Roofer at Southern California Roofers & Waterproofers JATC
at Southern California Roofers & Waterproofers JATC in Pomona, CA
About This Program
The Southern California Roofers & Waterproofers JATC sponsors a union Roofer apprenticeship in Pomona, CA. Affiliated with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers, this JATC program trains apprentices for work across the greater Los Angeles and Inland Empire construction markets. Apprentices receive wages from the first day on the job, with pay scales advancing through each year of the program.
The apprenticeship lasts three years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on commercial and industrial roofing projects, developing skills in built-up roofing, single-ply systems, modified bitumen, waterproofing, and rooftop safety procedures. Classroom courses address roofing science, California building codes, material selection, OSHA safety regulations, and blueprint interpretation.
Graduates earn journey-level status and union membership, qualifying them for prevailing wage work on public and commercial projects throughout Southern California. Union membership through the JATC provides access to competitive compensation, health and retirement benefits, and continued apprenticeship resources for career-long learning.
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.
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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