Roofing Technician

Overview

Join an established and innovative company in the fast-growing solar industry and enjoy strong pay rate + benefits + advancement opportunities!

Pay range $20 to $26/hr. + benefits + advancement opportunities

We offer an extensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Insurance
• $50K Life Insurance
• 401K
• Medical Reimbursement Accounts (HSA & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time-Off
• Branch Performance bonuses

Roofing Technician:
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Roofer to join our field crew. The Roofer works under the direction of the Roofing Foreman to perform tear-offs, roof installations, repairs, and clean-up tasks. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role that requires attention to detail, commitment to safety, and a strong work ethic.

• Roof Installation & Repairs
  • Tear off existing roofing materials safely and efficiently.
  • Install underlayment, shingles, flashing, and other roofing components.
  • Assist with roof repairs as directed.
  • Follow all installation procedures per manufacturer and code.
• Site Support & Prep
  • Set up ladders, fall protection, and staging areas each day.
  • Load/unload materials and move them around the site as needed.
  • Keep work areas clean and organized.
  • Ensure tools are handled safely and returned to storage daily.
• Team Collaboration
  • Follow directions from the Foreman and work cooperatively with crew members.
  • Communicate job site needs or issues to the Foreman promptly.
  • Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude in the field.
• Safety & Quality
  • Use PPE and fall protection at all times.
  • Follow safety rules and report any hazards or incidents.
  • Perform work to meet or exceed company quality standards.

Education &

Certifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license preferred but not required

Experience:

• 1+ years of experience in roofing or construction preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to use hand and power tools safely
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and attention to detail required
• Field-based role with daily physical activity labor and ladder work
• Must be comfortable working at heights and in varying weather conditions
• Fast-paced, team-oriented job sites requiring flexibility and focus

• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Stand for long periods of time
• Walk or run for long periods of time
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl
• Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out
• Repeat the same movements
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Determine the distance between objects
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
• Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
• Understand the speech of another person
• Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness
• Move two or more limbs together while remaining in place
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
• Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
• While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side
• Lift 50+ pounds

(Employee is required to travel for business purposes, not including commute to and from work.) If required to travel, must have a valid Driver's License/Insurance and the ability to drive a personal vehicle to different sites.

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Employees of Freedom Forever must submit to a criminal history check, MVR check and a 9-panel drug screen that includes the following:
Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP), Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene. Job based in Illinois not seeking remote employees.