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Roofer EFZ

Cover, seal and maintain roofs.

About this profession

Cover, seal and maintain roofs. Over 3 years you learn this profession in a host company, at the vocational school and in inter-company courses. At the end you receive a nationally recognised Federal VET Diploma (EFZ).

Day-to-day responsibilities

  • ›Cover roofs with tiles, slate
  • ›Install waterproofing and insulation
  • ›Perform repair and maintenance work
  • ›Erect scaffolding, follow safety rules

Skills you'll need

Comfortable with heightsManual dexterityConscientiousTeam playerPhysically fit

A typical week as an apprentice

Host company

3 days/week — you learn the trade hands-on alongside experienced professionals.

Vocational school

1–2 days/week — general education plus job-specific theory.

Inter-company courses (üK)

Several blocks per year — practise core techniques together with other apprentices.

Where you'll work

Workshops, construction sites, industrial production halls — often working outdoors and on customer sites.

Entry requirements

  • Completed compulsory school (Sek A or B, depending on profession). Strong school report in relevant subjects helps.
  • A 'Schnupperlehre' (1–5 day taster) is the best way to find out if the profession suits you.

What you earn at the end

Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) — a nationally recognised qualification that opens doors to higher VET (HF), the vocational baccalaureate (BM) and universities of applied sciences.

Apprentice wage

Typical monthly gross wage (CHF). Actual wages vary by sector and region.

Year 1

CHF 700 – 900/ Mt.

Year 2

CHF 950 – 1’200/ Mt.

Year 3

CHF 1’300 – 1’700/ Mt.

Future-readiness

Score 3/5
SolidSolid
Demand trend3/5
Adaptability3/5
Automation risk3/5

Our take

Demand for skilled roofers remains stable, as maintenance and energy-efficient renovations are always necessary. Automation risk is low, adaptability remains key.

Sources

Early contract endings in this field

Across Construction & Trades apprenticeships, roughly 25–35% of contracts are ended early, compared with about 23% nationally. Most of those apprentices continue their training elsewhere.

Further education & career

  • Additional training as Plumber-Sanitarian EFZ
  • Federal VET Diploma advanced exam (BP) as Roofing Foreman
  • Higher Federal VET Diploma exam (HFP) as Master
  • Vocational Matura and University of Applied Sciences Architecture

Learn more

Official sources and further information about this profession.