What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roofing Lead Worker position at Virginia Tech?
- 535874
- Blacksburg, Virginia
- Staff
- VP Facilities
Job Description
Reporting to the Roofing Supervisor, the Roofing Lead Worker will perform and provide direction as a working lead craftsperson for a crew of roofers in the installation and maintenance of commercial roofing systems such as Standing Seam and other types of metal roofing, EPDM, TPO and PVC on the VT campus.
Required Qualifications
Verifiable journeylevel experience in commercial roofing required. Experience installing and maintaining EPDM, PVC, metal, built-up and ballasted roof systems. Exposure to painting, carpentry and masonry at the journey level highly desirable. Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more; ability to maneuver materials up and down stairs; ability to climb and work from elevated workstations such as ladders and scaffolds; ability to work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling. Ability to communicate effectively, have good teamwork skills and be able to understand, comprehend and follow directions in the workplace. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures. May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department. This is a designated emergency personnel position.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a large commercial or educational setting. High school graduate or GED. Good working knowledge of painting, carpentry, and masonry. Experience with TPO roofing systems. Previous Supervisory experience.
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
April 13, 2026
Additional Information
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
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