Job Duties:

Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures. Inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures; Remove snow, water, or debris from roofs; Set up scaffolding to provide safe access to roofs; Cement or nail flashing strips of metal or shingle over joints to make them watertight; Install partially overlapping layers of material over roof insulation surfaces; Cut felt, shingles, or strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, or intersecting roof surfaces; Apply plastic coatings, membranes, fiberglass, or felt over sloped roofs before applying shingles; Install, repair, or replace single-ply roofing systems, using waterproof sheet materials; Attach roofing paper to roofs in overlapping strips to form bases for other materials; Cover roofs/exterior walls of structures with slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, gravel, gypsum, or related materials; Waterproof or damp-proof walls, floors, roofs, foundations, or basements; Apply reflective roof coatings; Apply alternate layers of hot asphalt or tar and roofing paper to roofs; Install vapor barriers or layers of insulation on flat roofs; Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage or rust; Smooth rough spots to prepare surfaces for waterproofing; Glaze top layers to make a smooth finish or embed gravel in the bitumen for rough surfaces; Mop or pour hot asphalt or tar onto roof bases; Install attic ventilation systems; Install skylights on roofs; Apply gravel or pebbles over top layers of roofs; Install solar roofing systems that have energy-collecting photovoltaic panels built into roofing membranes, shingles, or tiles; Spray roofs, sidings, or walls to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof; and Punch holes in slate, tile, terra cotta, or wooden shingles, using punches and hammers. The job will require the worker to be exposed to weather, outdoors/noise, hot/cold temperatures and wear common protective/safety equipment. The job will require the worker to have attention to detail, and be thorough in completing work tasks, cooperative, and responsible.

Special Requirements:

The worker will perform physical activities such as lifting, balancing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift 60 pounds.

H-400-25345-476441 SWIFT ROOFING INC.

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