For a commercial roofer, the day begins with a quick overview of the schedule—understanding what jobs are on deck and where the crew will be headed. At IRC, our Foremen, Superintendents, and Operations Team start each morning with a meeting to discuss the day’s assignments and compile the list of materials needed. They also coordinate details such as dumpster requirements and crane support with our drivers.
After the meeting, Foremen connect with their crews to gather and load all necessary materials onto company trucks. Once everything is ready, the team heads out to their designated job sites. Some sites may be right down the road, while others can be nearly two hours away. No two jobs are the same—each brings its own set of challenges, details, and work environments. The nature of commercial roofing means the jobsite atmosphere is always evolving.
Upon arriving on site, the Foreman or Journeyman sets up the ladder and double-checks that all safety measures are in place. This usually includes installing flag lines to clearly mark the roof edge for everyone on and around the roof.
Once the site is prepped and safety protocols are confirmed, it’s time to begin work—or pick up where the crew left off. As the project progresses, the Foreman designates a time for lunch. Breaks vary depending on what each individual brings or, in some cases, what they may walk to nearby—provided the Foreman or Superintendent approves.
After lunch, it’s back to work. When the day’s tasks are completed—or the crew reaches a stopping point—all tools are brought down from the roof. Once everyone has safely descended, the access points are removed, and materials and tools are stored on the truck for transport. The crew then returns to the shop to clock out and head home.