Roofer at "Tar-Vel Roofing Co., Inc."
at "Tar-Vel Roofing Co., Inc." in Hyde Park, MA
About This Program
Tar-Vel Roofing Co., Inc. sponsors a roofer apprenticeship in Hyde Park, Massachusetts. This employer-sponsored, non-union program provides individuals with a structured, paid pathway into the roofing trade, combining supervised on-the-job experience with formal technical classroom instruction. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program, building financial stability while developing professional skills.
The program is 3 years in duration and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Working directly with Tar-Vel Roofing's experienced crews, apprentices learn to install, maintain, and repair a range of roofing systems, including built-up roofing and membrane systems, as well as waterproofing and flashing techniques. Classroom sessions cover roofing materials, safety regulations, building codes, and trade fundamentals.
Graduates complete the program as journeyman roofers with practical skills developed through real project work in the greater Boston area. This apprenticeship is a practical entry point into a skilled trade with steady local demand.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Massachusetts
Roofers in Massachusetts are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation.
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