Commercial Roofer (5 Month Project)
About the role
JR & Co. is hiring local commercial roofers for a major re-roof project in Piketon, Ohio, running from late September 2026 through February/March 2027. No travel required — this is steady, full-time work close to home, straight through the winter, when most roofing crews get sent home.
At JR & Co., Inc. we specialize across a full range of building envelope services, including commercial roofing, architectural cladding (sheet metal), glass and glazing, solar panel installation, rooftop maintenance, and disaster relief. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based out of Kansas City. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, we've earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A+ rating from the BBB.
Compensation
- Hourly pay: $20.00–$28.00/hour (Crew) | $32.00–$45.00/hour (Journeyman/Foreman level)
- Project bonus: $2,500–$5,000
- Total project earnings: $32,000–$73,000 over 5 months, including wages and completion bonus
Monthly breakdown:
- Wages: $6,000–$13,600 per month depending on experience (60-hour weeks with overtime)
- Project completion bonus: $2,500 for crew members, $5,000 for experienced journeyman/foreman-level roofers (paid out at $500 or $1,000/month)
Schedule
- 6 days per week, 10 hours per day (20 hours of overtime weekly)
- Late September 2026 through February/March 2027
- Local position in Piketon, Ohio — no travel, no overnight stays. Home every night.
Responsibilities
- Install commercial roofing systems safely and to JR & Co. quality standards
- Load, stage, and handle roofing materials and equipment
- Follow all OSHA and company safety protocols, including fall protection at heights
- Work as part of a tight-knit crew — show up on time, work hard, and look out for your teammates
- Experienced journeyman/foreman: lead by example, train and mentor younger crew members, and take accountability for your crew's quality and safety
Qualifications
- Experienced journeymen and foreman-level roofers: 3–5+ years commercial roofing experience
- Crew members: Construction experience preferred, not required
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and a genuine desire to work and earn
- Able to commit to the full project duration
- Pass a background check and drug screen; meet project site access requirements
- Reliable transportation to the Piketon, OH job site; valid driver's license preferred
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly throughout the day
- Comfortable working at heights and in varying weather conditions
- Able to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and walk on rooftops for 10-hour shifts
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Weekly pay
- Opportunity for continued employment with JR & Co. for crew members who perform on this project