Roofer at United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 112
at United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 112 in Springfield, IL
About This Program
United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 112 sponsors a registered union Roofer Apprenticeship in Springfield, IL. This JATC-backed program provides apprentices with union wages, comprehensive training, and the support of an established union in Illinois's state capital region.
The three-year apprenticeship includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on roofing and waterproofing projects throughout the Springfield area, building skills in single-ply roofing, built-up systems, modified bitumen, and waterproofing applications. Classroom coursework addresses safety regulations, roofing codes, material science, and trade-specific calculations.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level union members of Local 112, earning union-scale wages and benefits with signatory employers. Springfield's government buildings, commercial properties, and surrounding residential communities provide a stable base of roofing and waterproofing work for skilled journey-level professionals.
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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