Apprentice Roofer Hillsboro

Apprentice Roofer – Carlson Roofing Company Inc., Hillsboro, OR

Carlson Roofing Company is seeking a new apprentice roofer. This position offers projects that are set up and ready to go, including union wages and benefits such as full family healthcare and a generous union pension. We are a young and dynamic team aiming to grow while keeping the bottom line as a priority.

It is a fast‑paced and intense environment that is never boring. We value professionals who are team players, goal‑setters, can handle pressure, and enjoy a competitive yet fun workplace.

General Roofing skills and requirements:

• Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety regulations.
• Be reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Able to lift, carry and move items weighing under 100 lb frequently.
• Mobility to stand, bend, and kneel repeatedly or for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders frequently and work on elevated roof surfaces.
• Interact professionally and work well with owners, customers, co‑workers, managers, and inter‑office personnel.
• Adaptable to constantly changing environments and workplaces.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, both hot or cold.
• Make proper use of appropriate tools and equipment that require extensive use of the hands.
• Complete required daily paperwork such as Purchase Orders, Work Orders, Timesheets, etc.
• Remove old roofs, install underlayment and install new roofs.
• Perform repairs as indicated to leaking roofs.
• Install composition shingles, slate shingles, roofing tiles, and flashings.
• Install low slope roof systems including hot asphalt, torch‑down, and single ply.
• Erect necessary rigging.
• Install insulation or vapor barriers.
• Cut materials to fit corners and against walls.
• Replace damaged joists and plywood.

Willing to train the right person.

• Raise every 500 hours worked after becoming an indentured apprentice.
• CDL drivers get an extra $1 per hour worked.
• Free health insurance covering spouse and all children up to 26 years old, including legally adopted stepchildren.
• Free pension plans (vested after 5 years).
• NRIPP provides up to $1.20 per hour worked.
• NRIPP Supplemental provides up to $1.45 per hour worked.
• PCP provides up to $5.20 per hour worked.
• Total up to $7.85 per hour worked = up to $326,560 over 15 years.
• $5,000 death benefit.
• Closed union – protected by unemployment benefits if ever out of work; includes days spent in training.
• Free college degree: apprentices receive college credit toward an A.S. in Applied Science. Must attend at least 3–4 weeks of classes per year within the first four years of the program.

We look forward to hearing from interested candidates.