Roofer at Roofers Local 20 Kansas City
at Roofers Local 20 Kansas City in Kansas City, MO
About This Program
Roofers Local 20 Kansas City sponsors this union JATC Roofer Apprenticeship in Kansas City, MO. This registered, paid apprenticeship is designed for individuals who want to enter the roofing trade through a structured, union-backed program that combines field experience with formal technical education.
Running for three years, the program includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install, maintain, and repair residential and commercial roofing systems, working with materials including asphalt shingles, single-ply membranes, modified bitumen, and built-up roofing. Classroom instruction covers roofing system design, waterproofing methods, OSHA safety standards, and blueprint interpretation.
Upon completion, apprentices earn journeyman status and are fully qualified to lead roofing work on job sites across the region. Union membership through Local 20 JATC comes with negotiated wages, health benefits, and retirement contributions, providing a strong foundation for a long career in the roofing trade.
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.
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.
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