Roofers Union Local 70

Howell, Michigan

Roofers Union Local 70 offers a 3-year apprenticeship program consisting of OSHA 30, Competent Person (fall protection), Qualified Rigging and Signaling, HAZCOM, ICRA, CPR and First Aid, Asbestos Class II (Roofing Initial) and CERTA Training for our apprentices in their final year of apprenticeship. You also study the various roofing systems from EPDM, TPO, PVC, BUR and various steep slope roofing. Work for a signatory contractor. After 500 hours worked you will become a member of Roofers Local 70 and be invited to apprenticeship along with pay increase to 1st class. After 800 hours worked the member will receive Insurance (medical, vision, dental and life insurance). If you work the 500 hours prior to October 31st, you will be invited for Block Training in January where you will attend apprenticeship everyday Monday through Friday for four weeks. For your second- and third-years block training will be held for you in February. After your completion of each session of block training you will be eligible for two raises as long as you work 720 hours in between each classification change. After three years of apprenticeship training and 5,540 hours worked and all of your necessary paperwork and final test you will be eligible for your Journeyman Card.

Job Specifications

Locations

Ann arbor, MI

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Battle creek, MI

Kalamazoo, MI

Grand rapids, MI

Muskegon, MI

Workplace

On-site

Salary

$40,000-$100,000

Published

2 years ago

Type

Full Time

Career Level

Entry Level

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Roofing by nature is a high-octane profession based on teamwork, professionalism, skill and determination. Comradery and roofing go hand in hand, one of the greatest bonds is that of roofing brotherhood.


Nature of the Work
Roofers specialize in putting roofs on buildings and other structures to make them waterproof and weatherproof. They apply composition shingles, tile, slate and composition roofs. They use modern equipment to handle their materials, thereby lessening the physical exertion that was formerly required. Roofers are also
called to waterproof and damp-proof walls and other building surfaces.


Working Conditions
Roofers work outdoors in all kinds of weather and shut down only when weather is severe. Craftsmen do a great deal of climbing, kneeling, standing, and walking.


Interest and Personal Qualities
A Roofer should have no fear of height, a good sense of balance, and a better-than-average sense of safety for himself and his co-workers. They should enjoy working with their hands and accept working outdoors, sometimes under unpleasant working conditions. Those who are pursuing a career as a Roofer should have the ability to communicate and work well with others. Roofers must have the appropriate physical stamina and strength to complete job assignments and be willing to work outside in inclement weather. 


Good mechanical aptitude and measurement skills are essential. 



Requirements

General Qualifications
• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and be a U.S. citizen
• Good physical condition - must be able to perform the work of the trade
• Must have reliable transportation
• The person must be able to travel throughout Michigan  

Contact Chuck Rumsey if you would like more information on our apprenticeship program. 517-548-6554


Additional Information

Trade Organization

United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers