Construction Laborer vs Roofer
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Pay
Construction Laborer
$44,700 typical, a year
Most Construction Laborers earn $41,600 to $48,900 a year.
From 563 postings that list pay
2,557 open jobs now
Roofer
$55,100 typical, a year
Most Roofers earn $55,100 to $55,100 a year.
From 258 postings that list pay
289 open jobs now
Roofers typically earn about $10,400 more a year than Construction Laborers.
What each one does
Construction Laborer
- Clean and prepare construction sites by removing rubble and debris.
- Load, unload, and transport construction materials and equipment.
- Dig trenches and excavate areas using hand tools or equipment.
- Mix, pour, and spread concrete, asphalt, or other materials.
- Follow safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Assist skilled workers with various tasks on the job site.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Roofer
- Install, repair, and replace roofing systems on buildings.
- Inspect roofs to identify damage, leaks, or deterioration.
- Maintain clean and organized job sites throughout projects.
- Follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment.
- Work at heights and climb ladders to access roofs.
- Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Construction Laborer
More common in Construction Laborer postings
- PPE Usage 1 in 10 postings
- Heavy Equipment 1 in 10 postings
- Trencher Operation 1 in 10 postings
- Scaffolding 1 in 10 postings
- Material Handling 1 in 10 postings
- Excavators 1 in 10 postings
- Driving Record 1 in 15 postings
Roofer
More common in Roofer postings
- Roofing Almost all postings
- OSHA Regulations 7 in 10 postings
- Ladder Operation 7 in 10 postings
- Shingle Installation 5 in 10 postings
- Commercial Cleaning 2 in 10 postings
- OSHA Rigging Requirements 1 in 15 postings
- Elastomeric Roofing 1 in 15 postings
- Single-Ply Roof Membrane Installation 1 in 15 postings
- Drug Screen 1 in 20 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses and certifications
Construction Laborer
- Driver's License 4 in 10 postings
- CDL 2 in 10 postings
Roofer
- Driver's License 1 in 10 postings
Open jobs
Construction Laborer
- Pay not stated Texas, United States of AmericaExcavation
Roofer
Service Roofer
CentiMark CorporationPay not stated South Plainfield, NJDriver's LicenseRoofingPolyurethanesSingle-Ply Roof Membrane Installation
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