Roofer at United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 69
at United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 69 in Peoria, IL
About This Program
United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 69 sponsors a registered union Roofer Apprenticeship in Peoria, IL. This JATC-affiliated program provides union-backed training, competitive wages, and structured career progression for apprentices entering the roofing and waterproofing trade in Central Illinois.
The program spans three years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under journey-level roofers on commercial and industrial roofing and waterproofing projects, gaining hands-on experience with single-ply systems, built-up roofing, modified bitumen, and waterproofing applications. Classroom instruction covers roofing safety, material science, building codes, and trade calculations.
Graduates achieve journey-level union status with Local 69, earning union-scale wages and benefits with signatory employers in the Peoria area and beyond. Peoria's industrial facilities, commercial real estate, and institutional buildings provide a consistent base of work for qualified roofing and waterproofing 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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