Technical Roofing Specialist

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. 

Johns Manville – Roofing Systems Division

The Technical Specialist provides timely, high-quality technical support to customers using Johns Manville roofing products and systems. This role evaluates project-specific roofing conditions, determines eligibility for guarantees, verifies compliance with applicable requirements, and recommends sound technical solutions. The position regularly addresses complex situations that may require approved deviations from or modifications to published specifications.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Respond accurately and promptly to technical and guarantee-related inquiries.
• Interpret wind-uplift design requirements and perform calculations in accordance with ASCE 7.
• Evaluate unique roofing conditions and recommend practical best practices and technical solutions.
• Review guarantee applications and determine eligibility based on applicable requirements.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of single-ply and bituminous roofing systems and associated components.
• Review and interpret construction documents, with particular emphasis on roofing systems.

What You Bring the the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field preferred, with five (5) years of technical experience in low-slope roofing.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, candidates may qualify with an associate degree and seven (7) years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma/GED and nine (9) years of relevant experience.
• Registered Roof Observer (RRO) or Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) credential preferred.
• Five years of experience in customer-focused business interactions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of roofing practices and systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the commercial construction process and the roles of involved parties.
• Strong understanding of legal considerations related to roofing and construction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Results-oriented approach, with the ability to prioritize work and complete tasks with appropriate urgency.

Work Environment

This position primarily operates in a professional office environment.

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Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.