Roofer at Chicagoland Roofers' Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee
at Chicagoland Roofers' Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee in Indian Head Park, IL
About This Program
The Chicagoland Roofers' Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee offers a registered Roofer Apprenticeship in Indian Head Park, IL. This JATC-structured program serves the greater Chicago area, providing apprentices with comprehensive, paid training in the roofing trade under the guidance of experienced professionals.
The three-year program includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices train on a range of commercial, industrial, and residential roofing systems, including built-up roofing, single-ply membranes, modified bitumen, and waterproofing systems. Classroom instruction addresses roofing codes, safety, material applications, and trade mathematics, preparing apprentices for the full scope of roofing work in the Chicago metro market.
Graduates achieve journey-level status upon completing the program, positioning them for skilled employment across one of the nation's largest and most active construction markets. The Chicago area's extensive commercial real estate and infrastructure base ensures ongoing demand for qualified roofers.
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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