Roofing Laborer
Employer
2580 MAIN AVENUE
FARGO, ND 58103
United States
Job description
Help roofers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include: Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight; Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials; Locate worn or torn areas in roofs; Clean work areas and equipment; Maintain tools and equipment; Cover roofs with layers of roofing felt or asphalt strips before installing tile, slate, or composition materials; Remove old roofing materials; Unload materials and tools from work trucks, and unroll roofing as directed; Set ladders, scaffolds, and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs; Place tiles, nail them to roof boards, and cover nailheads with roofing cement; Assist skilled roofers installing/repairing roofs, roofing membrane, insulation, flashings, and surfaces; Attach roofing paper and composition shingles, using nails; Perform emergency leak repairs and general maintenance for a variety of roof types; Attach sheets of metal to roof boards or building frameworks when installing metal roofs; Hoist tar and roofing materials to roofs, using ropes and pulleys, or carry materials up ladders; Apply shingles, gravel, or asphalt over the top layer of tar to protect the roofing material; Chop tar into small pieces, and heat chopped tar in kettles; Clear drains and downspouts and clean gutters. Worker will be exposed to weather, outdoors, noise, hot/cold temperatures and will need to wear common protective/safety equipment. The job will require the worker to have attention to detail, thorough in completing work tasks, integrity, and be cooperative, and responsible.
Special Requirements
The job will require the worker to perform physical activities such as lifting, balancing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift 60 pounds and have a driver's license.