General Roofing Laborer

Lava Roofing

General Roofing Laborer

Location: Kailua-Kona, HI. This is an in-person position serving projects throughout Kona and surrounding Big Island communities. 

Start a Hands-On Career in Hawaii's Roofing Industry.

Lava Roofing is an established Hawaii roofing company with more than 25 years of experience serving residential, commercial, and government clients. Our team delivers honest service, professional craftsmanship, and roofing solutions designed for Kona's intense sun, wind, rain, salt air, and coastal environment.

Lava Roofing is seeking a dependable General Roofing Laborer to support projects throughout Kona and the surrounding Big Island communities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, wants to learn a skilled trade, and is ready to contribute to a hardworking roofing crew. Previous roofing experience is helpful but not required. A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist roofing crews with installations, repairs, reroofing, and tear-offs.
• Load, unload, carry, and organize roofing materials and equipment.
• Prepare work areas and help protect customers' properties.
• Remove old roofing materials and clean up debris.
• Assist with measuring, cutting, positioning, and securing materials.
• Use basic hand and power tools safely.
• Keep job sites, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
• Follow company safety requirements and crew instructions.
• Complete additional job-site duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with a crew.
• Comfortable working outdoors in heat and changing weather conditions.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working at elevated heights.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to lift and carry roofing tools, materials, and equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and maintaining an organized job site.

Pay and Benefits

• Full-time, W-2, nonexempt employment.
• Pay: $25 - $30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Overtime may be available depending on project schedules and will be paid in accordance with applicable law. 
• Paid time off.
• Medical insurance with company contribution toward eligible employee premiums. 
• On-the-job training and opportunities to develop roofing skills.
• Schedule: Full-time, generally Monday through Friday. Early morning start times, overtime, and occasional weekend work may be required based on project schedules and weather conditions.

Why Lava Roofing?

Lava Roofing gives hardworking individuals the opportunity to learn practical skills while contributing to projects across the Big Island. You will work with experienced professionals who understand Kona's unique roofing conditions and take pride in doing the job correctly. Our team values reliability, safety, teamwork, and a willingness to improve. Join an established local company where your effort and progress will be recognized.

Lava Roofing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.