The Durable Slate Company
Roofing Technician - Learn Historic Roofing
🇺🇸Savage, Maryland, United States8 days ago
$40,000 – $90,000EntryFull Time
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.
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
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 to different job sites
Desire for a long-term career in historic roofing and preservation
Competitive pay, based on experience and skill level between $20-$45+ per hour
Performance-based advancement opportunities
Paid travel time between job sites
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.
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.
