Roofer at Chattanooga Roofing

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Chattanooga Roofing in Chattanooga, TN

About This Program

Chattanooga Roofing sponsors a registered Roofer apprenticeship in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid, structured training for individuals entering the roofing trade in the Chattanooga area. Apprentices begin earning wages from the start of training, making this a financially accessible path into a skilled construction trade.

The program runs three years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience installing and maintaining commercial and residential roofing systems, including waterproofing, flashing, insulation, and material application. Technical coursework covers roofing materials, building codes, trade math, safety standards, and OSHA regulations to build a complete foundation in the craft.

Graduates of the Chattanooga Roofing apprenticeship complete the program as journey-level roofers equipped for the full range of roofing work. Tennessee's growing construction sector and Chattanooga's active building market provide solid long-term employment prospects for qualified, experienced roofers entering the workforce.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$22

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

4,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

432

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

3 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration3 years
Starting wage$14.00/hr
Journeyman wage$22.34/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Tennessee

Roofers in Tennessee are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors.

View full Tennesseelicensing requirements →

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