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Roofers

Also called: Roof Mechanic, Roof Service Technician, Roofer, Roofing Technician

What they 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.

On the job, you would:
  • 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.
On the job, you'll need:

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • design

Business

  • customer service
  • management

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Safety and Government

  • public safety and security

Basic Skills

  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
  • thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Hand and Finger Use

  • hold or move items with your hands
  • keep your arm or hand steady

Endurance

  • exercise for a long time without getting out of breath

Flexibility, Balance, and Coordination

  • keep your balance or stay upright
  • bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs

Controlled Movement

  • use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

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

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

Computer aided design CAD software

  • AppliCad Roof Wizard
  • ASR Software TopView LE

Data base user interface and query software

  • CADAFIS
  • Insight Direct ServiceCEO

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Average.

New job opportunities are likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $47,920

Education

High school diploma/GED or no high school diploma/GED is usually needed.

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