Work safely

Assist in setup and tear down of safety equipment as instructed.

Abide by all job-site safety requirements, including PPE, fall protection and others.

Report all situations improperly protected.

Refuse to put yourself or others in a situation deemed unsafe by OSHA or company policy.

Participate in training

Participate in weekly safety meetings.

Attend all companywide training events.

Participate in manufacturer system-specific training.

Participate in all other training as assigned.

Deliver excellent quality and customer satisfaction

Perform work according to company standards.

Collaborate with the assigned crew and work for the benefit of all.

Mentor less-experienced crew members

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Work Skills - Roof mechanics must exhibit technical skills necessary to perform roofing tasks.

Roof system installation - the ability to install the following roof systems correctly:

Modified bitumen

PVC

TPO

EPDM

Attention to detail - the ability to pay attention to quality and safety with a goal of installing correctly and working safely and a willingness to make improvements

Language Skills- ability to read, analyze, and interpret work-related documents

Written instruction

Work related documents

OSHA regulations

Mathematical Skills - ability to use mathematical skills relevant to level of service

Basic algebra

Safety and Security - ability to observe safety and security procedures and use equipment and materials properly and effectively

Observes safety and security procedures

Reports and/or corrects potentially unsafe conditions

Uses equipment and materials properly and effectively

Productivity - demonstrates the ability to meet and exceed standards and works quickly and accurately

Cost Consciousness - ability to contribute to profits and revenues and conserve company resources

Relational Interaction- Roof mechanics must be able to work effectively with people.

Leadership, Management and Teamwork - A roof mechanic must be able to work well with others and within a company system.

Leadership - able to exert informal leadership with individuals at all levels of a company as well as customers, vendors, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors

Management - ability to juggle schedules, details and outcomes

Teamwork - ability to work with others in order to accomplish goals; balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback

Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views

Shares expertise with others

Works well in group problem solving situations

Education and Experience

Essential

Two years of roofing production experience

Ability to work 8- to 12-hour shifts, weekdays and weekends

Preferred

3-5 years of experience

Bilingual (including English)

Driver's license

CDL

OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour card

CERTA

First Aid/CPR

Forklift

Sheet metal experience

Manufacture systems training

Special equipment training

Necessary Tools

Tool belt with nail pouch

Shingle hatchet

Chalk line

Utility know with straight and hook blades

16-foot (or longer) tape measure

Tin snips

Appropriate footwear

Pry bar

Other

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.
Job ID: 476693410
Originally Posted on: 5/12/2025

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