Roofer

Roofer

Building Maintenance Roofing Shop

Job Summary
To install and repair all types of roof systems and interacts with campus customers, supervision, peers and other F&S employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Repairs existing roof systems per work orders from roof inspections and/or emergency service requests.

• Installs new roof systems, which include bituminous, thermoplastic and non-conventional materials.

• Installs waterproofing materials on roofs, foundations and footings.

• Removes leaves or other obstructions, snow, ice dams, and icicles from roofs, gutters, and adjacent structures that comprise hazardous situations.

• Cleans up job site upon completion of project.

• Responsible for proper use and care of roofing equipment and tools (e.g., high-pressure liquid roof pump, air-driven roof pump, gasoline-powered motorized equipment, slate and tile hand tools, hot roofing kettles and pumping equipment).

• Drive and operate service vehicles used for roofing maintenance, installations, or repairs.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Physical Demands

• Standing : Constantly

• Walking : Constantly

• Stairs : Frequently

• Sitting : Occasionally

• Lifting/Carrying : Frequently

• Pushing/Pulling : Occasionally

• Climbing : Occasionally

• Balancing : Occasionally

• Bending/Stooping : Frequently

• Kneeling : Frequently

• Squatting/Crouching : Frequently

• Crawling : Rarely

• Reaching : Frequently

• Grip/Dexterity : Frequently

• Twisting : Frequently

• Talking : Frequently

• Hearing : Frequently

• Repetitive Motions : Frequently

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Frequently

• Visual Acuity : Frequently

• Physical Exertion : Rarely

Additional Physical Demands
Work Environment:
1. May work in confined spaces, at heights and depths and on slopes.
2. May be exposed to chemicals, heat, cold, dust, fumes, noise, and inclement weather.
3. Receives daily oral instructions from Foreperson as well as Superintendent of Building Maintenance. Work is reviewed by Foreperson after each project is completed and occasionally during progress of project.
4. Can require the ability to multitask on given assignments.
5. Certain assignments can be stressful at times.
6. The employee is expected to support the Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and management operational directions and philosophies of Facilities and Services.

Physical Demands: (Information must be included in this section so it appears on the printed JD.)
See accelerated physical demands sheet.

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold : Rarely

• Extreme heat : Rarely

• Humidity : Occasionally

• Wet : Rarely

• Noise : Rarely

• Temperature Changes : Rarely

• Heights : Occasionally

• Work Outdoors : Occasionally

• Tight Spaces : Rarely

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : Occasionally
  

Minimum Qualifications

1. experience sufficient to qualify as a roofer, with a minimum of four years of actual work experience at the trade, including apprentice or vocational training
2. valid State of Illinois driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1. Thorough knowledge of Facilities and Services Storeroom procedures for acquiring materials and tools.

• 2. Ability to read manuals available for each and every roof system used on the campus, manufacturers specifications data,

• Facilities and Services procedures and standards.

• 3. Ability to install proper scaffolding and climbing aids prior to roof work.

• 4. Ability to select and transport necessary equipment and materials to the job site.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3222 - Roofer position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 11/14/2022. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on 09/19/2022. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1012312
Job Category: Crafts & Trades
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu