Commercial Roofer (Journey Level)

Journeyman Commercial Roofer

A well-established and financially stable commercial roofing contractor in Vancouver, Washington is actively hiring an experienced Journeyman Commercial Roofer to join our growing team. This is a long-term opportunity for a skilled Journeyman Commercial Roofer who takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and teamwork.

This role focuses heavily on low-slope single-ply membrane systems, with occasional installation of low-slope asphalt bitumen roof systems. The position requires extensive regional travel across Washington State and Oregon, including out-of-town projects lasting several months. You must demonstrate advanced technical skill, work safely under regional Pacific Northwest weather conditions, and mentor apprentices.

Journeyman Commercial Roofer Responsibilities

• Install Single-Ply Systems: Lay TPO, PVC, and EPDM membranes to strict manufacturer specifications.
• Weld and Bond: Safely and expertly use hand-held hot-air welders, automatic walk-behind heat welders, induction welding tools, and chemical bonding adhesives.
• Handle Asphalt Systems: Properly install modified bitumen and built-up roofing (BUR) systems when required.
• Apply Flashings: Seal and secure roof penetrations, curbs, walls, drains, and perimeter edge metal.
• Prep Substrates: Inspect roof decks, install vapor barriers, and fit tapered insulation/cover boards.
• Maintain Safety: Rigorously follow OSHA, WA-DOSH, and OR-OSHA strict fall protection regulations.
• Guide Apprentices: Teach trade skills, proper tool usage, and jobsite safety practices to junior crew members.

Journeyman Commercial Roofer Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 4–5 years of documented commercial roofing experience.
• Membrane Expertise: Proven mastery of single-ply installation and seam heat
• welding.
• Bitumen Knowledge: Basic competency with torch-applied, cold-applied, or hot mopped bitumen systems.
• Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders safely, and work
• outdoors in regional weather.
• Tools: Own standard hand tools of the commercial roofing trade.
• Travel: Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Must pass a background check and a drug
• screening test.

Preferred Skills

• Certified in major manufacturer systems (e.g., Carlisle, Holcim/Elevate, GAF, Johns Manville).
• Active OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour construction safety certification card.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and architectural roof

plans.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Pay: $45.00 – $60.00 per hour.
• Prevailing Wage: Higher pay rates available depending on specific public works
• project locations.
• Relocation Support: Financial assistance with relocation costs is available for
• qualified out-of-area candidates.
• Travel Perks: Full per diem and lodging costs paid by the company for overnight
• stays.
• Benefits: 100% company-paid medical insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Schedule & Travel Requirements
• Regional Travel: Frequent travel throughout Washington and Oregon.
• Extended Stays: Willingness to work out of town for several months at a time on
• specific projects.
• Flexibility: Overtime and weekend work are required when necessary to meet
• deadlines or weather windows.

If you are an experienced Journeyman Commercial Roofer looking for a stable company, excellent benefits, and consistent commercial roofing work, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Roofing: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Vancouver, WA 98660 (Required)

Work Location: In person