Roofer at Kentuckiana Roofing Cont Jac
at Kentuckiana Roofing Cont Jac in Louisville, KY
About This Program
The Kentuckiana Roofing Contractors JAC offers a union roofer apprenticeship program in Louisville, Kentucky. Administered through a Joint Apprenticeship Committee serving the greater Louisville and southern Indiana region, this program trains apprentices to professional standards through a combination of supervised field work and structured classroom instruction. Apprentices are paid throughout training, with wages that reflect their growing skill level.
The program runs for 3 years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training along with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Working on real roofing projects under experienced journeymen, apprentices develop competencies in roofing system installation, roof repair, waterproofing, flashing, and jobsite safety. Technical instruction covers roofing materials, low-slope and steep-slope systems, building codes, and workplace hazard awareness.
Successful graduates earn journeyman roofer status and union credentials recognized across the Kentuckiana region. This apprenticeship is an excellent starting point for a skilled trade career with long-term stability and strong earning potential in the roofing industry.
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 Kentucky
Roofers in Kentucky are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.
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