Roofer at Roofers JATC Of Wny Lu #74
at Roofers JATC Of Wny Lu #74 in West Seneca, NY
About This Program
Roofers JATC of WNY LU #74 sponsors this union Roofer Apprenticeship in West Seneca, NY. Based in the Buffalo metropolitan area, this registered JATC program provides paid training for individuals entering the roofing trade in western New York, with the support and structure of a long-standing union apprenticeship committee.
The program runs for three years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on a variety of roofing projects, developing skills in commercial and residential roof installation, waterproofing, and repair. Technical instruction covers roofing systems and materials, safety standards, moisture management, and the tools and techniques used by professional roofers in the region.
Completion of the program earns apprentices journeyman roofer status within LU #74. Union membership provides negotiated wages, health benefits, and pension contributions, giving graduates a strong and stable foundation for a career in the western New York construction 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.
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