Roofer at South Central WI Roofing & Waterproofing
at South Central WI Roofing & Waterproofing in Milton, WI
About This Program
South Central WI Roofing & Waterproofing sponsors this registered Roofer Apprenticeship program in Milton, WI. As a non-union, employer-sponsored program, it provides a paid pathway into the roofing trade for individuals in south-central Wisconsin. Apprentices are compensated from the start and gain hands-on experience working on real roofing and waterproofing projects throughout the region.
The program is 3 years in length and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install, repair, and maintain roofing systems including asphalt shingles, modified bitumen, single-ply membranes, and waterproofing applications. Classroom training covers roofing materials, job-site safety, building codes, and technical installation practices.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level roofers prepared to work independently on residential and commercial projects. The roofing trade offers stable employment and the opportunity to develop a specialized skill set that remains in demand across Wisconsin's 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.
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