Description
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.
Interests
- Realistic
- Conventional
Work Values
- Support
- Independence
- Working Conditions
Work Styles
- Dependability
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Control
- Concern for Others
- Integrity
Tasks
- 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.
- Estimate materials and labor required to complete roofing jobs.
- Cement or nail flashing strips of metal or shingle over joints to make them watertight.
Work Activities
- Performing General Physical Activities
- Handling and Moving Objects
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
- Getting Information
Detailed Work Activities
- Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
- Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Technology Skills
- Spreadsheet software
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Analytical or scientific software
- Office suite software
Abilities
- Gross Body Equilibrium
- Extent Flexibility
- Problem Sensitivity
- Trunk Strength
- Near Vision
Skills
- Coordination
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Operation and Control
Knowledge
- Building and Construction
- Customer and Personal Service
- English Language
- Public Safety and Security
- Education and Training
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Thermoplastic Systems InstallerCertifying Organization
National Roofing Contractors Association
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Registered Waterproofing ConsultantCertifying Organization
International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants
Type
Core
Certificate name
Asphalt Shingle Systems InstallerCertifying Organization
National Roofing Contractors Association
Type
Core
Certificate name
NRCA ProCertified Thermoplastic Systems InstallerCertifying Organization
National Roofing Contractors Association
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Certified InstallerCertifying Organization
Polymeric Exterior Products Association
Type
Advanced
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $43,074 |
| Median (50%) | $51,980 |
| High (90%) | $67,684 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $61,043 |
| Mid Level | $58,445 |
| Senior Level | $61,058 |
| Expert Level | $64,175 |
Employability
There are currently 168,100 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 177,900 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 6%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 6%
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