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  1. Occupations
  2. Helpers--Roofers

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.

SOC: 47-3016.00

Common Job Titles

  • Roofer Helper

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Helpers--Roofers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

5,170

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $27,780. 25th percentile: U.S. $34,800. 50th percentile: U.S. $40,590. 75th percentile: U.S. $47,570. 90th percentile: U.S. $55,310. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$27,780
10% of workers earn the following or more$55,310
Workers on average earn$42,070

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Building and Construction3.9/5
  • Administration and Management3.6/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.5/5
  • Public Safety and Security3.4/5
  • Mathematics3.4/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

Technology Skills

  • AppliCad Roof Wizard
  • DigiTools Roof CAD
  • Energy cost evaluation software
  • Exele TopView
  • Humidity and vapor drive calculation software
  • Insight Direct ServiceCEO
  • Maintenance record software
  • Roof Pro Estimate Software Roof Pro
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • A-frame hoists
  • Adhesive spreaders
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Air compressors
  • Asphalt spreaders
  • Aviation snips
  • Axes
  • Backpack blowers
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Roofers 47-2181.00
  • Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons 47-3014.00
  • Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters 47-3015.00
  • Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters 47-3011.00
  • Helpers--Carpenters 47-3012.00

Moderately Similar

  • Plasterers and Stucco Masons 47-2161.00
  • Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall 47-2131.00
  • Helpers--Electricians 47-3013.00
  • Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers 47-2081.00
  • Carpenters 47-2031.00

Related

  • Painters, Construction and Maintenance 47-2141.00
  • Insulation Workers, Mechanical 47-2132.00
  • Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 49-9098.00
  • Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers 47-2051.00
  • Structural Iron and Steel Workers 47-2221.00
  • Helpers--Extraction Workers 47-5081.00
  • Construction Laborers 47-2061.00
  • Terrazzo Workers and Finishers 47-2053.00
  • Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles 47-2042.00
  • Tile and Stone Setters 47-2044.00

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