Roofer jobs in Rochester, MN

Roofer covers roofs with roofing materials, such as composition shingles or sheets, wood shingles, or asphalt and gravel, to waterproof roof. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Roofer is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Roofer performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Commercial Roofer
  • Merit Contracting
  • Rochester, MN FULL_TIME
  • Start your new career in the construction trade! Experience is welcome, but Merit's partnership with North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters (NCSRCC) offers an apprenticeship program with paid trainings! We are currently looking for commercial roofing laborers to join our team. We mainly work in Rochester but do travel to surrounding areas and Iowa.

    Summary of Functions:
    Under supervision, the Laborer performs a variety of duties relating to the removal and application of roofing materials.  Removes existing roofs and covers structural decks with roofing materials other than sheet metal, including composition built up roofs containing asphalt or pitch, roofing felts and gravel; modified bitumen systems; single ply roofing membranes; and materials including ACRM asbestos-containing roof material, as trained.  Lays and adheres insulation, by mechanically fastening with nails or screws and plates.  Applies underlayment, felt, synthetics, ice and water shield.  When applying EPDM, PVC or other single ply membranes, rolls out the roofing membrane and seals the seams as specified by the manufacturer of the membrane.  Cuts roofing materials to size.  Cuts strips of flashing and fits into angles formed by walls, vents and intersecting roof surfaces.  The Laborer also performs other job-related duties as may be assigned.
     
    Major Duties and Responsibilities: The Laborer must be able to perform work duties as assigned and have a practical understanding of the following responsibilities and tasks:
     
    • Safety: Must be able to perform all work in an efficient and safe manner. Responsible for having a clear understanding of Merit trained safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to; Personal Protection Equipment, Fall Protection and Hazard Communication/ Employee Right to Know
    • Roof Technology: Ability to perform job-specific assignments including, but not limited to; Roof removal (tear-offs) and installation of EPDM RPF. Ability to assist in laying of insulation, felt, ice and water installation, roof cover installation, EPDM seam installation and perimeter flashing installation. 
    • Material Management: Must possess a working knowledge of names and uses of roofing material, proper roof-top transportation of material and proper roof-top storage of materials.
    • Equipment Operation: Ability to demonstrate safe operation of equipment including, but not limited to; Skill saws, power drills, hammer drills, wheel barrows and staplers. 
    • Hand Tool Requirement: The Laborer must own and possess the following tools in order to perform basic requirements of the position.  Hammer, flat bar, caulk gun, scissors, trowel, tape measure, utility knife and tool belt.
     
    Organizational Relationships:
    This position will directly report to the Roofing Foreman or Lead. There will be frequent interaction with Project Managers as well as regular interaction with other Roofing, Sheet Metal, Walls, Service and Yard personnel.

    Experience and/or Educational Requirements:
    • High School Diploma or equivalent required
    • Experience in a construction-related industry and/or job, preferred
    • The ability to cut, hammer, fasten and otherwise work with roofing materials
    • The ability to perform basic math functions 
    • The ability to communicate effectively and follow written or verbal instructions and safety rules
     
    Physical Requirements: 
    • The ability to climb and descend a 40-foot extension type ladder, unassisted
    • The ability to work at heights in excess of 10 feet
    • The ability to repeatedly lift, carry, and shovel roofing materials daily
      • 30 pounds frequently
      • 50 pounds somewhat frequently
      • 60 pounds intermittently
      • 75 pounds intermittently 
    • The ability to work in a variety of physical positions including, but not limited to; Stooping, squatting, kneeling and/or crawling
      • Independently able to get in and out of kneeling position
      • Repeated lift and pull motion from half or full kneel position 
    Extensive, daily use of arms and shoulders including sustained overhead reaching with 5 pounds. The ability to regularly grip and safely use small and large power tools. Handcart and wheelbarrow use. The ability to work in a variety of outdoor weather conditions throughout the year.

    AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS AND REVIEW, YOU MAY BE ASKED TO DESCRIBE OR DEMONSTRATE HOW YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION.  IF YOU WISH, WE WILL DISCUSS WITH YOU WHAT SORT OF ACCOMMODATION MAY BE APPROPRIATE TO ASSIST YOU IN PERFORMING THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION.
     
    IF YOU ARE SPONSORED INTO THE UNION BY MERIT CONTRACTING YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A PRE-PLACEMENT SCREENING EXAMINATION WHERE YOU WILL DEMONSTRATE THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB. 
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Commercial Roofer (FT)
  • Merit Contracting
  • Rochester, MN FULL_TIME
  • Start your new career in the construction trade! Experience is welcome, but Merit's partnership with North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters (NCSRCC) offers an apprenticeship program with ...
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Journeyman Roofer skill Level 26 to 36 an hour
  • Horizon Roofing, Inc.
  • Hope, MN FULL_TIME
  • Thanks for applying with Horizon Roofing. We know you have many companies that you could work with, but you need to make sure you do your research because you don’t want to work for a company that suc...
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About Rochester, Minnesota

Rochester is a city founded in 1854 in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County located on the Zumbro River's south fork in Southeast Minnesota. It is Minnesota's third-largest city and the largest city located outside the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of 2015, the Rochester metropolitan area has a population of 215,884. According to the 2010 United States Census the city has a population of 106,769. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated that the 2017 population was 115,733. It is the home of the Mayo Clinic and an IBM facility, formerly one of t...
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Income Estimation for Roofer jobs
$35,674 to $44,262
Rochester, Minnesota area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
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What does a Roofer do?

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Generally, employers are looking for Roofers who have a High School Diploma.
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