Roofer at "Tech Roofing Services, Inc."
at "Tech Roofing Services, Inc." in Chicopee, MA
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.
About This Program
Tech Roofing Services, Inc. sponsors a roofer apprenticeship program based in Chicopee, Massachusetts. This employer-sponsored, non-union program provides a structured, paid training pathway for individuals looking to enter the roofing trade. Apprentices earn wages from the start and build marketable skills through a combination of supervised field work and formal classroom instruction over the course of the program.
The apprenticeship lasts 3 years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with Tech Roofing Services crews, developing hands-on competencies in roofing system installation, repair, flashing, waterproofing, and safety compliance. Technical classroom instruction covers roofing materials, slope and drainage systems, applicable building codes, and occupational safety practices.
Upon completion, apprentices earn journeyman roofer credentials and are prepared for skilled employment in western Massachusetts and the broader New England region. The program provides a practical, earn-while-you-learn path into a stable construction trade.
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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