Description

Summary Position responsible for installing, repairing, and restoring different roof systems using materials such as: tar, asphalt, gravel, rubber, thermoplastics, metal, and shingles.
This position reports directly to a Foreman, or in their absence, to a Superintendent.
This position is an hourly, non-exempt, variable hour position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct the daily onsite safety brief prior to the start of the job/project with the Account Manager, and Superintendent. Inspect and ensure all surroundings, equipment and tools and identify and discuss any safety concerns. Complete the Daily Safety Sheet form and submit to the Supervisors as applicable.
Maintain employee and site safety in OSHA compliance
Proper installation or repair of all roofing systems exactly as specified
Direct the crew; instruct employees, assign and allocate work
Document project progress and activities
Responsible for crew production and quality of workmanship
Maintain good customer relations
Requisition additional materials
Responsible for company issued equipment
Evaluate roof mechanics and helpers / laborers
Ensure all project communication is completed prior to the start of any project. This includes but is not limited to communication with:
o Superintendent for a daily / weekly schedule
o Crew members to discuss scope of work and daily tasks
o Superintendent on schedule changes, project and crew update, etc.
Efficient project management will include managing crew start and end times, production rates, ensuring tools and materials are available to safely and efficiently complete the assigned project. Complete the project per the scope or work or specification.
The Journeyman will complete an end of day and/or end of project walk through to ensure quality repairs and address any items prior to leaving the job site. Before and after pictures will be sent to the Account Manager / Superintendent and information will be sent daily on project status. These items will include detailed work performed updates, materials consumed, and supplies purchases are all recorded daily.
Ensure that all crew have a professional appearance
Ensure any customer interaction (by a crew member or the Journeyman) is always relayed to the Superintendent immediately
The Journeyman is responsible for the ordering, tracking and monitoring inventory
Manage, monitor and document performance of Journeymen and Laborers and take appropriate steps or corrective measures to resolve employee and work related issues. Consult with the Superintendent and Human Resources as needed.
Perform any other duty and/or project as required or assigned by the Superintendent and/or Regional Branch Manager, or COO.

Qualifications

Experience/Qualifications/Education Preferences

• High school diploma/GED
• Minimum 5 years experience with commercial high and low slope roofing experience
• Must be thoroughly familiar with SP (EPDM, TPO, PVC), BUR, foam, shingle, tile and metal roofing systems
• Completion of an apprenticeship program
• Experience managing crews
• Valid driver's license and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Skills & Attributes

• Highly motivated self-starter eager to accept challenges and driven to achieve results
• Detail oriented and able to multitask efficiently in a stressful fast paced environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• High ethical standards, honesty, integrity and professionalism

Physical Requirements
Must be able to work in an environment where there may be regular exposure to noise, odors, fumes, temperature fluctuations and other conditions associated with the roofing industries. Lift minimum of 50 lbs., standing for long periods of time. Vision abilities include: distance, close, color, depth, and peripheral. Also, the ability to adjust focus. Regular use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Must be able to climb ladders. Must be able to work at varying heights and in all weather.
If you need any accommodation from Gorman Roofing to enable you to perform essential job functions, please inform a member of the management team now.
We would like to bring a couple of policies to your attention. Gorman Roofing prohibits the use of drugs and alcohol while in the workplace or on restaurant property. Also, sexual harassment and harassment based upon race, color, national origin, religion age, gender, sexual preference or disability is prohibited and will not be tolerated.