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Roof Repair Technician

Great Lakes Roofing Corporation, Appleton, WI, United States


Roof Repair Technician
Position Title:Roof Repair Technician
Job Type:Full-Time
Industry:Residential & Commercial Roofing
Reports To:Roofing Supervisor / Operations Manager

Summary
The Roof Repair Technicianis responsible fordiagnosing roofing issues, performinghighqualityrepairs, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This role involves working at heights, using a variety of tools, and repairing different roofing systems such as asphalt shingles, metal, EPDM, TPO, and other materials. The ideal candidate has strongproblemsolvingskills, attention to detail, and prior roofing experience.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect residential and commercial roofs to identify leaks, storm damage, and structural issues.

Perform roof repairs, including shingle replacement, flashing repair, patching, sealing, and structural fixes.

Diagnose ventilation issues, moisture problems, and other related roof system concerns.

Safely operate tools such as nail guns, roofing knives, ladders, and harness systems.

Document repair findings with photos and written notes.

Communicate clearly with customers about repair needs and solutions.

Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Follow all OSHA safety standards and company safety policies.

Assistwith emergency/urgent repair calls as needed.

Work collaboratively with team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently.

Qualifications

1–3 years of experience in roofing repair or installation (or willingness to train).

Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.

Strong understanding of common roofing systems (asphalt, metal, flat roofs).

Ability to lift 50–75lbs regularly.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred: Experience with roof leak detection.

Basic carpentry or construction background.

Knowledge of local building codes.

Skills

Strongproblem solvingabilities

Attention to detail

Good communicationand customer service skills

Ability to work independently and with a team

Mechanical aptitude and toolproficiency

Safety focusedmindset

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