Roofer at West Bay Counties Roofers & Waterproofers JATC
at West Bay Counties Roofers & Waterproofers JATC in Livermore, CA
About This Program
The West Bay Counties Roofers & Waterproofers JATC sponsors a union Roofer apprenticeship based in Livermore, CA, serving the West Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. This JATC program is affiliated with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers and provides apprentices with union-quality training across the peninsula and surrounding counties. Apprentices earn wages throughout the three-year program.
The program includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on commercial, institutional, and residential roofing projects, learning system installation, waterproofing, flashings, and rooftop safety. Training covers built-up roofing, modified bitumen, TPO and EPDM single-ply systems, and waterproofing applications. Classroom instruction addresses California code requirements, roofing materials, jobsite safety, and industry best practices.
Graduates achieve journey-level status and union membership, gaining access to the Bay Area's strong demand for skilled union roofers. JATC membership delivers negotiated wages, health and pension benefits, and a professional network spanning one of the most active construction regions in the country.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Roofer
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in California
Roofers in California are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by California Contractors State License Board.
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