Job Information
Harbor Roofing & Contracting Inc. Roofer- Apprentice in Crofton, Maryland
Requirements:
- General tasks, including: loading and unloading materials/equipment for roof/ground {height="4" width="1"}level; basic safety procedures of hot and roof safety; knowledge of tear-off procedures concerning hand tools such as spud bars, forks, pyne bars and other small hand tools; {height="4" width="1"}removal of gravel, felts, insulation and clean-up of area for re-roofing; operation of power equipment used for roof removal and transportation of asphalt to work areas; {height="7" width="1"}nailing, plastic and fabric application on flashing and materials used for protection of flashing from ultraviolet rays. o Veteran Preferred.
Expectations:
- Comprehensive knowledge of all roofing materials, including: knowledge/heating of asphalts relating to skid kettle work, wheel kettles and transports; primer application for deck preparations; B.U.R. which includes the following: preparation of surface, {height="5" width="1"}applications of vapor barriers, when required, insulation application, taper systems, crickets, cants, applying/cutting all types of roofing asphalt and/or pitch membrane, {height="1" width="1"}asphalt applications, hand mopping and mechanical; proper applications and knowledge of all roof penetrations such as: curbs, stacks, drain systems (including modified mop applied); distribution of roof gravels.
- Knowledge of Elastomers and Plastimer, including: all categories concerning job preparation as well as application of insulation systems; knowledge of all E.P.D.M. or P.V.C. systems; applying the elastomers or plastime membrane; application of all detail work, flashing and penetrations; anchoring and terminations, modified system application (torch applied); detail work of modified system.
- Shingling and Waterproofing application, including: all systems involving shingling, tile, slate and other roofing membrane. Any/all waterproofing systems involved on commercial or residential buildings. All work processes, both primary and typical, as listed in Prevailing Wage Code 133, Roofer or Waterproofer.
Skills:
Building and Construction- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the application of roofing and waterproofing systems on houses, buildings, or other structures.
Mechanical- Knowledge of tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Conducts minor repairs to equipment and machinery.
Mathematics- Knowledge of arithmetic and its application.
Reading- Knowledge of basic reading skills.
Installation- Installs complete roofing and waterproofing systems with required tools to meet specifications.
Equipment Selection- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
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Communication Skills- Knowledge of reading, writing, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.Continued on next page
Gross Body Equilibrium- The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Strength- The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift (up to at least 90 pounds and have the knowledge to know when to ask for help with lifting heavier objects), push, pull, or carry objects. The ability to use the abdominal and lower back muscles to {height="5" width="1"}support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without and#39;giving outand#39; or fatiguing.
Multi-limb Coordination/FlexibiIity- The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying {height="1" width="1"}down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion. {height="2" width="1"}The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.{height="13"}