ROOFERS

Scope of Work - Roofers specialize in putting roofs on buildings and other structures to make them waterproof and weatherproof.  They apply composition shingles, tile, slate and composition roofs.  They use modern equipment to handle their materials, thereby lessening the physical exertion that was formerly required.  Roofers are also called to waterproof and damp-proof walls and other building surfaces. 

Working Conditions - With the exception of waterproofing of some walls, the roofers work outdoors in all kinds of weather and only shut down operations when the weather becomes too severe.  Most of the time they work on the top of buildings installing roofing materials.  In their work, they do a great deal of climbing, kneeling, standing and walking.

Apprenticeship Requirements

Length of Program - 3-year apprenticeship, classes one day a week (September through May).

Requirements - To apply, must be employed by a union contractor and be a member for minimum of 800 hours.  Then, contractor may refer to apprenticeship program.

Courses Required - Safety, First Aid and CPR, Math, Small Engine Repair, Roofing Systems, Estimating, Time Management, Blueprint Reading, and Personal Financial Planning.

Roofers Local 70 Apprentice School
1451 Old Pinckney Road
Howell, MI  48843
Rooferslo70@hotmail.com
(517) 548-7941
FAX (517) 548-5936   Steve Schumacher, Training Coordinator

Tom Curry, Career Opportunity Consultant-
(517) 548-6554

Territories Covered:  Muskegon, Mecosta, Newaygo, Oceana, Hillsdale, Jackson, Livingston, Washtenaw, Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Branch, Calhoun, Barry, St.Joseph, Kalamazoo, Van Buren, Ionia, Kent, Ottawa, Montcalm, Lake, Mason.

ROOFERS LOCAL 149 APPRENTICE SCHOOL
10621 Capital
Oak Park , MI 48237
(248) 543-3847     
FAX (248) 543-3871     Robert Drogosch, Apprentice Instructor

Bob Peterson, Career Opportunity Consultant-
(248) 543-3847

Toledo Area Roofers & Waterproof Industry Local 134
Northwest Ohio Construction Education Center
4535 Hill Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43615-5301
NOCEC4535@aol.com
(419) 531-5911
FAX (419) 531-4392    Michael E. Maguire, Training Coordinator

Rick Shackelford, Career Opportunity Consultant-
(419) 478-3785

Territories Covered:  Monroe and Lenawee.