Roofer at Minnesota Roofing Jac

The Minnesota Roofing JAC sponsors a union roofer apprenticeship in St. Paul, Minnesota. Administered through a Joint Apprenticeship Committee representing roofing contractors and union partners statewide, this program provides aspiring roofers with a structured, paid training experience that combines real-world field work with formal technical education. Apprentices earn wages from day one, with regular increases tied to progress through the program.

This 3-year apprenticeship includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices are placed with participating roofing contractors, where they gain hands-on skills in installing and repairing roofing systems, applying waterproofing membranes and flashing, managing roof drainage, and following all jobsite safety requirements. Classroom instruction covers roofing materials, building codes, construction techniques, and occupational safety.

Graduates earn journeyman roofer credentials and union membership, providing access to collectively bargained wages and benefits. The Minnesota Roofing JAC program is a well-regarded pathway into a skilled trade career in the Twin Cities and across the state.