Job Duties:
Duties may include: Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials, clean work areas and maintain equipment, remove old roof materials, unload materials and tools from work trucks, set ladders, scaffolds and hoists in place, provide assistance to other roofers installing and repairing roofs, glaze to layers to make a smooth finish or apply gravel or pebbles over top layers of roof using rakes, or embed gravel in the bitumen for rough surfaces, install, repair, or replace single-ply roofing systems, apply alternate layers of hot asphalt or tar and roofing papers to roofs, install vapor barriers or insulation on flat roofs, apply reflective roof coatings & other related Roofer Helper activities as per SOC/OES 47-3016 (onetonline.org). Standard/Expected Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-4:00PM. Offering 40+ (plus) hours per week; not including applicable lunch and/or breaks. Possible weekend/holiday work. Start/end times, offered hours and/or overtime could vary as they may be dependent upon other factors such as project/schedule/service needs, weather, and commute time between worksites (if applicable). Overtime possible, but not required or guaranteed. At Employer’s sole discretion: possible raises and/or bonuses based on individual factors such as work performance or skill (not guaranteed). Potential bonuses for successful safety audits, volunteering for non-mandatory shifts (in addition to overtime/double time, if applicable) and overall performance may apply at employer's discretion. Shift premiums of an additional $2/hour may apply for certain types of demolition work. Double time may be offered (Sunday shift and holidays) but not required. Overtime not available for Sunday shift or holidays. Double time will be offered only for Sunday shift and holidays. Double time wage of $43.02/hr up to possible $57.00/hr. For work performed under contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act or the Michigan Prevailing Wage Act, employees will be paid wages and fringe benefits in accordance with the applicable wage determination for that specific contract only. These rates may be higher than the base wage range listed above. Wages paid will never fall below the prevailing wage rate.
Special Requirements:
Must be 18 due to insurance.Must show proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Drug/alcohol/tobacco free work zone. Perform physical activities such as: lift, balance, walk, stoop, handle, position, move, manipulate materials use static strength to exert max muscle force to lift, push, pull, carry objects up to 60lbs (possible 2-person). All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform work described and must be available for the entire period specified and work throughout all areas of intended employment.Based on Employer's discretion/cost: Worker may have random drug/alcohol testing during employment: positive test/refusal to abide = dismissal. Possible background check post hire at employer's expense.Work is performed outdoors, exposed to weather; must be capable of doing physically strenuous labor for long hours, occasionally in extreme heat or cold. Variable weather conditions apply; hours may fluctuate (+/-), possible downtime and/or overtime.