Crewperson 4, Roofing

Crewperson 4, Roofing

Job Title: Crewperson 4 - Roofing

Position Function: A Roofing Crewperson is responsible for inspecting and maintaining the roofs of all buildings owned by USD 259. This includes locating and patching leaks, repairing roofs, and roof replacements. The roofing department is also responsible for waterproofing exterior basement walls, caulking foundations/mow strips, and retrieving things such as balls and items thrown onto the roof. Assist pest control with blocking off entries for animals. May be called upon to work in other shoes when needed. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential roofing issues and maintenance needs before they become major issues.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Performs all roofing tasks in a skilled manner
• Removes old roofing utilizing roofing shovel, nail puller, or other removal equipment
• Covers roofs with roofing materials other than sheet metal, such as composition shingles or sheets, or asphalt and gravel, to waterproof roofs
• Cuts roofing paper to size, using knife, nails or staples it to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials
• Aligns roofing material with edge of roof, and overlaps successive layers, gauging distance of overlap with chalk line, gauge on shingling hatchet, or by lines on shingles
• Fastens composition shingles or sheets to roof with asphalt, cement or nails
• Cuts strips of flashing and fits them into angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces
• Applies gravel or pebbles over top layer, using rake of stuff bristled broom
• Gravel is shovel into wheelbarrows and pushed to the site of work
• Utilizes the latest roofing methods and procedures

• Maintains current knowledge of all materials and equipment applicable in the performance of advanced roofing techniques



• Performs mandatory snow removal
• Must be able to work in hot asphalt, shingles, Duro-Last and modified roofs
• Must have the physical capability to carry hot asphalt, tear off and replace roofs, spudding and sweeping gravel roofs, climbing ladders and working close to the roof edge
• Must be capable and accept the responsibility of leading the crew
• Must be able to learn how to weld laps, flashing, and measure and lay deck sheets
• Must be able to use a torch for modified flashing rolls and know how to flash walls
• Must be able to handle hot torched flashing
• Maintain an understanding and learning about utilized materials and applications
• Ability to carry out assignments and perform work of good quality with minimal supervision.
• Display good workmanship and is able to learn new roofing systems.
• Display good attendance with proper notification/planning, when absent.

Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Travel between schools and central offices is required.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Work in high places and on steep pitched roofs
• Overtime possible
• Respond rapidly for emergency situations as necessary
• Work in non-air conditioned environment with high and low temperatures
• Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and ladders, reach overhead
• Lifting 100 lbs occasionally and light lifting frequently
• Attendance and punctuality is important
• Attendance at all required meetings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Communicated effectively both verbally and written with crew members, building personnel, and others contacted through the performance of job duties
• Ability to prioritize and organize, changing assignments on short notice
• Perform under deadlines and work in a calm and efficient manner
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
• Knowledge and demonstrates worthy skills in the roofing trade.
• Have knowledge in finding and repairing roof leaks
• Must have adequate knowledge in power tools and shop safety

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile:

• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Must be qualified to repair and apply all types of roofing materials property and efficiently
• Maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License throughout entirety of employment
• One or two years roofing experience is preferred

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt