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We bring roofs to life and lead the Southeast in design, installing, maintaining and restoring high-quality and high performance green roofs.

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Benefits of working at Living Roofs

Highly competitive pay

Pay based on experience for senior-level positions and starting wages for all entry-level employees fulfill current living wage rates established by Just Economics of Western NC. In addition to wages, per diem is provided for all overnight travel.

Company Retirement Plan

Employees are eligible to participate in the company retirement plan with tax-deferred earnings and employer-matched contributions of up to 3% of annual compensation.

Paid Time Off and Holidays

We offer 8 Paid holidays and the opportunity to accumulate Paid Time Off (PTO). For a full work schedule, PTO amounts to 80 hours (or 10 days) per year.

Professional development and training

Company provided and outside agency skill-based training, increased duties and responsibilities, and company-wide workshops to provide professional development, employee training, and team building.

Fun meaningful work

We work hard, but we also have fun building green roofs and rooftop amenity areas for people to access nature and get outside for a breath of fresh air. Company gatherings and quarterly meetings throughout the year are a time to regroup as a team and catch up off the roof.

Room for growth

Living Roofs Inc is a growing company. As we develop, we look forward to sharing this progress with our team through annual raises, increased professional development, and expanding our benefits package.

Seasonal Green Roof Technician

The Seasonal Green Roof Technician (SGRT) reports to the Construction Manager and installs green roofs, living walls, and amenity terraces on commercial and residential construction projects. The position is based out of Asheville, NC and requires frequent weekly travel, Monday through Friday, to project sites located across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia. This is an entry level position, and no previous green roof or living wall installation experience is required. Training will be provided. Candidates with some work experience in construction, landscaping, roofing, masonry, or related fields as well as candidates with some education or training in environmental studies, sustainable technology, ecology, construction management, or similar fields are encouraged to apply. This is a seasonal (temporary)position and will have an end date coinciding with the end of the growing season, likely within the month of November 2024.

Responsibilities

Field: 100%

  • Always work safely and in compliance with the LRI Safety Program.
  • Securely load and unload trucks with equipment and materials.
  • Safely operate company vehicles and transport crew members, equipment, and     materials.
  • Install green roof materials, including base components, soil, plant material,     rock, and edging.
  • Install rooftop amenity terrace components, including pedestal paver systems and planters.
  • Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot irrigation systems.
  • Assist forklift operators, crane operators, riggers, and signalers.
  • Operate handheld power equipment, including drills, concrete saws, angle grinders, etc.
  • Assist maintenance team as needed, including identifying plants and removing weeds.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to routinely travel overnight for project work Monday through Friday.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with insurable driving record.
  • Must have a great attitude and strong work ethic.
  • Must be punctual, a team player, and a good communicator.
  • Familiarity with landscaping, construction, or related industries a plus.

Physical Requirements:

  • Outdoor work in all types of weather,     including heat, cold, sun, wind, rain, and snow.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and squat for prolonged periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Benefits

Compensation is $22.50/hr. Benefits include paidtime off, paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid voting leave, employer sponsoredretirement plan with up to 3% employer match, and discounted corporate YMCAmembership. Employees traveling overnight receive a Per Diem for meals &incidental expenses. Living Roofs is proud to be recognized as a Leading LivingWage Employer by Just Economic WNC.

If you have any questions, email us at info@livingroofsinc.com
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