Roofer at Blue Sky Solar and Roofing
at Blue Sky Solar and Roofing in Aurora, CO
About This Program
Blue Sky Solar and Roofing sponsors a registered Roofer apprenticeship in Aurora, CO. This non-union, employer-sponsored program combines roofing and solar skills training, reflecting the growing integration of renewable energy systems into the residential and commercial roofing trade. Apprentices are paid throughout the three-year program, gaining practical experience and technical knowledge without taking on educational debt.
The apprenticeship includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn roofing system installation and repair, waterproofing, shingle and flat roof applications, and the fundamentals of solar panel installation and roof integration. Classroom instruction covers roofing materials, Colorado building codes, fall protection, solar system basics, and safe equipment handling.
Graduates complete the program qualified to work as journey-level roofers with additional exposure to solar installation — a skill set that is increasingly sought after across Colorado's construction and clean energy markets. Aurora's strong residential construction activity and the state's growing solar industry provide a favorable job market for completers.
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.
How to Apply
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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