What would you say to encourage someone to join the roofing industry? Three NRCA members share their answers.
Whether you enjoy working with your hands and being outdoors, are skilled at detailed planning and management, or are a true “people person” who loves building lifetime customer relationships, there is a fulfilling career waiting for you in the roofing industry.
—CJ Martin, Showalter Roofing Service Inc., Naperville, Ill.
The roofing industry is a great place to make a living. The comradery and sense of being part of something bigger are incredible. Our teams work to make sure we are helping our customers succeed throughout each project. There also is a real sense of job security and recession resistance. Getting things done in the right way and making improvements every day are rewarding.
—Geoff Mitchell, Mid-South Roof Systems, Forest Park, Ga.
I would say there is incredible opportunity in roofing that is unlike any other industry! There is opportunity for career growth; to work in the field and in an office environment; and to work with field personnel and business owners. This industry is made up of people who want to see you succeed and is built by hard-working, high-integrity individuals. If you have a strong work ethic, you can be successful in the roofing industry.
—Monica Murphy Mittel, Ray Nolan Roofing Co., Louisville, Ky.
