ROOFER

Tools that a roofer needs.

Chisels Saw Blades Clamps Drills Bits

Fastener drive Hand saws

Marking tools Snips

Basic Job Description:

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

5) Cement or nail flashing-strips of metal or shingle over joints to make them watertight.

1) Align roofing materials with edges of roofs.

Job Duties and Tasks for: "Roofer“

2) Apply alternate layers of hot asphalt

3) Apply gravel or pebbles over top layers of roofs, using rakes or stiff-bristled brooms.

4) Apply plastic coatings fiberglass, or felt over sloped roofs before applying shingles.

Skills Needed for: "Roofer“

1) Equipment Selection -- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

2) Operation and Control -- Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

3) Coordination -- Adjusting actions i n relation to others' actions.

4) Installation -- Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications

Abilities Needed for: "Roofer“

1) Gross Body Equilibrium -- The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.

2) Static Strength -- The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

3) Stamina -- The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.

4) Extent Flexibility -- The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.

5) Explosive Strength -- The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.

6) Manual Dexterity -- The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Knowledge, Experience, Education Required for: "Roofer“

Building and Construction -- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Mechanical -- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.