Former Solar Installer – Transition to Historic Preservation Trades
$52,000–$83,200 year
On-siteFenton, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Conduct historic roofing restoration using natural slate, clay tile, and architectural copper on landmark structures including State Capitols, churches, and National Register properties. Apply safety-minded work ethic and mechanical aptitude to execute flashing, waterproofing, and steep-slope techniques on pitched surfaces with fall-protection systems. Progress through a formal apprenticeship structure toward a specialized historic tradesperson role while earning a starting rate of $25–$40/hr. Receive group health, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days, with travel per diem for Midwest project assignments and year-round work opportunities.
Required Qualifications
- Comfort and competence at heights, on pitched surfaces, with fall-protection systems
- Experience with roof structure, weather sealing, and precision layout
- Safety culture and situational awareness that general laborers often lack
- Mechanical aptitude and a trained eye for system-level thinking
- Work ethic developed in a results-oriented, high-accountability environment
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