roofer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work site environment

• At heights
• Dusty
• Dangerous
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Industrial

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install built-up roofing systems using materials such as asphalt saturated felts and hot asphalt and gravel
• Install single-ply roofing system using waterproof sheet materials, such as modified plastics, elastomeric or other asphaltic compositions
• Repair or replace shingles and shakes on sloped roofs of buildings
• Apply waterproof coatings to concrete or other masonry surfaces below or above ground level
• Install and repair metal roofs using hand and power tools
• Install sheet metal flashings
• Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Single ply sheet membrane roofing system

Installation specialization

• Flexible PVC sheet goods

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance