Commercial Roofing Kettle Operator
$54,080–$74,880 year
On-sitePittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Operate, monitor, and maintain the asphalt kettle throughout the workday, including startup, temperature control, and safe shutdown. Maintain asphalt at proper EVT and monitor against flash point, load kegs, manage propane supply, and keep material flowing via pump, hoist, or lugger. Perform daily equipment inspections on kettles, pumps, hoses, generators, and small engines. Maintain fire watch, keep extinguishers staged, and enforce the hot work safety zone. Set up ground-level work areas with traffic control and barricades. Assist the roofing crew with material handling, tear-off, and installation as needed. Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety requirements without exception. Experience with BUR and modified bitumen systems is required. Mechanical aptitude is a strong plus, with top pay reserved for operators who can service equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience operating a roofing kettle on commercial job sites
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (current)
- Working knowledge of hot asphalt safety, including flash point, EVT, and burn prevention
- Ability to repetitively lift and carry 100+ lbs throughout the shift
- Ability to work outdoors year-round through Western PA winters, heat, and varying conditions, and to stand, bend, climb, and carry for extended periods
- Reliable transportation and consistent, on-time attendance
- Valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications
- Mechanical or equipment maintenance background (small engine, hydraulic, diesel, or fleet repair)
- Experience with BUR and modified bitumen systems
- Experience on tight urban sites
- Powered Industrial Truck / forklift certification
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