Definition
Perform skilled installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of roofing.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Positions in this class perform a variety of journey-level duties in skilled roofing and related work.
Typical Work
Check roof areas, roof drains and gutters to determine serviceability and repair needs; clean debris as required; locate and repair roof and related leaks;
Prepare sub-roofing by removing old surfaces and repairing base for new material;
Install flashings for vent pipes, ducts, fans, air-conditioners and other machines or structures installed on roofs;
Inspect application of new roofs by contractors;
Install or repair all types of roofing including asphalt, composition, corrugated metal, slate, tile, etc.;
Operate a variety of power and hand tools including power hoists;
Estimate materials and time required for completion of jobs and projects;
Maintain power and hand tools as required; may lead and instruct helpers as required;
May perform work in other trades;
Perform related duties as required.
Prepare sub-roofing by removing old surfaces and repairing base for new material;
Install flashings for vent pipes, ducts, fans, air-conditioners and other machines or structures installed on roofs;
Inspect application of new roofs by contractors;
Install or repair all types of roofing including asphalt, composition, corrugated metal, slate, tile, etc.;
Operate a variety of power and hand tools including power hoists;
Estimate materials and time required for completion of jobs and projects;
Maintain power and hand tools as required; may lead and instruct helpers as required;
May perform work in other trades;
Perform related duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Desirable Qualifications
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a roofer
OR
Full journey status as a roofer in a union;
OR
Four years' applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required.
Class Specification History
New class adopted January 3, 1973.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 5440); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 5440); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.