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Trainee Metal Roofing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Ensure all trainees and field crews adhere to company safety standards and OSHA regulations. * Model and teach safe material handling and jobsite practices for metal roofing systems. * Prior to any ...

Ensure all trainees and field crews adhere to company safety standards and OSHA regulations. * Model and teach safe material handling and jobsite practices for metal roofing systems. * Prior to any ...

Manufacturing Manager Trainee

Clinton, IL · On-site

$17.50 - $19.50/hr

About McElroy Metal McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub ... Trainee status length will depend on overall capabilities & performance of the candidate. Hours 8 ...

Manufacturing Manager Trainee

Bossier City, LA · On-site

$16.75 - $18.75/hr

About McElroy Metal McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub ... Trainee status length will depend on overall capabilities & performance of the candidate. Hours 8 ...

Manufacturing Manager Trainee

Clinton, IL · On-site

$17.50 - $19.50/hr

About McElroy Metal McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub ... Trainee status length will depend on overall capabilities amp; performance of the candidate.

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Position: Construction Roofing Trainee * EARN $100,000 to $250,000+ * FULL TRAINING PROVIDED ... shake, metal, flat TPO roofing, and seamless aluminum and copper gutters and offering expert ...

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Position: Roofing Sales Representative/Trainee * EARN $100,000 to $250,000+ * FULL TRAINING ... shake, metal, flat TPO roofing, and seamless aluminum and copper gutters and offering expert ...

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How much do trainee metal roofing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee metal roofing in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Metal Roofing vs Metal Roofing Installer?

AspectTrainee Metal RoofingMetal Roofing Installer
CertificationsNone required initially; on-the-job trainingTypically required to have OSHA safety training; some certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentLearning phase, supervised on-siteFull participation in roofing projects, outdoor work
Job RoleAssisting and learning roofing techniquesInstalling metal roofs independently or under supervision

The main difference is that a Trainee Metal Roofing is in the learning stage, focusing on gaining skills and certifications, while a Metal Roofing Installer is an experienced worker actively installing roofs. Trainees work under supervision, whereas installers perform the job independently, often with certifications and more responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Metal Roofing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,530 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Metal Building Components Service Center Manager Trainee

McElroy Metal

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


McElroy Metal rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About McElroy Metal
McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub-structural components with 14 manufacturing facilities, 29 Service Centers and 44 Metal Mart locations across the US. We offer a family-friendly atmosphere to our employee owners who embrace a passion for excellence and a commitment to our core values. Join our team, and become an employee owner today.
After three generations of family ownership, McElroy transitioned to an employee-owned company (ESOP) in 2023. Ian McElroy, who continues to serve as the President of McElroy Metal, shared the reason for the change, "The one constant trait during our 60-year history is the influence and support of employees. Throughout the country, McElroy Metal is blessed to have loyal team members, including many that have dedicated decades of service to the company. As a show of appreciation, McElroy Metal team members are now employee owners of McElroy Metal."
Recruitment Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pu0kwO8cYck
Benefits
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Comprehensive medical plan for all full-time employees and their dependents
  • Prescription card benefit
  • Dental plan for all regular full-time employees
  • Life insurance for all regular, full-time employees at no cost to the employee
  • Employee Assistance Program for all our employees and their immediate family members
  • Short-term and Long-term disability insurance for all regular, full-time employees at no cost to the employee
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Plan, a company match and a profit-sharing plan
  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Leave for regular, full-time employees
  • Financial performance incentive programs
  • In-house and outside employee training and development opportunities

Summary
We have several openings for a Service Center Manager Trainee at locations at locations in the Midwest. The Manager Trainee position performs duties, under general direction of experienced personnel, to gain knowledge and experience required for possible advancement into management positions. This is an entry level management position. This position reports to the Service Center Area Manager.
Hours
7:30 am - 4:30 pm M-F
Service Center Manager Trainee Qualifications:
  • Strong basic math skills.
  • Experience and ability to supervise office and production employees.
  • Sales/customer service experience in metal components and/or roofing products.
  • Ability to travel and work independently.
  • Experience working with administrative functions such as: inventory control, invoicing records, computer transactions, cash deposits, and material estimates.
  • Ability to handle materials and material handling equipment.

Service Center Manager Trainee Responsibilities:
  • Assists with coordinating work load with employee staffing on an on-going basis in order to efficiently utilize the workforce.
  • Travel to other Service Center locations possibly for weeks at a time.
  • Solicits current and potential customers to increase Service Center's sales.
  • Assists customers in selection of products and writes orders for additional items needed. Arranges for delivery to customer.
  • Enters orders into computer.
  • Invoices orders after shipment.
  • Keeps inventory control records current and places orders to replenish stock.
  • Completes daily sales summary and deposits cash receipts in bank.
  • Approves vendor invoices for payment.
  • Loads and unloads trucks.
  • Assists in creating and estimating material lists for customers.

Visit our McElroyMetal.com employment page for more information about our company, our locations, and how to join the McElroy Metal team.
McElroy Metal will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if McElroy Metal is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
McElroy Metal is an equal opportunity employer. We provide an inclusive environment that allows each employee to be their best based upon their merit, talent and aspiration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
McElroy Metal is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. Requests for an accommodation should be made with the hiring manager.
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