Roofing Assistant

Roofing Assistant

Company:

North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina

Category:

Maintenance and Trades

Type:

Full-Time Join the Pack! A community with nearly 8,000 faculty and staff, and 30,000 students. NC State is one of the largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities.

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Department:

445030 -

Building Maintenance & Operations Location:

Raleigh, NC Essential Job Duties:

• Are you looking to build a career in facilities maintenance, construction, or roofing? Join our team as a Roofing Assistant and play an important role in helping maintain, protect, and extend the life of campus buildings and infrastructure. In this hands-on position, you'll work alongside experienced roofing professionals to support roof maintenance, repairs, waterproofing projects, and related building maintenance activities that keep our facilities safe and operational. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, learning skilled trades, and developing valuable experience in roofing systems, waterproofing, facility maintenance, and construction support. You'll gain practical knowledge, work on a variety of projects across campus, and contribute to a team dedicated to providing high-quality service and craftsmanship. If you're ready to gain valuable hands-on experience, work alongside skilled professionals, and help maintain the facilities that support our campus community, we encourage you to apply today. Start building your future with a team that values safety, craftsmanship, professional growth, and service excellence. Key responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: Perform preventive maintenance on campus roofing systems, including clearing debris from roof surfaces, drains, gutters, and scuppers to ensure proper drainage and system performance.
• Inspect roofs and identify deficiencies, damage, or maintenance concerns, documenting and communicating findings to supervisors.
• Assist roofing technicians with roof repairs, waterproofing projects, material handling, equipment setup, and job site preparation.
• Support the installation, patching, and repair of various roofing systems using industry-approved methods and materials.
• Assist with waterproofing applications for buildings and below-grade structures to help prevent water intrusion and protect campus assets.
• Set up scaffolding, ladders, safety equipment, tools, and materials while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
• Support related maintenance activities, including asphalt patching, caulking expansion joints, and installation of campus furnishings such as signs, benches, tables, and fencing.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, efficient, and productive work site.

Safely climb and work from different types of ladders to access elevated or below-grade areas (such as roofs, above-ceiling spaces, and utility pits). Be exposed to and work in areas where insects or small animals are occasionally present. All essential tasks must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Perform lifting duties up to 30 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations

Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public, and follows verbal and written instructions related to work assignments and operational needs.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

This position is considered Essential to the operations of the University and may be required to report to work under adverse weather conditions

Position may assist in the removal of snow under the direction of the supervisor

Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities

Minimum Experience/Education:

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Optional Guidelines:

Experience in the Trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Required Qualifications:

Ability to perform apprentice level work assisting roofers with commercial buildings

Ability to climb ladders, work on top of university buildings, and lift up to 90 pounds occasionally

Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a commercial environment, providing support to roofers Required license or certification: Must have valid driver's license

Must be able to obtain a valid NCDL within 60 days of hire & must be maintained

Position Number:

00063090

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.