Roofer at East & North Bay Roofers & Waterproofers JATC
at East & North Bay Roofers & Waterproofers JATC in Livermore, CA
About This Program
The East & North Bay Roofers & Waterproofers JATC sponsors a union Roofer apprenticeship based in Livermore, CA. This JATC program is affiliated with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers and provides union-backed training for the East Bay and North Bay regions of the San Francisco Bay Area. Apprentices earn wages throughout the three-year program, with pay increasing at each advancement level.
The apprenticeship includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on commercial, industrial, and residential roofing projects gaining experience with built-up roofing, modified bitumen systems, single-ply membranes, waterproofing, and steep-slope applications. Classroom instruction covers roofing materials, California building codes, jobsite safety, and waterproofing techniques specific to the Bay Area's climate conditions.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level roofers with full union membership. The Bay Area's robust construction market creates strong demand for skilled union roofers, and JATC membership provides access to prevailing wage jobs, health benefits, pension, and ongoing training opportunities.
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.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in California
Roofers in California are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by California Contractors State License Board.
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