Roofer at Baltimore Area Roofers Jac
at Baltimore Area Roofers Jac in Baltimore, MD
About This Program
The Baltimore Area Roofers JAC offers a union roofer apprenticeship in Baltimore, Maryland. Administered through a Joint Apprenticeship Committee, this program is designed to train the next generation of skilled roofers through a structured combination of supervised field experience and formal technical instruction, with full employer and union support. Apprentices earn wages from their first day and advance through wage tiers as they gain hours and skills.
The program is 3 years in length and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training along with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices are placed with signatory roofing contractors in the Baltimore area, gaining hands-on experience in roofing system installation, waterproofing, flashing, repair work, and safety compliance. Classroom instruction reinforces practical work with content on roofing materials, codes, and safety regulations.
Graduates earn journeyman roofer status and union membership, positioning them for stable, skilled employment in Baltimore's active construction and commercial roofing market.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Maryland
Roofers in Maryland are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Maryland Home Improvement Commission.
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