Houck Services, Inc., one of the area's leading Commercial and Industrial Specialty Contractors, is looking for a foreman to join the Roof Maintenance Department. At least 5 years’ experience working with EPDM and Built-Up roofing systems as well as singles is required. Experience with metal roofing is preferred, but not required.
We offer competitive wages, earned paid vacation, 401K, Health/Dental/Vision insurance, and EAP benefits. A valid drivers' license is required. Pre-employment drug testing and physical are also required. Possibility of Prevailing Wage pay.
Apply at www.houcks.com or at our office.
7464 Linglestown Road
Harrisburg, PA 17112
M-F: 7:30am-4:30pm
EEO Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
Job Description
Summary/Objective
Cover roofs of structures with slate, asphalt, aluminum, rubber, copper materials, etc. Apply coatings to roof surfaces. Remove old roof materials and apply new materials. Repair leaks.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must report for work on “rain days” if called between 7 AM – 3:30 PM.
- Fasten composition shingles or sheets to roof with asphalt, cement, or other means
- Applies alternate layers of hot asphalt and roofing paper until roof thickness is reached
- Aligns roof material with edge of roof.
- Flashes around walls, vents, and other surfaces
- Mops or pours hot asphalt onto roof base
- Applies gravel or pebbles over top layer using rake or other means
- Installs insulation
- Cleans construction site to eliminate possible hazards
- Removes snow and water from roofs
- Tends pumps, compressors, generators, kettles
- Loads and unloads truck
- Washes and treats surfaces using chemicals as specified.
- Covers existing surfaces with drop cloths, paper or masking tape for protection of surfaces
- Erects scaffolding, sets up ladders, or works out of Arial equipment to work above ground
- Receives instructions from superintendent.
- Oversees the production and safety requirements of the job and crew members.
- Completes and submits all required paperwork, time worked and materials needed for each job.
- Driving the company vehicle. Foreman is responsible for proper use and maintenance of company vehicle.
- Abides by and enforces all OSHA and Houck safety guidelines.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.