Roofer at Inland Empire Roofers Waterproofers and Employers Apprenticeship Committee

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Inland Empire Roofers Waterproofers and Employers Apprenticeship Committee in Spokane, WA

About This Program

The Inland Empire Roofers, Waterproofers and Employers Apprenticeship Committee sponsors this registered Roofer Apprenticeship program in Spokane, WA. As a non-union, employer-sponsored program, it provides paid training opportunities for people entering the roofing and waterproofing trades in the Inland Northwest region. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program while building practical skills on real job sites.

The program runs for 3 years, combining 4,000 hours of on-the-job training with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain experience applying and repairing roofing systems such as shingles, single-ply membranes, and waterproofing materials. Classroom instruction addresses roofing theory, safety regulations, material properties, blueprint reading, and proper installation techniques.

Completing this apprenticeship prepares graduates to work as journey-level roofers and waterproofers. With strong regional construction activity and ongoing demand for weather-tight buildings, skilled roofers in the Spokane area are well-positioned for steady, rewarding employment in the construction trades.

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 Washington

Roofers in Washington are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Washington Department of Labor and Industries.

View full Washingtonlicensing requirements →

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