Roofer at Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal
at Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal in Indianapolis, IN
About This Program
Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal sponsors a roofer apprenticeship in Indianapolis, Indiana. This non-union, employer-based program offers individuals interested in the roofing trade a structured path to developing professional skills through paid, hands-on work experience combined with formal technical instruction. Apprentices begin earning wages on day one and continue to do so throughout the full length of the program.
The apprenticeship is 3 years long and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices at Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal gain direct field experience in roofing installation, sheet metal work, flashing, waterproofing, and safety practices. Classroom coursework supports field learning with instruction in roofing systems, materials, construction codes, and safe work methods.
Upon completion, apprentices achieve journeyman roofer status and are equipped for long-term careers in both roofing and sheet metal applications. Horning's combined roofing and sheet metal expertise gives apprentices exposure to a broader range of skills than many single-specialty programs.
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.
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