What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roofer I-III position at Oklahoma State University?
We are seeking a skilled and experienced roofer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a background in repairing windows, roofs and outdoor guttering.
In addition to joining a dedicated team, we offer many incentives, some of which include promotional opportunities, career development plans, employee and dependent tuition waivers, and a generous benefits package that offers optional medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid sick and annual leave, retirement benefits, 13 paid holidays per year, and paid parental leave. Other benefits include free gym memberships, confidential employee assistance programs, and more!
Responsibilities include preventative maintenance to prevent and reduce leaks in University roofs. Inspect and repair roof flashing, gutters, and downspouts, and provide management with a written report of repairs needed for each building roof. Make repairs as needed to foam, single-ply, metal roofs, clay tile, built-up, coal tar, and asphalt roofs. Seal and waterproof windows and building exteriors.
Inspect and clean roof surfaces while looking for defects, water-entry points, and damage. Tear off and replace built-up roofing and insulation on wood, metal, and concrete decks using the appropriate materials may be required.
Comfort using ladders, lifts, scaffolding, working at heights, sometimes on a pitched surface.
Willingness to work outside in all weather, use of power tools, hand tools, and building materials.
Must use appropriate personal protective equipment as required (gloves, safety glasses, etc.). These items are provided and not for personal use.
This position regularly stands, bends, stoops, lifts above the shoulders, is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds frequently and in excess of 100 pounds occasionally.
The employee in this position may be required to work overtime after 4 pm, shift work, and be on a rotating standby for emergencies during non-business hours, including when the university is closed and/or other events after 5 pm on weekdays, weekends, and holidays when management deems necessary. The ability to perform snow and ice removal tasks and respond at any time of the day or night when scheduled by management, regardless of weather, will be required; therefore, deeming you as essential personnel.
Promotional opportunities may be available through an established career development plan.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume and three work references for applicant consideration.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Roofer I: One year of prior work experience.
Roofer II: Two years of prior work experience in the roofing or building trades.
Roofer III: Four years of work experience that includes commercial-type roofing, including EPDM, PVC, TPO, Modified, and clay tile roofing.
Post-secondary education may be substituted for experience; preference given to post-secondary education in the building/roofing trades.
Have before hire and maintain after hire, a valid driver’s license. A valid driver’s license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.
Ability to lift, climb and maneuver 40-foot ladders.
Ability to become proficient in the use of “AiM” computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and the use of mobile technology.
Must work safely and promote a safe environment.
Roof repair experience with built-up roof procedures, to include coal tar pitch and asphalt
Experience with torch down materials and modified bitumen
Experience with roof replacement using composition shingles, EPDM rubber, and single ply and other roll goods roof systems
Ability to follow instructions precisely and completely, have good communication skills, ability to work with very little supervision
Positive team standing
Must have good communications skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Vocational/Technical degree
Four (4) years of prior successful work experience in roofing or building trade.
OR
Two (2) years post-secondary education in the building trades with two (2) years of prior successful experience in roofing or building trade.
Roof repair experience with built-up roof procedures, to include coal tar pitch and asphalt.
Experience with roof replacement using composition shingles, EPDM rubber, and single ply and other roll goods roof systems.
Experience replacing and maintaining flashing, gutters, down spouts.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
In addition to joining a dedicated team, we offer many incentives, some of which include promotional opportunities, career development plans, employee and dependent tuition waivers, and a generous benefits package that offers optional medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid sick and annual leave, retirement benefits, 13 paid holidays per year, and paid parental leave. Other benefits include free gym memberships, confidential employee assistance programs, and more!
Responsibilities include preventative maintenance to prevent and reduce leaks in University roofs. Inspect and repair roof flashing, gutters, and downspouts, and provide management with a written report of repairs needed for each building roof. Make repairs as needed to foam, single-ply, metal roofs, clay tile, built-up, coal tar, and asphalt roofs. Seal and waterproof windows and building exteriors.
Inspect and clean roof surfaces while looking for defects, water-entry points, and damage. Tear off and replace built-up roofing and insulation on wood, metal, and concrete decks using the appropriate materials may be required.
Comfort using ladders, lifts, scaffolding, working at heights, sometimes on a pitched surface.
Willingness to work outside in all weather, use of power tools, hand tools, and building materials.
Must use appropriate personal protective equipment as required (gloves, safety glasses, etc.). These items are provided and not for personal use.
This position regularly stands, bends, stoops, lifts above the shoulders, is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds frequently and in excess of 100 pounds occasionally.
The employee in this position may be required to work overtime after 4 pm, shift work, and be on a rotating standby for emergencies during non-business hours, including when the university is closed and/or other events after 5 pm on weekdays, weekends, and holidays when management deems necessary. The ability to perform snow and ice removal tasks and respond at any time of the day or night when scheduled by management, regardless of weather, will be required; therefore, deeming you as essential personnel.
Promotional opportunities may be available through an established career development plan.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume and three work references for applicant consideration.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Roofer I: One year of prior work experience.
Roofer II: Two years of prior work experience in the roofing or building trades.
Roofer III: Four years of work experience that includes commercial-type roofing, including EPDM, PVC, TPO, Modified, and clay tile roofing.
Post-secondary education may be substituted for experience; preference given to post-secondary education in the building/roofing trades.
Have before hire and maintain after hire, a valid driver’s license. A valid driver’s license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.
Ability to lift, climb and maneuver 40-foot ladders.
Ability to become proficient in the use of “AiM” computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and the use of mobile technology.
Must work safely and promote a safe environment.
Roof repair experience with built-up roof procedures, to include coal tar pitch and asphalt
Experience with torch down materials and modified bitumen
Experience with roof replacement using composition shingles, EPDM rubber, and single ply and other roll goods roof systems
Ability to follow instructions precisely and completely, have good communication skills, ability to work with very little supervision
Positive team standing
Must have good communications skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Vocational/Technical degree
Four (4) years of prior successful work experience in roofing or building trade.
OR
Two (2) years post-secondary education in the building trades with two (2) years of prior successful experience in roofing or building trade.
Roof repair experience with built-up roof procedures, to include coal tar pitch and asphalt.
Experience with roof replacement using composition shingles, EPDM rubber, and single ply and other roll goods roof systems.
Experience replacing and maintaining flashing, gutters, down spouts.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
