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ROOFER

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ROOFER
Class Code: 623E
Category: Maintenance Trades & Labor


Definition

Perform skilled installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of roofing.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Positions in this class perform a variety of journey-level duties in skilled roofing and related work.

Typical Work

Check roof areas, roof drains and gutters to determine serviceability and repair needs; clean debris as required; locate and repair roof and related leaks;

Prepare sub-roofing by removing old surfaces and repairing base for new material;

Install flashings for vent pipes, ducts, fans, air-conditioners and other machines or structures installed on roofs;

Inspect application of new roofs by contractors;

Install or repair all types of roofing including asphalt, composition, corrugated metal, slate, tile, etc.;

Operate a variety of power and hand tools including power hoists;

Estimate materials and time required for completion of jobs and projects;

Maintain power and hand tools as required; may lead and instruct helpers as required;

May perform work in other trades;

Perform related duties as required.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

Desirable Qualifications

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a roofer

OR

Full journey status as a roofer in a union;

OR

Four years' applicable work experience.  Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. 

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required.

Class Specification History

New class adopted January 3, 1973.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 5440); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.

Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.