What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roofer 'B' position at School District of Philadelphia and Careers?
Job Summary
Entry level journeyman roofing work in the maintenance and construction of various types of roofs. An employee in this class is responsible for repairing and replacing a variety of roof coverings. Work involves installing and replacing rainspouts, gutters, lightening rods, and lightening rod cables.
Essential Functions
- Repairs and replaces roof coverings such as slate, pile or rubberoid roofs; performs simple carpentry work as needed in connection with roofing activities; installs and repairs rain spouts and gutters; repairs leaks on roofs and replaces sections of damaged roofs and waterproofs foundations, roofs and basements.
- Repairs and maintains roof ventilators; installs and repairs lightening rods and lightening rod cables; carries materials to and from the job; utilizes ladders or scaffolds on job as needed; lifts heavy materials and equipment to the roof when necessary.
- Runs the kettle; cuts and rolls the material and mops the roofing paper to the roof; repairs and installs copper drain pans; solders various types of metals including lead; performs various types of sheet metal work; estimates and orders material required for various jobs.
Other Functions
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures governing the roofing trade.
- Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Knowledge of current materials and tools used in the roofing trade such as rubber roofs and durbagum.
- Skill in the care and use of the tools of the roofing trade.
- Ability to accurately follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to prepare records and reports of work performed.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Minimum Requirements
- Education equivalent to the completion f the twelfth school grade.
- Three years of experience learning the roofing trade as an apprentice.