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Roofing Technician

Roofing Technician

Industry
🏗️Construction
Jobs per Year
1,553
Avg Houston Wage
$18

Career Overview

A roofing technician installs, repairs, and maintains residential or commercial roof systems to ensure they are well-maintained. They inspect roofs for damage, remove old materials, install new roofing (shingles, metal, membranes), and apply waterproof co

Working in this role allows you to see the immediate, tangible results of your work, providing a sense of pride in protecting homes and businesses. Many employers provide on-the-job training, making it easy to start without prior experience or a degree.

Requirements

Short-term training

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Work outside
Constant travel
Physical strength
Work at heights
Interact with people

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$18 - $18/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$25 - $30/hr
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