Roofers
Roofs have been an architectural staple for thousands of years, but the technology to build them continues to evolve to meet modern challenges. Today’s roofers replace, repair and install shingles, asphalt, metal and other materials to make commercial and residential roofs waterproof. They may also install green technology rooftop applications, like rainwater harvesting systems and solar tiles.
$35.52/hr
Journeyperson hourly rate.
$58.90/hr total
Benefits are above & beyond hourly wage!
Featuring premium health insurance and pension.
$33,500
Entry Level Salary
$42,322
Average Salary
$45,122
Experienced Salary
Skills Needed
- Math
- manual dexterity
- physical stamina
- communication
- foot coordination
- comfortable with heights
- detail-oriented
Relevant Classes
- General math
- geometry
- technology
- drafting
- mechanical drawing
- communication
- shop
Education & Training
- 4-year apprentice program
- 4,800 hours of on-the-job training
- 480 classroom hours
Work Conditions
- Outdoors
- varying weather
- physically demanding
- new and existing construction
- working from heights