Roofer at Bone Dry Roofing, Inc
at Bone Dry Roofing, Inc in Indianapolis, IN
About This Program
Bone Dry Roofing, Inc. sponsors a roofer apprenticeship program in Indianapolis, Indiana. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is designed to develop skilled roofers through a structured blend of practical field work and formal technical instruction. Apprentices are paid throughout the training period, allowing them to build a career while earning a steady income from the start.
The program lasts 3 years and involves 4,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside experienced roofers at Bone Dry Roofing, apprentices gain hands-on skills in roofing system installation, repair, maintenance, waterproofing, and jobsite safety. Classroom instruction covers roofing materials, slope systems, codes, and safety practices relevant to the trade.
Upon completing the program, apprentices earn journeyman roofer standing and are well-prepared for skilled roofing work in the Indianapolis market and beyond. Bone Dry Roofing's strong regional presence offers graduates meaningful employment opportunities in both residential and commercial roofing.
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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