Skilled Trades & Construction · Mid-Level (3+ yrs)

Roofer Resume

This sample shows how a roofer can describe installation, repairs, and safe work on residential jobs. A strong resume names the roofing materials, tools, and access equipment you have used, along with the tasks you handled and any relevant training.

Summary

Roofer with four years of experience on residential repair and replacement jobs. Installs asphalt shingles, underlayment, and flashing, and uses ladders, harnesses, and pneumatic nailers safely. Holds current working-at-heights training and works steadily with a small crew to complete assigned sections.

Experience

Roofer at Northline Roof Works (2022 – Present) - Installed shingles, underlayment, and flashing on 2–3 residential roofs per week with a four-person crew. - Repaired leaks around valleys and vents, helping reduce repeat visits on completed jobs. - Set up ladders and fall protection and kept tools and debris clear of walkways. Roofing Labourer at Cedar Ridge Building Services (2020 – 2022) - Removed shingles and underlayment from 1–2 houses per year and sorted debris for disposal. - Loaded materials and staged bundles near work areas, reducing time crews spent fetching supplies.

Education

Secondary School Certificate — Lakeside Community School (2020)

Skills

Roof installation
Shingle replacement
Underlayment
Flashing repair
Leak repair
Fall protection
Working at heights
Pneumatic nailer
Ladder safety
Material handling

Training

• Working-at-heights training • Fall protection training • First aid and CPR course

Equipment

• Ladders and roof brackets • Safety harness and lifeline • Pneumatic nailer and circular saw

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Action verbs

InstalledRepairedRemovedSealedMeasuredSecuredLoaded

How to write a Roofer resume

Lead with roofing tasks

Put your recent roofing work near the top, then name the materials and tasks you know: shingles, underlayment, flashing, leak repairs, or membrane work. Say whether you worked on repairs or full replacements. If you have only helped a crew, describe the parts you handled clearly without claiming to have led the job.

Describe safe work clearly

List current working-at-heights or fall-protection training in a separate section, using the certificate name used where you live. Mention practical habits such as securing ladders, using a harness, and keeping the roof area clear. Avoid claiming a perfect safety record; say what precautions you followed and what equipment you used.

Make project work easy to follow

Show each contractor or project with honest dates, even if a job lasted only a season. Add a short note such as seasonal contract if it helps explain the dates. For informal work with a family member or small crew, label it accurately and describe the roofing tasks, tools, and supervision.

Use modest, useful details

Include realistic details such as roofs completed per week, leak repairs handled, or materials moved when you can explain the number. If you do not track totals, describe the work instead. Name tools and access equipment you have actually used, and leave out unrelated duties, personal details, and unsupported claims.

Questions about this role

How long should a roofer resume be?

One page is usually enough if you have a short work history. Include your recent roofing or construction work, relevant training, and the materials and equipment you know. If you have many years of varied experience, a second page can make sense, but keep entries focused on tasks that match the job.

How can I apply if I have no formal roofing job experience?

Include practical experience from helping a family member, doing paid odd jobs, or assisting a small crew, and label it honestly. Describe tasks you performed, such as carrying materials, removing shingles, or setting up ladders. Add related construction skills and any safety training; do not claim independent roofing work if you worked under supervision.

Which roofing certificates should I list?

List current training relevant to the work, such as fall protection, working at heights, first aid, or equipment operation, if you hold it. Names and requirements vary by country and employer, so use the certificate's correct local name and include its expiry date when applicable. Do not present expired training as current.

Should I include seasonal roofing jobs and gaps?

Yes. List seasonal, part-time, and short contract jobs with clear dates and a brief description of the work. Roofing can be seasonal or project based, so short entries are understandable. If there is a gap, you can explain it briefly if it helps, but you do not need to add personal details.