Roofer at Southern Colorado Roofers JATC
at Southern Colorado Roofers JATC in Colorado Springs, CO
About This Program
The Southern Colorado Roofers JATC sponsors a union Roofer apprenticeship in Colorado Springs, CO. Affiliated with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers, this JATC program provides apprentices in the Pikes Peak region with union-backed training in commercial and residential roofing. Apprentices are paid from the first day of training, with wages increasing at regular intervals through the three-year program.
The apprenticeship includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on commercial and residential roofing projects learning installation and repair of built-up roofing systems, single-ply membranes, modified bitumen, waterproofing applications, and steep-slope roofing. Classroom instruction covers roofing materials and methods, Colorado building codes, OSHA safety requirements, fall protection, and weatherproofing considerations relevant to Colorado's climate.
Graduates earn journey-level status and union membership, opening access to prevailing wage projects and signatory contractors throughout southern Colorado. Union membership through the JATC provides health insurance, pension benefits, and ongoing professional development in a region with consistent demand for skilled roofing tradespeople.
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.
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