Roofer at Roofers Local 75 JATC Apprentice Program
at Roofers Local 75 JATC Apprentice Program in Dayton, OH
About This Program
Roofers Local 75 JATC Apprentice Program offers a union-affiliated registered apprenticeship for aspiring roofers in Dayton, Ohio. Administered through a Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, this three-year program blends field experience with classroom learning, and apprentices receive pay throughout their training.
The program includes 4,000 hours of supervised on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn roofing system installation, surface preparation, flashing and sealing techniques, waterproofing, insulation application, and job site safety. Technical coursework covers roofing materials, building codes, blueprint reading, and OSHA regulations to prepare apprentices for the full scope of the trade.
Upon completion, graduates achieve journeyman roofer status within the union. This credential opens doors to steady employment on commercial and industrial projects, with union membership providing access to collectively bargained wages, health coverage, and retirement benefits throughout a career in the 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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