Helpers--Roofers
Construction and Extraction
Helps a roofing crew by unloading materials from trucks, sweeping roofs, and tearing off worn or torn roofing. Covering roofs with felt or asphalt strips, handing tools, and checking finished work for leaks fills much of the day. Tools and equipment need regular cleaning and upkeep. Most of the time is spent on rooftops and around work trucks, with lifting and close coordination with the crew. The work fits people who like outdoor, physical tasks and following clear directions as part of a team.
Typical education: High School Diploma or GED
Annual Median Wage in Field (2025)
$44'160
Median Wage Market Position
$44'160
What you might do
- Cover roofs with felt or asphalt strips
- Tear off old roofing so new layers can go on
- Sweep roofs clean before new materials go down
- Find worn or torn spots on roofs
- Unload materials and unroll roofing as directed
- Check finished roofs so water cannot get through
Skills that matter
- Checking that finished roofs are watertight
- Spotting worn or torn roof areas
- Sweeping roofs before new materials
- Tearing off old roofing
- Laying felt or asphalt strips
- Keeping roofing tools in working order
AI & the future of this role
Lifting shingles, securing tarps, and clearing debris on roofs demand balance, weather tolerance, and teamwork that automation rarely matches. Planning software may help crews organize loads, yet material handling at height is likely to remain a human role.
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