How to hire a roofing technician

How to hire a roofing technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step roofing technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a roofing technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new roofing technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The roofing technician hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect roofing technician also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of roofing technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Roofing Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Roofing Technician	General maintenance and repair workers fix and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. They paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air-conditioning and heating systems.	$12-17
   Utility Worker	A utility worker is an entry-level position who is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of company premises and equipment. Utility workers take verbal and written instructions from managers and maintenance officers about the assigned work areas inside and outside of the property... Show more	$11-18
   Handyman	A handyman can perform various repair and maintenance tasks involving electricity, carpentry, plumbing, and even appliance installation. Most handymen work independently, but they can also choose to be part of a company... Show more	$15-29

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Roofing
   • Hand Tools
   • Ladders
   • OSHA
   • BUR
   • EPDM
   • PVC
   • TPO
   • Asphalt
   • Roof Systems
   • Roof Repairs
   • Shingles
   • Fall Protection
   • General Maintenance

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   Responsibilities:

   • Set jobs up according to OSHA guidelines.
   • Adhere to and follow all safety requirements as given by OSHA.
   • Compose written reports of data collect from patient evaluation and present to department chief for thorough analysis of patient diagnosis.
   • Apply gravel or pebbles over top layers of roofs, using rakes or stiff-bristle brooms.

   More roofing technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your roofing technician job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A roofing technician salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a roofing technician in South Dakota may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level roofing technician usually earns less than a senior-level roofing technician. Additionally, a roofing technician with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average roofing technician salary

   $15.60hourly

   $32,457 yearly

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   Entry-level roofing technician salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average roofing technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Massachusetts	$36,678	$18
   2	Minnesota	$36,576	$18
   3	Connecticut	$36,331	$17
   4	Washington	$35,822	$17
   5	Kansas	$35,661	$17
   6	New York	$35,380	$17
   7	Illinois	$34,936	$17
   8	Wisconsin	$34,683	$17
   9	Maryland	$34,121	$16
   10	Iowa	$33,805	$16
   11	Ohio	$33,755	$16
   12	Colorado	$33,424	$16
   13	Pennsylvania	$33,238	$16
   14	Oregon	$33,161	$16
   15	Wyoming	$32,889	$16
   16	Indiana	$32,601	$16
   17	Utah	$32,581	$16
   18	Virginia	$32,555	$16
   19	Missouri	$32,416	$16
   20	North Carolina	$32,391	$16

   Average roofing technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	University of Wisconsin System	$38,438	$18.48	1
   2	GPAC	$33,353	$16.04
   3	Tremco Incorporated	$33,112	$15.92
   4	Fisher Construction Group	$32,940	$15.84
   5	PetersenDean	$32,322	$15.54
   6	Roberts Roofing & Siding Inc	$31,429	$15.11
   7	CB Richard Ellis Memphis LLC	$31,428	$15.11
   8	CBRE Group	$31,349	$15.07	185
   9	REI	$31,035	$14.92
   10	Albuquerque Academy	$27,607	$13.27	1

4. Writing a roofing technician job description

   A good roofing technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a roofing technician job description:

   Roofing technician job description example

   • Knowledge of hand-held power tools.
   • Experience in PV installations, roof work, general construction, or carpentry - preferred.
   • Basic understanding/experience with electrical wiring of AC and DC systems - preferred.
   • Solar installation experience - preferred
   • Comfortable with heights - required
   • Able to lift at least 50 pounds
   • A valid, clean driver's license - required

   Full time work 40+ hours, overtime pay for over 40 hours in 1 week.

   This is a full-time, benefits-eligible role.

   $20.00 - $30.00 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

   About Venture Solar:

   Venture Solar takes an employee and customer-first approach with the goal of providing the best experience possible in the Solar industry! Venture Solar is a residential and commercial solar provider that services customers in NJ, NY, CT, MA, NH, RI, NH, PA, and DE. Our mission is to help our customers take control of their energy costs by switching to cheaper, cleaner solar power with no upfront cost and immediate savings.

   Venture Solar was founded in 2015 by Alex Yackery and Alex Giles who are actively involved in the business and take a hands-on approach to training everyone who joins the team

   Venture Solar is recognized on the Inc 5000 as the 497th fastest growing company in the country. At Venture Solar, we believe when your talents are aligned with your work and you’re passionate about the difference you make, you don’t work a day in your life. A Venture Solar career is a journey that starts with a positive, productive, and engaging workplace where team members are valued and respected.

   If you're interested in an opportunity to join our team in a growing organization, apply to one of our open positions today!

   The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions, nature, and level of work to be performed as of the document preparation date; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Venture Solar reserves the right to modify this job description at any time, without notice. Venture Solar is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find roofing technicians for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any roofing technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level roofing technicians with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your roofing technician job on Zippia to find and recruit roofing technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting roofing technicians requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new roofing technician

   Once you've selected the best roofing technician candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new roofing technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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