Roofer at Roofers 96 Duluth Iron Range Jac

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at Roofers 96 Duluth Iron Range Jac in Andover, MN

About This Program

Roofers 96 Duluth Iron Range JAC offers a union roofer apprenticeship administered from Andover, Minnesota, serving the Duluth and Iron Range regions. This Joint Apprenticeship Committee program is structured through union and employer collaboration, delivering consistent roofing trade training to apprentices in northeastern Minnesota. Apprentices earn wages from the start of the program, with increases as they advance through each training stage.

The program spans 3 years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on a range of commercial and residential roofing projects, learning to install roofing systems, apply waterproofing and flashing, manage drainage, and adhere to safety standards. Classroom instruction builds knowledge in roofing materials, building codes, slope systems, and occupational safety.

Graduates earn journeyman roofer credentials and union membership, opening doors to stable employment and collectively bargained wages across the Duluth and Iron Range construction market.

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.

How to Apply

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

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 Minnesota

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

View full Minnesotalicensing requirements →

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