Roofer Jobs

A Roofer, also known as a Roof Mechanic, is an essential professional in the construction industry. Roofers specialize in constructing, repairing, and installing roofs of buildings using a variety of materials, including shingles, bitumen, and metal. They ensure that roofs are water-tight and adequately protect the building and its occupants from weather conditions. Roofers may also inspect existing roofs to determine the repair and maintenance needs and provide cost estimates to clients.

Key skills for roofers include manual dexterity, balance, physical stamina, and a strong understanding of construction and carpentry techniques. They must also have excellent problem-solving abilities to identify potential issues and the best methods for repair or replacement. Roofers should also be familiar with safety protocols to prevent job-related injuries. In terms of certifications, roofers don't need formal education, but vocational courses and apprenticeship programs are beneficial. They may also require specific state licensure or certification, depending on the region. Someone aspiring to become a roofer may start as a roofing helper, construction laborer, or carpenter.

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Roofing / Warranty Technician

  • Holly Springs, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC
  • 3 days ago

Duties: • Inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures • Set up ladders to provide safe access to roofs • Use construction knowledge to repair roofs and leaks • Determine quantity and...

Dunnrite Roofing, Inc.

Entry Level Roofers And Experienced Roofers

  • Ocala, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 9 days ago

Busy Commercial Roofing Company Hiring Entry Level Roofers and Experienced Roofers for fulltime work immediately....

Harvest Solar

Solar Installer

Ability to work for extended periods of time on a sloping surface such as a roof....

COMMERCIAL FLAT ROOFER Full-time (Grand Rapids, MI)

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 4 hours ago

About the Role: We install and service a variety of commercial flat roofing systems, including TPO, PVC, and EPDM....

COMMERCIAL FLAT ROOFER Full-time (Lansing, MI)

  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 hours ago

About the Role: We install and service a variety of commercial flat roofing systems, including TPO, PVC, and EPDM....

Service Tech- roofing siding carpentry masonry

  • Farmington, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Farmington, MI
  • 5 hours ago

Looking for an individual with experience in both commercial and residential roofing projects....

Licensed Roofer Looking to Qualify a Company

  • Saint Augustine, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Saint Augustine, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Certified licensed roofing contractor searching for a company to qualify. Please respond to this email if interested....

Licensed Roofer Looking to Qualify a Company

  • Cape Coral, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cape Coral, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Certified licensed roofing contractor searching for a company to qualify. Please respond to this email if interested....

Licensed Roofer Looking to Qualify a Company

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Certified licensed roofing contractor searching for a company to qualify. Please respond to this email if interested....

Licensed Roofer Looking to Qualify a Company

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Certified licensed roofing contractor searching for a company to qualify. Please respond to this email if interested....

Hiring Commercial Roofers/Helpers for Large-scale (and local) Reroofs

  • Brooksville, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brooksville, FL
  • 5 hours ago

We have multiple large-scale, long-term commercial roofing projects located in the Tampa Bay area....

Licensed Roofer Looking to Qualify a Company

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Certified licensed roofing contractor searching for a company to qualify. Please respond to this email if interested....

Experienced Driver&Construction/Roofing Professional

  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Roofing Expertise Hands-on experience with various roofing types, installations, and repairs. Strong Work Ethic Punctual, dependable, and a true team player. Position Details: Full-Time Position....

Roofing Laborer

  • York, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • York, PA
  • 6 hours ago

surface and surrounding property Assist with the installation of vapor barriers and/or layers of insulation on the roof decks Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water...

Now Hiring for a Welder/Fabricator and Roofer

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 11 hours ago

Now Hiring for a Welder/Fabricator and Roofer (FAIRBANKS) Paul Welton image 1 of 1 compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Welder/Fabricator and Roofer Roofer, Welder...

Roofer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Green walls and Green roofs
This course is approved for 0.5 GBCI Continuation Education (CE) credits. After completing the course you can report your credit towards LEED credential maintenance.Landscaping in urban areas,...
Green Roofs and Living Walls
With environmental damage threatening the health, safety, and welfare of the public, as well as the environment, sustainable designs are becoming more popular that designers and planners are...
Google Call Ads For Roofers
In this course, you are going to get a full walkthrough on properly setting up call ads to bring you the customers you want.Call ads are the most effective and direct method of successful...

Salary for Roofer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Roofer positions.



Highest Education Level

Roofers offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.5%
Bachelor's Degree
19.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
11.4%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
4.1%
Some High School
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Roofers
None
38.5%
1-2 years
19.7%
10+ years
13.2%
Less than 1 year
12.1%
4-6 years
8.2%
2-4 years
5.3%
6-8 years
3.1%


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