Roofing Lead/Roofing Technician

Roofing Lead / Roofing Technician

Custom Filters Direct
Pay: $25-35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Employment Type: Full-time, W-2 employee
Work Locations: Company sites throughout Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey
Travel: Regular travel required, including occasional overnight stays. All travel expenses covered.
Reports to: Maintenance Lead/Ownership

Custom Filters Direct is seeking an experienced Roofing Lead / Roofing Technician to repair and maintain roofing systems across our company locations. This is a hands-on position for someone who can diagnose leaks, complete quality repairs independently, and lead a crew when needed.

Responsibilities

- Inspect roofs for leaks, damage, and wear, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Repair and maintain commercial flat roofing systems, including TPO, EPDM/rubber roofing, and modified bitumen , as well as metal and asphalt shingle roofs.
- Repair flashing, roof drains, gutters, penetrations, and rooftop equipment curbs.
- Perform preventive maintenance and respond to emergency roof leaks.
- Lead roofing crews as needed, assign tasks, monitor progress, and inspect completed work.
- Train crew members on proper roofing techniques and safe work practices.
- Coordinate with site managers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Estimate labor and material needs, order supplies, and track tools and materials.
- Document repairs with photos, job notes, and updates to management.
- Follow and enforce fall protection requirements and company safety procedures.

Qualifications

- At least 5 years of roofing experience , including commercial roof repairs.
- At least 1 year of experience leading or supervising a roofing crew.
- Strong knowledge of roofing systems, leak diagnosis, and repair methods.
- Ability to complete work independently and make sound decisions without direct supervision.
- OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred.
- Fall protection training and certification.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Willingness to travel regularly between Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey, including occasional overnight stays.
- Ability to work safely at heights, lift up to 60 pounds, and perform outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working at industrial or manufacturing facilities.
- Forklift, scissor lift, or boom truck certifications.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Apply today if you have the roofing experience, leadership skills, and independence to help maintain our growing facilities.