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Updated March 14, 2024
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Example roofer requirements on a job description

Roofer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in roofer job postings.
Sample roofer requirements
  • Ability to work at heights
  • Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations
  • Ability to measure, cut and shape materials
  • Experience in installing, maintaining and repairing roofs
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy loads
Sample required roofer soft skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and accuracy

Roofer job description example 1

Western Construction roofer job description

Come work for America's Master Craftsmen in Restoration and Preservation! Western Specialty Contractors is currently looking for self-motivated, top notch individuals to help serve our customers as a Roofing Journeyman at our Peoria branch. If you are a self-motivated individual with great work ethic and the personality to help with customer satisfaction, then we would love to meet you!
Starting at $34.00/hour +Benefits!

Primary Purpose: Covers roofs with roofing materials, other than sheet metal, such as composition shingles or sheets, wood shingles, or asphalt and gravel, to waterproof roofs, in accordance with generally accepted standards of the craft.

Typical Duties:

Applies appropriate insulation, cuts roofing paper or sheet goods to size using a knife, and nails, staples, cements, or vulcanizes it to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials

Alines roofing material with edge of roof, and overlaps successive layers, gauging distance of overlap with chalkline, gauge on shingling hatchet, or by lines on shingles

Fastens composition shingles or sheets to roof, with asphalt, cement or nails. Punches holes in slate, tile, terra cotta, or wooden shingles, using punch and hammer

Cuts strips of flashing and fits them into angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces

When applying asphalt or tar and gravel to roof, mops or pours hot asphalt or tar onto roof base

Applies alternate layers of hot asphalt or tar and roofing paper until roof covering is as specified

Applies gravel or pebbles over top layer, using rake or stiff-bristled broom

May construct and attach prefabricated roof sections to rafters
May attach shingles to exterior walls and apply roofing paper and tar to shower pans, decks and promenade to waterproof surfaces

May be required to rig mobile and stationary scaffolding on structures in accordance with corporate guidelines.

Requirements

Workers should be able to: Make decisions based on measurable information

Use logical step-by-step procedures in work

Work with different materials using a variety of skills

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy

Physically, workers must be able to: see well (either naturally or with correction); Lift objects weighing 50 pounds or more; climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolds; Abilities to work at heights, at extreme temperatures, and to wear company's safety equipment are essential.
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Roofer job description example 2

Anchor Roofing Systems, Ltd roofer job description

Founded in 1981, Anchor Roofing Systems, located in Fort Worth's historical "Stockyard" district, is a premier provider of commercial roofing and architectural metal systems. Anchor Roofing Systems is seeking laborers and roofers for new construction, re-roof, and repair projects in and around the Fort Worth/Dallas metroplex. The majority of our workforce have been with us for over 20 years. If you are looking to establish a long-term career centered around development and growth as a trade professional, then this is the opportunity for you.

Job Responsibilites:

  • Helps to install, repair, and to restore commercial roofing projects as part of our team.
  • Working outside in a wide variety of weather conditions and meeting physical demands of the commercial roofing industry.


Work Hours & Benefits: This position requires full time employment. Work hours are specific to each project. Employees can expect 40-60 hours per week. Benefits include:

  • Health Insurance Packages
  • Accident & Disability Insurance
  • Company paid OSHA certification and or applicable certifications
  • Company provided personal protective safety equipment
  • Consistent and reliable year around work
  • Project specific transportation
  • Weekend and overtime work
  • Paid time off program


Roofer/Laborer Qualifications/Skills:

  • Laborer:
  • Entry level (no experience required)
  • Dependable
  • Trustworthy
  • Hard working
  • Roofer:
  • 5+ years installation experience with BUR, EPDM, PVC, TPO, Single Ply, coatings and other forms of low-slope roofing systems.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.


Pay Rate: Hourly rates ranging between $17.00 to $24.00 per hour. Pay rate is based on candidates experience in commercial roofing industry.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

  • High school GED or equivalent is preferred.
  • Formal education can be supplemented with on-the-job experience.


We are a Second Chance Employer. Candidates with criminal backgrounds are welcome to apply.

* Se habla Espanol.

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Roofer job description example 3

Simon Roofing roofer job description

  • Safety First Work environment.
  • $20.00 to $28.00 per hour depending on experience level(must be able to discuss experience level).
  • Bonuses for - Safety (UP TO $1,500) & Individual Performance bonuses
  • Paid travel time, $35 per day per diem, and paid hotel, when overnight stay is required.
  • TOP OF THE INDUSTRY: Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.
  • 401(k) Plan.
  • Established CAREER PATH & On the Job Training.
  • Plenty of overtime work available

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform work in accordance with safety guidelines and job specifications.
  • Restore, Removal, Repair, and replacement of various commercial roofing systems under the direction of a Foreman or Project Manager.
  • Knowledge of Commercial Roofing is preferred.
  • Ability to receive instruction and produce work accordingly.
  • Punctuality and consistent attendance are required.

Requirements

  • Two (2) years of roofing experience.
  • High School Diploma OR GED (REQUIRED).
  • Able and willing to get to and from the jobsites on a daily basis, on your own (REQUIRED).
  • Able and willing to travel out of town/state, when local work is not available, for 3 to 4 weeks at a time (REQUIRED).
  • Driver's License.
  • Willing to complete all pre-employment screening processes.
  • Willing to work in at varying heights and weather conditions.
  • Ability to work overtime when necessary.
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Working Conditions:

  • Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time on a regular basis throughout the day.
  • Must be able to frequently ascend/descend ladder up to 40 feet.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
  • Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.
  • Must be able to work in varied extreme weather condition (extreme hot and extreme cold weather).
  • Load and unload material and equipment from variant heights.
  • Load material and equipment from vehicles on and off the roof.
  • Lift heavy objects by hand or with a host and clean work area.
  • Shovel loose materials such as gravel, sand metal snow, or dirt.

Simon Roofing has over 120 years in the industry as a family-owned company. We are an industry leader in commercial roofing repair, restoration, and replacement. Visit us at www.simonroofing.com for more information.

Simon Roofing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by the Federal or State law or local ordinance.

FL License Number: CCC048202

I certify the information I have provided in this Employment Application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, if hired, discovery of any false information provided or any relevant information omitted (no matter when discovered) may result in the immediate termination of my employment. I authorize Simon Roofing and Sheet Metal Corp. (the "Company") to make whatever inquiries it deems necessary or appropriate of any person or organization to verify any of the information I have provided in this application and to determine my qualifications and abilities. I hereby release the Company from any and all claims or action or causes of action arising out of the Company's lawful inquiries and/or its determination of my qualifications and abilities.

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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