Roofer at Aldrete Roofing and Construction
at Aldrete Roofing and Construction in El Paso, TX
About This Program
Aldrete Roofing and Construction offers a registered Roofer apprenticeship in El Paso, Texas. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid training for individuals entering the roofing and construction trade in the El Paso area. Apprentices earn wages throughout the three-year program while building the skills needed for a full career in roofing.
The apprenticeship is structured around 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Working under the supervision of experienced roofers, apprentices learn commercial and residential roofing installation, waterproofing, flashing, insulation, and the proper use of tools and equipment. Classroom instruction covers roofing systems, materials, building codes, safety practices, and OSHA standards.
Graduates complete the program qualified to work as journey-level roofers on a wide range of roofing and construction projects. El Paso's construction market continues to grow, and Aldrete Roofing and Construction's apprenticeship provides a direct pathway to stable, skilled employment in the region's building trades.
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.
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