Rooftop Loader

About the role

The Rooftop Loader position plays a crucial role in the safe, timely, and efficient delivery and unloading of building materials at job sites, upholding the company’s standards for outstanding customer service and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload roofing materials from delivery trucks using manual and mechanical methods, ensuring that all items are handled with care and precision to prevent damage.
• Aid in the assembly of scaffolding and other structures, inspect equipment, report any problems or issues.
• Facilitate the safe and effective distribution of materials onto flat and sloped roofs as per company safety guidelines, prioritizing the protection of workers and property.
• Operate conveyor belt systems (where trained and certified) to transport building materials from flatbed trucks to rooftops, maintaining a continuous flow to meet project timelines.
• Accurately verify and reconcile material orders, ensuring correct quantities are loaded and delivered, and maintain thorough documentation of all inventory movements.
• Provide exceptional service to roofing contractors by attending to their material needs and responding to inquiries, ensuring a professional and helpful interaction.
• Adhere strictly to OSHA safety regulations and company protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to foster a safe working environment on all job sites.
• Support safety assessments by inspecting delivery sites for potential hazards and assisting drivers in safely maneuvering vehicles in tight or challenging spaces.
• Directly support safety assessments by inspecting delivery sites for potential hazards and assisting drivers in safely maneuvering vehicles in tight or challenging spaces.
• Directly support safety assessments by inspecting delivery sites for potential hazards and assisting drivers in safely maneuvering vehicles in tight or challenging spaces.

Requirements

• Physical stamina and strength, with the capability to lift between 80-100 lbs. properly and repeatedly.
• Basic math skills for accurate inventory counts.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication in English for efficient team collaboration and understanding job-related documents.
• Safety awareness with knowledge of OSHA guidelines, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including work boots, gloves, and harnesses.
• Ability to read work orders, shipping orders, and follow verbal instructions thoroughly.
• Ability to work on sloped roofs of various pitches and heights, necessitating the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a harness.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday with the potential for overtime based on delivery schedules and peak seasons.
• Ability to work in diverse weather conditions, exposed to high noise levels.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction materials and procedures.
• Previous experience in roof work.
• Experience in the operation of forklifts, boom/crane trucks, or similar material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with the safe and efficient use of conveyor systems and other relevant loading machinery.
• Proficiency in Spanish, in addition to English.