Roofing & Siding Technician

Roofing & Siding Technician

Feldco – Windows, Siding, Doors, and Roofing, a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace, is seeking a Roofing & Siding Technician to join our motivated and growing team. With 50 years of experience, Feldco has built its reputation on delighting customers and making home improvement projects simple and stress-free. As a Roofing & Siding Technician, you'll play a key role in that mission by performing roof and siding inspections, measurements, and service work, ensuring accuracy, quality, and delivering customer delight every step of the way.

Job Info:

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: 125 E. Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018
• Hours: Mon-Fri, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Salary: $22-25/hr + bonus potential

Responsibilities:

• Perform residential roofing and siding inspections to ensure all work meets company standards and customer expectations
• Identify, diagnose, and assess roofing systems and siding structures, recommending effective repair or replacement solutions
• Complete minor roofing and siding repairs, including shingles, flashing, and siding panels
• Safely climb ladders and work at heights to inspect roofing systems and exterior siding conditions
• Communicate with customers on-site to explain roofing and siding findings and recommendations
• Prepare material takeoffs for roofing and siding projects to support ordering and completion
• Develop and maintain roofing and siding specifications, checklists, and quality standards
• Conduct roofing system testing in accordance with industry standards, including water intrusion testing, leak detection, and material adhesion checks
• Ensure all roofing and siding work complies with applicable building codes and regulations
• Accurately document roofing and siding inspection results, measurements, and repair notes in the company database
• Identify recurring roofing and siding issues in the field and collaborate with Operations to improve processes and training
• Address homeowner concerns related to roofing and siding conditions, workmanship, and repairs
• Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams on project scope, findings, and next steps

Job Qualifications:

• Preferred, not required: 2+ years of experience working with home construction projects
• Experience with residential roofing systems
• Knowledge of vinyl and LP siding
• Experience with commercial flat roofing is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills
• PC/Tablet skills for order entry and appointment documentation
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs., and up to 100 lbs. when required for service work
• Must be comfortable performing work on ladders
• Ability to work evenings and Saturdays to meet customer demand

What Can Feldco Offer You?

• Leadership -- We are the #1 Replacement Window, Door, Siding, and Roofing Company in America! We take great pride in our leadership and transformation of the home improvement market.
• Growth -- We have more than quadrupled our business over the past few years and are presently expanding into more new markets.
• Advancement -- We have recently promoted many internal staff members to senior management positions and offer external training.
• Teamwork -- We are focused on assisting each other and working together to take care of our customers.

Benefits Offered to Feldco Employees:

• Health: Comprehensive medical coverage, including options for PPO and HMO plans. Coverage is available for employees, spouses, and dependents. Free Teladoc and MyStrength (mental/behavioral health) when you are enrolled in one of Feldco's medical plans.
• Dental: Dental coverage (PPO plans) including preventive services, basic and major procedures, etc.
• Vision: Vision plans cover annual eye exams, prescription lenses, and frames or contact lenses.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): Free $15,000 policy for all full-time employees
• Disability Coverage: Employees can enroll in STD and LTD.
• Voluntary Life Insurance: Employees have the option to purchase voluntary term life insurance with a guaranteed issue amount of $100,000. The max benefits amount is $500,000. We offer Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Care coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Offer identity Theft protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays