Commercial Flat Roofer

MacDermott Roofing has been servicing the Metro Detroit area since 1975 and has a long history of excellence. We are a stable and growing company. We are focused on improving our processes using feedback, experience, and collaboration from our team. This means your voice will be heard and you’ll be helping to shape the future of the organization. We focus on promoting within, so our Leadership team helps to shape the next wave of talent to be brought up through the organization by providing on-the job training in their day-to-day tasks. We pride ourselves on doing transparent roofing work that is strategic which keeps our customers informed and loyal.

We are looking for the next wave of talent to be brought up though the organization. This position is to be part of a 2 person roof repair crew.

Does this sound like you?

• Satisfying the needs of your customer is your top motivator for excellence.
• As an individual, you are always looking out for the best interest of the team.
• Safety is your top priority.
• When you say you’re going to do something, you do it 100% of the time.
• You’re open to change so that you are always improving yourself, your processes, and the services you provide.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with your hands. You thrive in a learning environment and are always willing to continue to learn. You enjoy troubleshooting issues. You lead with a customer experience mindset. You have stellar interpersonal skills and enjoy collaborating with co-workers. You understand when you wear our logo, you are a representative of the company image and strive to represent the company in the best light. You're the kind of person who doesn't back down from a difficult problem and uses strategy to come up with a plan. You're able to work in all seasons and are reliable. You're the kind of person who thinks showing up on time is late. You’re confident in what you’re doing, you can handle working on tasks independently and understand how your workmanship effects the team. You have long term goals that include being in a position where you lead a team. You're flexible, and willing to fill in where needed (Service or Install). You operate with a cool head and look for solutions rather than blame. You're honest and pride yourself on operating with integrity. You take ownership of mistakes and learn from them rather than try to find excuses or try to cover them up.

What is the position?

You'll be working as a member of a (2) person repair crew. The repair crew reports our office in Livonia and are dispatched to customer locations to make repairs to resolve leak issues. It is both a skill and customer service based position. The goal would be to develop your skills in making repairs, inspecting roofs for repairs, learn how to use our technology systems and eventually become a Lead Technician ( Lead Techs drive company vehicle, interface with customers, create scopes of work, documentation, lead your 2 person crew, etc.) . There will also be opportunities to cross train and fill in on installation crews periodically.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lifting and carrying over 50lbs.
• Climbing ladders
• Using hand tools
• Communicating/collaborating with co-workers
• Make repairs to commercial and industrial flat roofs (Various materials TPO, EPDM, PVC, etc.) (rarely commercial shingle)
• Consistently learning/developing your skills
• Carry out duties as instructed by supervisory staff
• Helping the team maintain our shop area
• Obtain safety training and maintain safety protocol and standards at all times

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 1 year of commercial flat roofing repair or installation experience (resume must reflect this experience)
• Must be 18+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
• Ability to use hand tools
• Punctual / Reliable
• Quick Learner
• Good communication skills
• Ability to lift and carry over 50lbs.
• Ability to use a ladder
• OSHA 10 certification within the last 5 years; if not it will be required within the first 60 days of employment (course paid for by employer).
• OSHA Fall Protection training within the last 5 years; if not it will be required within the first 60 days of employment (course paid for by employer).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Paid weekly via direct deposit
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employer matched 401(k) Retirement
• PTO and paid Holidays
• Competitive entry-level hourly wage
• Starting wage commensurate with experience
• Annual review - performance based wage
• Up to $1,000 clothing allowance for MacDermott issued clothing (hoodies, shirts, coat, etc.)
• Bonus programs for Employees