Roofers

Also Called: Roof Mechanic, Roofer, Roofing Technician

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$36,240

Entry Salary

Below Average

Job outlook

What Roofers do

Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures.

  • Inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures.
  • Remove snow, water, or debris from roofs prior to applying roofing materials.
  • Set up scaffolding to provide safe access to roofs.
Industry Areas:

Construction • Renewable Resources and Energy • Transportation

Training Program Areas:

Building Construction Technology • Carpentry • Facilities Maintenance • Heavy Equipment Operations • OCT-Only Construction • OCT-Only Renewable Resources & Energy • OCT-Only Transportation • Petroleum Technician • Plastering • Smart Meter & Instrumentation Technician • Solar Energy • Weatherization

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Work Context

  • Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  • Exposed to High Places
  • Face-to-Face Discussions
  • Telephone
  • Contact With Others

Tools

  • Hip and ridge
  • Blow torch
  • Hammers
  • Hatchets
  • Hoists

Technology

Computer aided design CAD software
AppliCad Roof Wizard
ASR Software TopView LE
Data base user interface and query software
CADAFIS
Insight Direct ServiceCEO
Analytical or scientific software
Energy cost evaluation software
Roofing Calculator

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Coordination
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Monitoring
  • Operation and Control

Knowledge

Engineering and Technology
building and construction
design
Business
customer service
management
Arts and Humanities
English language
Safety and Government
public safety and security

Education

  • 49% High school diploma or equivalent
  • 26% Less than high school diploma
  • 11% Post-secondary certificate

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Job Training Match

Roofers Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

Audiovisual Equipment Installers & Repairers

Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

 Job Training Match

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades & Extraction Workers

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

 Job Training Match

Government Property Inspectors & Investigators

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

 Job Training Match

Agricultural Technicians

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

  • Albuquerque - Job Corps

    Albuquerque, New Mexico

  • Arecibo Job Corps

    Garrochales, Puerto Rico

ACT & College

  • Arizona Western College

    Yuma, AZ

  • Bates Technical College

    Tacoma, WA

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Occupation Traits

    • Conventional (Organizer)
    • Realistic (Doer)

Work Styles

  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self Control
  • Concern for Others
  • Integrity
  • Cooperation

Values

  • Support
  • Independence
  • Working Conditions

Abilities

  • Hand and Finger Use
  • Endurance
  • Flexibility, Balance, and Coordination
  • Controlled Movement

This is what Roofers across the country typically make.

$17.42 / hour
$36,240 /year

Entry Level

$24.05 / hour
$50,030 /year

Median Level

$38.39 / hour
$79,850 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Below Average

Please be sure to verify the outlook of this occupation with your instructor.

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