Roofer at Sacramento Valley Roofers & Waterproofers JATC
at Sacramento Valley Roofers & Waterproofers JATC in Sacramento, CA
About This Program
The Sacramento Valley Roofers & Waterproofers JATC sponsors a union Roofer apprenticeship in Sacramento, CA. This JATC program is affiliated with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers and trains apprentices for commercial, institutional, and residential roofing careers in the greater Sacramento region. Apprentices are paid throughout the three-year program, with wages increasing as skills and tenure advance.
The apprenticeship includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on active construction sites installing and maintaining roofing systems including built-up roofing, modified bitumen, single-ply membranes, waterproofing systems, and metal roofing. Classroom instruction covers California building codes, material applications, jobsite safety, fall protection, and roofing theory tailored to Sacramento's climate and construction environment.
Graduates earn journey-level certification and union membership, opening access to prevailing wage projects and a broad network of signatory contractors across the Sacramento Valley. Union membership delivers health and retirement benefits along with the professional recognition that comes with JATC credentials in California.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in California
Roofers in California are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by California Contractors State License Board.
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