Rake
A rake is both a basic roofing tool and an important part of roof design. In roofing job descriptions, it can refer to either the sloped edge of a roof (called a rake edge) or the process of cleaning and preparing roofing materials using a roofing rake tool. Roofing rakes are specialized tools different from garden rakes - they're designed for removing old shingles, cleaning debris, and smoothing materials on a roof. When candidates mention rake work in their resumes, they might be talking about installing rake edges (the trim along sloped roof edges) or using roofing rakes during installation or maintenance work.
Examples in Resumes
Installed rake edges on over 200 residential roofs
Experienced in rake board installation and maintenance
Supervised rake trim installations on commercial properties
Typical job title: "Roofers"
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Example Interview Questions
Senior Level Questions
Q: How do you ensure proper rake edge installation on different roof types?
Expected Answer: A senior roofer should explain the process of measuring, cutting, and installing rake edges for different roof pitches, discussing water management and proper overlap techniques.
Q: What safety procedures do you implement when working on steep rake edges?
Expected Answer: Should describe comprehensive safety measures including proper harness use, tool securing methods, and team coordination for working on steep edges.
Mid Level Questions
Q: What materials do you commonly use for rake edge installation?
Expected Answer: Should be able to list common materials like drip edge, fascia board, and various metals, explaining when each is most appropriate.
Q: How do you handle rake edge repairs on an existing roof?
Expected Answer: Should explain the process of identifying damage, removing old materials, and properly installing new rake edges without damaging the existing roof.
Junior Level Questions
Q: What is a rake edge and why is it important?
Expected Answer: Should be able to explain that a rake edge is the sloped edge of the roof and describe its basic function in protecting the roof edge and directing water.
Q: What basic tools do you use for rake work?
Expected Answer: Should identify basic tools like roofing rakes, hammers, tin snips, and measuring tape, explaining their basic uses.
Experience Level Indicators
Junior (0-2 years)
- Basic tool handling
- Understanding of roof components
- Simple rake edge installation
- Basic safety procedures
Mid (2-5 years)
- Complex rake edge installation
- Material selection and estimation
- Repair and maintenance work
- Team coordination
Senior (5+ years)
- Project supervision
- Quality control
- Complex installation planning
- Team training and management
Red Flags to Watch For
- No knowledge of basic roof safety procedures
- Inability to identify different types of rake edges
- Lack of experience with proper tool handling
- No understanding of water management principles
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