Roofer at Northeast Dist. Roofers/Waterproofers LU#9
at Northeast Dist. Roofers/Waterproofers LU#9 in Rocky Hill, CT
About This Program
Northeast Dist. Roofers/Waterproofers LU#9 offers a registered Roofer Apprenticeship in Rocky Hill, CT. This non-union program is designed to prepare apprentices for a skilled career in roofing and waterproofing, with paid training from the first day on the job.
The apprenticeship is structured as a three-year, time-based program consisting of 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install and maintain a range of roofing systems including single-ply, built-up, and modified bitumen roofing, as well as waterproofing applications. Classroom coursework addresses safety, roofing codes, material properties, and proper application techniques.
Graduates complete the program as qualified journey-level roofers and waterproofers, ready to perform skilled work across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. The combined expertise in roofing and waterproofing provides a broad skill set that is consistently in demand throughout Connecticut's construction market.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Connecticut
Roofers in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
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