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. This role involves loading and unloading materials from delivery trucks, ensuring safety and precision, and coordinating with drivers and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload roofing materials from delivery trucks using manual and mechanical methods, ensuring 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, and facilitate the safe and effective distribution of materials onto flat and sloped roofs as per company safety guidelines.
• 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.

Requirements

• Physical fitness and strength to lift up to 100 lbs. regularly, with the ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and handle materials.
• Comfortable working at heights and exposure to various weather conditions.
• Ability to work on sloped roofs of various pitches and heights, requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a harness.
• Knowledge of construction materials and procedures, proficiency in operating a forklift, and previous experience in roof work.
• Familiarity with the safe and efficient use of conveyor systems and other relevant loading machinery, ensuring streamlined operations and adherence to safety protocols.
• Basic math skills for accurate inventory counts.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication in English for efficient team collaboration and understanding job-related documents.
• Ability to work on sloped roofs of various pitches and heights, requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of work experience in general labor, warehouse operations, delivery, or construction-related fields.
• Preferred qualifications include knowledge of construction materials and procedures, proficiency in operating a forklift, and previous experience in roof work.
• Previous experience in the operation of forklifts, boom/crane trucks, or similar material handling equipment, highlighting the ability to manage technology that enhances job efficiency and safety.
• Familiarity with the safe and efficient use of conveyor systems and other relevant loading machinery, ensuring streamlined operations and adherence to safety protocols.
• Proficiency in Spanish, in addition to English, allowing effective communication in diverse working environments and enhancing service quality for a broader customer base.
• Forklift certification preferred.