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Roofing Technician - Learn Historic Roofing

The Durable Slate Company, Cincinnati, OH, United States


Roofing Technician – Learn Historic Roofing, Paid Training!

Start as a roofer. Become a slate craftsman earning $30–$40+/hr. Paid training—no slate experience required.
The Durable Slate Company , an

award-winning historic roofing contractor

established in

1986 , is seeking a

Roofer

to join our team. We specialize in

historic slate, clay-tile, and copper roofing

and are known for our commitment to

quality craftsmanship, safety, and preservation excellence . We are looking for experienced roofers who are trained or interested in being trained in traditional roofing techniques. With our in-house training program, we can work with you to elevate your experience.
What You’ll Do

Install, repair, and maintain

historic slate, clay-tile, and copper roofing systems
Work on

architecturally and historically significant buildings
Assist with

material handling, job site setup, and clean-up
Follow

company safety standards

and maintain a

professional job site
Collaborate with a team of

skilled roofers and preservation specialists
Travel to various job sites

as needed, with

paid travel time and logistics support
What We’re Looking For

Experience in steep slope roofing
Comfortable

working at heights

using ladders, lifts, and scaffolding
Ability to

lift up to 50 pounds
Valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points, ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
Strong

work ethic, reliability, and teamwork
Willingness and ability to travel
Desire for a

long‑term career in historic roofing and preservation
Compensation

Competitive pay , based on experience and skill level
Performance-based advancement opportunities
Paid travel time

between job sites
Benefits

Paid in-house and on-the-job training
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

after 90 days (Employer pays 50%)
401(k) retirement plan
Quarterly bonuses for attendance and target achievement
Paid Time Off (PTO)

and

Paid Holidays
Promotion opportunities based on performance , not tenure
Travel logistics and support for multi-site projects
If you’re a

skilled, reliable roofer

who takes pride in

historic craftsmanship , we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join a company that respects the past while building for the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Durable Slate Company provides

equal employment opportunities

to all employees and applicants. We prohibit

discrimination and harassment

based on

race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression , or any other characteristic protected by

federal, state, or local laws .

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