Roofers

Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures.

Job Task

• Fastens composition shingles or sheets to roof with asphalt, cement, or nails.
• Cuts roofing paper to size and nails or staples paper to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials.
• Cleans and maintains equipment.
• Removes snow, water, or debris from roofs prior to applying roofing materials.
• Insulates, soundproofs, and seals buildings with foam, using spray gun, air compressor, and heater.
• Punches holes in slate, tile, terra cotta, or wooden shingles, using punch and hammer.
• Applies gravel or pebbles over top layer, using rake or stiff-bristled broom.
• Applies alternate layers of hot asphalt or tar and roofing paper until roof covering is completed as specified.
• Overlaps successive layers of roofing material, determining distance of overlap, using chalkline, gauge on shingling hatchet, or lines on shingles.
• Cuts strips of flashing and fits them into angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
• Mops or pours hot asphalt or tar onto roof base when applying asphalt or tar and gravel to roof.
• Aligns roofing material with edge of roof.

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