Roofer at South Bend Roofers J.A.T.C.
at South Bend Roofers J.A.T.C. in South Bend, IN
About This Program
The South Bend Roofers J.A.T.C. offers a roofer apprenticeship program in South Bend, Indiana. Sponsored by the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, this program prepares apprentices for skilled work in the roofing trade through a structured combination of field experience and classroom learning. Apprentices are compensated throughout training, earning a wage from their first day on the job.
The program is 3 years in duration and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. During field rotations, apprentices develop skills in roofing system installation, flashing, waterproofing, and safe material handling. Classroom coursework covers technical subjects such as roof design fundamentals, material selection, building codes, and jobsite safety regulations.
Completions of this apprenticeship earn the journeyman roofer credential, positioning graduates for skilled employment in residential, commercial, or industrial roofing. The South Bend area construction market offers ongoing demand for qualified roofers with formal apprenticeship training.
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.
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