Roofer at Renaissance Roofing, Inc
at Renaissance Roofing, Inc in Belvidere, IL
About This Program
Renaissance Roofing, Inc. sponsors a registered Roofer Apprenticeship in Belvidere, IL. This non-union, employer-based program offers a paid, structured training experience for individuals in Northern Illinois who want to pursue a skilled career in the roofing trade with a local contractor.
The three-year apprenticeship is built around 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced roofers on residential and commercial projects, developing skills in installing shingles, flat roofing systems, metal roofing, flashing, and waterproofing materials. Classroom instruction covers roofing safety, building codes, material properties, and proper installation procedures.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level roofers equipped to handle the full range of roofing work independently. The Northern Illinois region's residential development and commercial building activity provide a steady employment base for skilled roofers who complete this apprenticeship.
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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