CQA Commercial Roof Observer
Mantis Innovation
Roof Observer, Commercial Quality Assurance
Mantis Innovation
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Washington, DC • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $30 - $42 per hour
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Apply MANTIS methodology in facility (roof, walls, pavement, and energy) inspection process for Facility Management Solutions projects
- Provide Quality Assurance Observation on roofing projects (primary duty) including acting as liaison between Owner/Architect and Roofing Contractor
- Conduct roof surveys, pavement surveys, and building envelope surveys as needed
- Read and confirm compliance with contract documents, specifications, and change orders
- Inspect materials storage and verify correct installation methods; confirm nightly watertightness and material condition during installation
- Oversee troubleshooting, monitor punch work, and inspect final product with manufacturer representatives for warranty items
- Confirm deck condition as systems are removed and ensure necessary deck repairs are completed per contract
- Perform safety duties: wear PPE, participate/lead job hazard analysis (JHA) and daily safety briefings, stop work for unsafe conditions, report incidents and handle hazardous materials per SDS
- Administrative duties: enter time daily, complete expense reports with backup, respond to emails/voicemails timely, upload data daily
- Perform minor maintenance work when required and lift up to 50 pounds; work outdoors in all weather and potentially extended hours
- Travel frequently for site work (up to 70-80%) and coordinate with clients and project teams
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum five years commercial roofing experience
- Technically competent with field data collection tools (iPad/Tablet)
- Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and submittals
- Proficient use of laptop and MS Office software
- Ability to write detailed observation reports including photographic documentation
- Experience in performing infrared and capacitance moisture surveys
- Valid driver’s license with minimal driving offences over the last five years
- Ability to perform minor maintenance work including restoration mortar and re-grouting tile
- Physically able to climb scaffolding/ladders on a daily basis
- Ability to communicate clearly with design teams, project owners, architects, engineers, general contractors and related subcontractors
- Live in/near Washington, DC or within one hour driving distance to the beltway
- Willing to become RRO certified through IIBEC
- Ability to travel up to 70-80% (via vehicle, airplane, etc.)
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA
- HSA
- 401k Matching
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees)
- Professional development opportunities and learning cutting-edge technology skills
- Per Diem (as dictated by each state/county worked in)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
MANTIS methodologyroofing inspectionquality assurancefield data collectioninfrared moisture surveyscapacitance moisture surveysobservation report writingminor maintenance workinstallation methods verificationsafety duties
Soft skills
communicationliaisontroubleshootingadministrative skillsteam coordinationproblem-solvingattention to detailtime managementleadershipsafety awareness
Certifications
RRO certificationvalid driver's license