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Helpers--Roofers

Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed

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

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $44,160/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$30,140$62,400

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +5.7% projected growth, 20242034 — faster than average.

About 600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills
CoordinationMonitoringActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSpeakingQuality Control AnalysisJudgment and Decision MakingEquipment MaintenanceService OrientationComplex Problem Solving
Top knowledge areas
Building and ConstructionAdministration and ManagementCustomer and Personal ServicePublic Safety and SecurityMathematicsTransportationMechanicalEducation and Training
Core tasks

Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight.

Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials.

Locate worn or torn areas in roofs.

Clean work areas and equipment.

Maintain tools and equipment.

Cover roofs with layers of roofing felt or asphalt strips before installing tile, slate, or composition materials.

Remove old roofing materials.

Unload materials and tools from work trucks, and unroll roofing as directed.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Helpers--Roofers?

The median pay for Helpers--Roofers is $44,160 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Helpers--Roofers?

Employment for Helpers--Roofers is projected to change +5.7% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.

What education is typically required for Helpers--Roofers?

Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.

How many job openings are there each year for Helpers--Roofers?

About 600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.