Roofer at WATERSTOP Masonry Restoration & Waterproofing
at WATERSTOP Masonry Restoration & Waterproofing in Liberty, MO
About This Program
WATERSTOP Masonry Restoration & Waterproofing sponsors this Roofer Apprenticeship in Liberty, MO. This non-union, employer-sponsored registered apprenticeship provides paid training for individuals who want to enter the roofing and waterproofing trade with practical, employer-guided experience from the start.
The program lasts three years and includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced professionals learning to apply waterproofing systems, restore masonry surfaces, and install and repair roofing assemblies. Technical instruction covers material selection, surface preparation, moisture management, safety practices, and the use of specialized tools and equipment relevant to the trade.
Graduates complete the program with journeyman-level skills in roofing and waterproofing, positioning them for stable employment and career advancement in a specialty area of the construction industry. Earning while learning means no gap in income during the transition into a skilled trade career.
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.
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