ABOUT AMERICAN OPERATOR American Operator exists to keep the American Dream alive through small-business leadership and ownership. We place experienced operators into businesses of retiring owners who want their life's work placed in the hands of leaders who care. Over time, our CEOs follow a clear pathway to earn significant equity in the business they lead. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for an experienced operator to lead a residential roofing business as CEO in partnership with American Operator. This is a rare opportunity to step into a profitable, established business with a strong reputation, referral network, and an experienced team already in place. As CEO, you'll assume full responsibility for day-to-day operations, team leadership, and P&L performance. This is not a turnaround situation, it's an opportunity to build on a solid foundation. Your focus will be on developing and retaining a great team, driving customer acquisition and growth, executing with operational discipline, and scaling the business from a position of strength. American Operator will be your partner from day one, providing strategic support, resources, and guidance while empowering you to lead independently. Most importantly, you'll have a clear path to earning significant equity ownership in the business you grow and lead. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Own the company’s P&L with full responsibility for performance and day-to-day operations * Step into a newly acquired business and build relationships with suppliers, customers, and employees * Oversee and participate in the estimating and bidding process to ensure that the business is winning projects profitably * Manage and lead the sales, production, service, and office staff with accountability * Ensure crews deliver consistent, high quality service to every customer * Win new accounts and expand existing ones through enhancements, local relationships, and disciplined estimating * Run quarterly board meetings with American Operator * Partner with American Operator on strategy, budgeting, and growth planning REQUIREMENTS * 7+ years of leadership experience with at least 2 years in residential or commercial roofing field work * Track record of leading and growing a home services business in a competitive industry * Strong P&L management skills with experience managing insurance billing, collections, and cash flow * Managed a subcontracted labor crew with reliable & high-quality production outcomes * Built an effective outbound sales team in the roofing industry * Experience estimating commercial and/or residential roofing systems WHAT SETS YOU APART * Currently hold or can immediately obtain a roofing license in a local Colorado municipality * Experience working with insurance adjusters as a construction contractor * Military leadership experience COMPENSATION Base salary: $150,000, plus 20% performance-based bonus opportunities, distributions, and meaningful equity participation beginning at 10% ownership, with the potential to increase based on performance. Total compensation varies by portfolio company, individual performance, and deal structure, and includes a comprehensive benefits package (Health, vision, dental). LOCATION This business is located in Colorado's Front Range. The exact location of this business will be revealed during the interview process. Ready to lead the next chapter? Before you apply, we encourage you to visit americanoperator.com to learn more about who we are, how we work, and what our operators have to say about the experience. When you are ready, apply today to start the conversation..