Occupation · SOC 47-3016
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.
Median wage
$40,590
$27,780–$55,310
Projected growth
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Annual openings
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per year
Employed (US)
5,170
Job Zone 2
Typical preparation
Some preparation
Stackable credential programs
0 mapped
Core skills
CoordinationMonitoringActive ListeningSpeakingQuality Control AnalysisCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingEquipment MaintenanceTime ManagementSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationEquipment SelectionComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningTroubleshootingReading ComprehensionOperations MonitoringInstructingWritingSystems AnalysisRepairingMathematicsManagement of Personnel ResourcesLearning StrategiesSystems EvaluationNegotiationPersuasionOperation and ControlManagement of Material ResourcesInstallationTechnology DesignManagement of Financial ResourcesProgrammingScienceOperations Analysis
Knowledge areas
Building and ConstructionAdministration and ManagementCustomer and Personal ServicePublic Safety and SecurityMathematicsTransportationMechanicalEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageMedicine and DentistryPersonnel and Human ResourcesDesignSales and MarketingChemistryPhysicsPsychologyProduction and ProcessingForeign LanguageTelecommunicationsAdministrativeEconomics and AccountingEngineering and TechnologySociology and AnthropologyPhilosophy and TheologyTherapy and CounselingLaw and GovernmentGeographyCommunications and MediaBiologyComputers and ElectronicsFine ArtsHistory and ArcheologyFood Production
Technology & tools
AppliCad Roof WizardDigiTools Roof CADEnergy cost evaluation softwareExele TopViewHumidity and vapor drive calculation softwareInsight Direct ServiceCEOMaintenance record softwareRoof Pro Estimate Software Roof ProRoofLogicRoofing CalculatorWintac ProZiatek RoofDraw
Representative tasks
Getting InformationMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesThinking CreativelyTraining and Teaching OthersUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersOperating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentCommunicating with People Outside the OrganizationDeveloping and Building TeamsPerforming General Physical ActivitiesCoaching and Developing OthersResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersProviding Consultation and Advice to OthersAssisting and Caring for OthersDeveloping Objectives and StrategiesOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkScheduling Work and ActivitiesRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsDrafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and EquipmentRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentInterpreting the Meaning of Information for OthersGuiding, Directing, and Motivating SubordinatesAnalyzing Data or InformationHandling and Moving ObjectsJudging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or PeopleEstimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or InformationEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsPerforming Administrative ActivitiesMonitoring and Controlling ResourcesPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicProcessing InformationControlling Machines and ProcessesDocumenting/Recording InformationWorking with ComputersStaffing Organizational Units
Competency framework
Skill expectations by proficiency level.
emerging
Roofing materials and hand tools — unload and organize from work trucks under direct supervision at a residential job site.Roof surface debris and loose material — sweep and clear using brooms and blowers as directed by a lead roofer.Old shingles and worn roofing layers — remove using pry bars and scrapers following step-by-step instruction on a low-slope roof.Roofing felt rolls and asphalt strips — unroll and position across a prepared roof deck under close journeyman guidance.Basic hand tools including hammers and utility knives — clean and return to designated storage at the end of each shift.Worn, torn, or blistered roof sections — identify and flag for supervisor review during a guided inspection walkthrough.Verbal safety briefings and site instructions — listen actively and confirm understanding before beginning assigned roofing tasks.Personal protective equipment including harnesses and hard hats — don and inspect daily according to site safety protocols.Roofing materials such as tiles, slates, and composition strips — carry and stage at the work area as directed by lead crew members.Simple arithmetic measurements for material quantities — apply under supervision to assist with basic material count and layout on a residential roof.
developing
Roof surfaces after material installation — inspect systematically for gaps, exposed fasteners, or potential leak points with minimal oversight.Sweep-and-prep procedures for varied roof substrates — execute independently to ready surfaces for felt underlayment or new shingles.Worn and deteriorated roofing sections across a full residential structure — locate and document using standard condition-assessment checklists.Roofing felt and asphalt underlayment layers — apply in correct sequence and overlap patterns on moderately complex roof geometries.Power tools including nail guns and grinders — maintain, inspect, and perform minor adjustments between tasks on active job sites.Old roofing materials including tiles and flashings — remove efficiently while sorting salvageable items and disposing of waste per site procedures.Material deliveries and tool inventories — coordinate unloading and staging to keep crew workflow uninterrupted throughout the workday.Crew task progress and site conditions — monitor throughout the shift and report developing hazards or scheduling delays to the foreman.Body positioning and balance techniques — apply consistently when working on steep-slope roofs to maintain gross body equilibrium and reduce fall risk.Job site clean-up routines at shift end — complete without prompting, ensuring tools, materials, and waste are properly handled per company standards.
proficient
Completed roof assemblies including flashings, valleys, and penetrations — evaluate for watertightness using water tests and visual inspection without supervisor direction.Multi-layer roofing systems on complex residential and light commercial structures — install underlayment, tile, and composition materials autonomously to manufacturer specifications.Deteriorated or structurally compromised roof areas — diagnose root causes and recommend appropriate repair approaches to project managers.Full tear-off operations on large-scale re-roofing projects — lead material removal sequences that minimize structural exposure time and weather risk.Tool and equipment maintenance schedules — manage across an entire crew's inventory, resolving mechanical issues and arranging replacements proactively.Material staging and logistics plans — develop and execute to ensure continuous workflow across multiple active roof sections simultaneously.Safety and fall-protection systems on varied roof pitches — assess, configure, and enforce for the full crew throughout all project phases.Roofing project dimensions and material takeoffs — calculate with precision using spatial visualization to reduce waste and control material costs.Non-routine installation challenges such as irregular roof angles or mixed material transitions — resolve independently using construction knowledge and prior experience.New helper orientation to site procedures and physical techniques — conduct hands-on guidance sessions that accelerate safe task performance in the field.
advanced
Crew productivity and quality standards across multiple concurrent roofing projects — set measurable benchmarks and hold teams accountable through regular field audits.Watertightness inspection protocols and acceptance criteria — develop and standardize for the organization to ensure consistent quality across all completed jobs.Site safety culture and fall-protection compliance — champion at the organizational level by authoring procedures, leading training, and enforcing accountability.Emerging roofing materials, methods, and building codes — evaluate and integrate into company practice to maintain competitive and compliant service offerings.Helper and developing roofer skill progression — design structured on-the-job training pathways that systematically build competency from entry through journeyman level.Project scheduling, material procurement, and subcontractor coordination — oversee across a portfolio of jobs to deliver on time and within budget.Customer and stakeholder communication regarding roofing scope, timelines, and warranty expectations — manage at the account level to protect company reputation.Incident investigations and near-miss analyses — lead root-cause reviews and implement corrective actions that reduce risk organization-wide.Equipment fleet condition and capital replacement planning — direct maintenance strategy and procurement decisions to sustain crew operational readiness.Company-wide performance metrics including labor efficiency, material waste, and rework rates — analyze using available project data and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Also known as
13 alternate job titles map to this occupation.
Commercial Roofing HelperCommercial Roofing LaborerHot Tar Roofer HelperIndustrial Roofer HelperResidential Roofer HelperRoofer ApprenticeRoofer AssistantRoofer HelperRoofing HelperRooftop LoaderShingles Roofer HelperSlate Roofer HelperTerra Cotta Roofer Helper