# Roofer jobs and career guide

Category: Construction & Carpentry
Page: https://toolupjobs.com/trades/roofer/
Also called: roofing installer, commercial roofer, roofing laborer, metal roofer

Roofers install and repair shingle, metal, tile and commercial membrane roofs.

## Typical US pay
$36k–$75k per year (approximate, entry level to experienced).

## What they do
- Tear off and replace residential roofs
- Install TPO, EPDM and modified bitumen membranes
- Install flashing, underlayment and ventilation
- Work safely at heights with fall protection

## Key skills
- Shingle installation
- Membrane roofing
- Metal roofing
- Fall protection
- Flashing

## Training
On-the-job training or 3-year Roofers union apprenticeship.

## Licensing & certifications
Some states license roofing contractors.

## Open jobs (0)
None posted right now.