Helpers--Roofers
SOC Code: 47-3016 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Help roofers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Helpers--Roofers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandusky, OH | $43,160 | $53,685 | $64,189 | $74,714 |
| Cleveland, OH | $42,286 | $50,045 | $57,824 | $65,582 |
| Youngstown-Warren, OH | $42,349 | $49,566 | $56,784 | $64,002 |
| Akron, OH | $42,349 | $49,566 | $56,784 | $64,002 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $46,134 | $51,542 | $56,950 | $62,358 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $47,403 | $52,374 | $57,366 | $62,338 |
| Modesto, CA | $45,490 | $50,898 | $56,326 | $61,734 |
| Bloomington, IL | $40,269 | $47,278 | $54,288 | $61,298 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $40,269 | $47,278 | $54,288 | $61,298 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $40,269 | $47,278 | $54,288 | $61,298 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Coordination | 3.2 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 2.9 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.8 | |
| Equipment Selection | 2.6 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction | 3.9 |
| Administration and Management | 3.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.4 |
| Transportation | 3.3 |
| Mechanical | 3.3 |
| Education and Training | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 43.4% |
| Less than high school | 32.7% |
| Other | 16.0% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 7.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight.
- Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials.
- Locate worn or torn areas in roofs.
- Clean work areas and equipment.
- Maintain tools and equipment.
- Cover roofs with layers of roofing felt or asphalt strips before installing tile, slate, or composition materials.
- Remove old roofing materials.
- Unload materials and tools from work trucks, and unroll roofing as directed.
Technology Skills
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