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Helpers--Roofers

Also called: Roofer Helper

What they do:

Help roofers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

On the job, you would:
  • Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight.
  • Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials.
  • Locate worn or torn areas in roofs.
On the job, you'll need:

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • mechanical

Business

  • management
  • customer service

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Safety and Government

  • public safety and security

Basic Skills

  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

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

Realistic

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

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Self Control
  • Persistence
  • Cooperation

Analytical or scientific software

  • Energy cost evaluation software
  • Roofing Calculator

Data base user interface and query software

  • Insight Direct ServiceCEO
  • RoofLogic

Computer aided design CAD software

  • AppliCad Roof Wizard
  • Ziatek RoofDraw

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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: $37,020

Education

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