About This Program
CSR Roofing sponsors a registered Roofer Apprenticeship in Oak Park, IL. This non-union, employer-based program provides a paid training pathway into the roofing trade for individuals in the Chicago suburbs who want to build professional skills through structured, hands-on work experience.
The three-year apprenticeship consists of 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on roofing projects in Oak Park and the surrounding area, learning to install and repair various roofing systems including shingles, flat roofing materials, and flashing components. Technical instruction covers roofing safety, material selection, installation best practices, and applicable building codes.
Graduates earn journey-level status upon completion and are prepared to work independently on residential and commercial roofing projects. Oak Park's established housing stock and proximity to Chicago's active construction market provide a range of employment opportunities for skilled roofing professionals.
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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