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Lead Sheet Metal Installer – Roofing & Exterior Panels– Lead Exterior Roofing and Siding Fabrications

Job Overview

• Company: Kroes Northwest LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $23 to $35 per hour (Based on experience)
• Location: Rickreall, OR 97371
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will serve as a vital member of our field construction crew, executing high-quality exterior sheet metal installations across commercial and industrial projects. This role gives you the platform to showcase your technical craft while ensuring complete weatherproofing and structural integrity. You will work in a supportive, safety-first environment that respects your skills and values long-term career growth.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Install complex sheet metal roofing systems, wall panels, trim, flashing, and gutter components according to precise manufacturer requirements.
• Interpret architectural blueprints, shop drawings, and layout specifications to guarantee exact material placement on-site.
• Measure, cut, bend, and fabricate customized sheet metal pieces utilizing specialized hand tools and power equipment.
• Operate aerial lifts, forklifts, and telehandlers safely to manage materials and execute work at variable heights.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and crew foremen to maintain strict jobsite efficiency and scheduling timelines.
• Uphold rigid safety standards by complying with OSHA regulations, fall protection mandates, and company safety policies.
• Inspect finished installations to verify weatherproofing, proper fastening, and alignment meet strict quality assurance benchmarks.
• Mentor and train junior crew members on specialized installation techniques, tool safety, and field best practices.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Hands-on field experience specifically within sheet metal roofing, siding installation, or commercial exterior construction.
• Proven ability to read, interpret, and translate detailed construction drawings and layout plans into field execution.
• Proficiency in utilizing hand tools, power tools, and specialized shop fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to collaborate productively within a fast-paced team environment.
• High physical stamina required to lift heavy materials, climb ladders, navigate scaffolding, and work in diverse weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Active OSHA safety certification, aerial lift certification, forklift operation certification, and certified fall protection training.
• Demonstrated track record of troubleshooting installation challenges and adjusting layouts dynamically to match changing field conditions.
• Experience sharing trade knowledge, coaching apprentices, or leading small task groups on a construction site.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $23 to $35 determined by depth of experience.
• Employer-sponsored health insurance coverage matching 50% of premium costs.
• Robust 401K retirement savings plan paired with a company matching contribution.
• Performance-based incentive bonus structure designed to reward high-quality workmanship and efficiency.
• Dependable year-round work schedules within a stable, family-focused organization.

About Us

Kroes Northwest is a family-focused general contractor specializing in commercial and industrial construction throughout the region. We believe in working hard to live well and understand the importance of consistent work, dependable pay, and a strong safety culture. At KNW, every team member is respected for their skills and contributions, and we focus on building long-term careers—not just completing projects. 

Learn more at www.knw-inc.com.

Kroes Northwest LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.