Roofer at United Union Of Roofers, Waterproofers Jac Lu #154
at United Union Of Roofers, Waterproofers Jac Lu #154 in Hauppauge, NY
About This Program
The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers JAC LU #154 sponsors this union JATC Roofer Apprenticeship in Hauppauge, NY. This registered, paid program serves Long Island's roofing industry, offering a structured training pathway for individuals who want to enter the trade with the backing of a union apprenticeship committee.
Over three years, apprentices complete 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Field assignments cover installation and repair of residential and commercial roofing systems, including flat roofs, waterproofing membranes, and specialty applications common in Long Island's building stock. Classroom instruction addresses roofing materials, safety regulations, weatherproofing techniques, and trade fundamentals.
Graduates earn journeyman roofer status and are equipped for work across Long Island and the broader New York metropolitan area. Union membership through LU #154 provides collectively bargained wages, benefits, and the professional standing that comes with journeyman certification in the roofing trade.
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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