Career fit quiz

Is Roofer the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the roofer career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the roofer job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I’m comfortable working on rooftops and ladders
Statement 2 of 8I like hard physical work outdoors
Statement 3 of 8I don’t mind heat and changing weather
Statement 4 of 8I want to start earning right away
Statement 5 of 8I take safety rules seriously
Statement 6 of 8I like seeing a finished project at the end of the day
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 3–12 months on the job training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $55,440 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Roofers install and repair shingle, metal, tile and flat-roof systems on homes and commercial buildings, working at heights with strict fall protection.

  • Tear off old roofing and inspect the roof deck
  • Replace damaged sheathing and install underlayment
  • Install flashing around chimneys, vents and valleys
  • Lay shingles, metal panels, tile or membrane roofing
  • Seal seams and penetrations to prevent leaks

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