Roofers Jobs Pay in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.46 – $34.61
Average Annual Pay
Range: $65,437 – $71,980
How much do Roofers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$28.08/hr
Range: $26.74 – $29.42
Annual Rate
$58,403
Range: $55,621 – $61,183
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.03/hr
Range: $31.46 – $34.61
Annual Rate
$68,709
Range: $65,437 – $71,980
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.98/hr
Range: $36.18 – $39.80
Annual Rate
$79,015
Range: $75,253 – $82,777
Roofers job description
Roofers professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors

