Roofer at Advanced Roofing, Inc.
at Advanced Roofing, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, FL
About This Program
Advanced Roofing, Inc. sponsors a registered Roofer Apprenticeship in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid, structured training for individuals seeking a skilled career in the roofing industry with one of South Florida's recognized commercial roofing contractors.
The program is three years in length and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced roofers on commercial and industrial projects, learning to install and service built-up, single-ply, and other roofing systems. Classroom instruction addresses roofing materials, safety procedures, waterproofing applications, and local building code requirements.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level roofers equipped to handle complex roofing assignments independently. South Florida's dense commercial real estate market and consistent demand for roof maintenance, replacement, and hurricane-resistant systems create solid long-term employment opportunities for qualified roofers.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$22
OJT Hours
4,000
RTI Hours
432
Duration
3 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Roofer Career Outlook
National Median
$22.34/hr
~$46,467.2/yr
Apprentice Start
$14/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Roofer employment is projected to grow, driven by ongoing roof replacement needs and new construction. Severe weather events and aging building stock create consistent demand for roof repair and replacement. Commercial roofing, particularly energy-efficient and green roof systems, is a growing specialization.
What to Expect as a Roofer Apprentice
Duration
3 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~27 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (4,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
432 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Florida
Roofers in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation – Construction Industry Licensing Board.
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