Slater Apprentice Career

*A job as a Slater Apprentice falls under the broader career category of Roofers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Roofers : Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures.


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Roofer Career

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Required Education



High School Diploma usually needed for this career