O*NET-SOC 47-3016.00

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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight.Core14926
Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials.Core14927
Locate worn or torn areas in roofs.Core14928
Clean work areas and equipment.Core14929
Maintain tools and equipment.Core14930
Cover roofs with layers of roofing felt or asphalt strips before installing tile, slate, or composition materials.Core14931
Remove old roofing materials.Core14932
Unload materials and tools from work trucks, and unroll roofing as directed.Core14933
Set ladders, scaffolds, and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs.Core14934
Place tiles, nail them to roof boards, and cover nailheads with roofing cement.Core14935
Provide assistance to skilled roofers installing and repairing roofs, flashings, and surfaces.Core14936
Attach roofing paper and composition shingles, using nails.Core14937
Perform emergency leak repairs and general maintenance for a variety of roof types.Core14938
Attach sheets of metal to roof boards or building frameworks when installing metal roofs.Core14939
Hoist tar and roofing materials to roofs, using ropes and pulleys, or carry materials up ladders.Core14940
Apply shingles, gravel, or asphalt over the top layer of tar to protect the roofing material.Core14941
Chop tar into small pieces, and heat chopped tar in kettles.Core14942
Clear drains and downspouts and clean gutters.Core14943

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 12 examples in 4 categories, 0 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Computer aided design CAD software

AppliCad Roof Wizard
DigiTools Roof CAD
Ziatek RoofDraw

Analytical or scientific software

Energy cost evaluation software
Exele TopView
Humidity and vapor drive calculation software
Roofing Calculator

Data base user interface and query software

Insight Direct ServiceCEO
Roof Pro Estimate Software Roof Pro
RoofLogic
Wintac Pro

Project management software

Maintenance record software

Detailed Work Activities

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Free · O*NET 30.3

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Locate equipment or materials in need of repair or replacement.
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Performing General Physical Activities

Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.
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Clean work sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Clean equipment or facilities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.
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Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.
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Load or unload materials used in construction or extraction.
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Spread sand, dirt or other loose materials onto surfaces.
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Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel.
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Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Handling and Moving Objects

Install roofing materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Assemble temporary equipment or structures.
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Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Maintain construction tools or equipment.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 15

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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