Jobs / Physical work / 47-3016.00

Helpers--Roofers

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

US jobs
6,030
Median wage
$44,160 a year
Job family
Physical work

Can agents do the work of helpers--roofers?

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  • Task levelUnexploredNo benchmark in our collection covers this work yet.
  • Project levelUnexploredNo benchmark in our collection covers this work yet.

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Typical tasks

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  • Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight.
  • Set ladders, scaffolds, and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs.
  • Clean work areas and equipment.
  • Maintain tools and equipment.
  • Provide assistance to skilled roofers installing and repairing roofs, flashings, and surfaces.
  • Locate worn or torn areas in roofs.
  • Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials.
  • Remove old roofing materials.
  • Perform emergency leak repairs and general maintenance for a variety of roof types.
  • Unload materials and tools from work trucks, and unroll roofing as directed.
  • Hoist tar and roofing materials to roofs, using ropes and pulleys, or carry materials up ladders.
  • Clear drains and downspouts and clean gutters.
Other job titles for this occupation (12)

Roofer Apprentice · Roofer Helper · Roofing Apprentice · Commercial Roofing Helper · Hot Tar Roofer Helper · Industrial Roofer Helper · Residential Roofer Helper · Roofer Assistant · Roofing Helper · Shingles Roofer Helper · Slate Roofer Helper · Terra Cotta Roofer Helper