Roofing & Waterproofing Apprenticeship Programs

Start Your Roofing Apprenticeship & Waterproofing Apprenticeship Journey

As our region continues to grow, so does the demand for skilled workers in the roofing industry.

OR & SW Roofers and Waterproofers is a trade school. We provide certified training and apprenticeships in roofing and waterproofing throughout Portland, OR and SW Washington region.

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Application Process

  • Download and fill out the PDF Application below.
  • We will need a copy of your driver’s license or photo identification, your GED/High School Diploma, and any other relevant certifications.
  • Email it all to us or deliver it in person. We accept applications at the office Monday-Friday between 9am-2pm by appointment.
Download PDF Application Here

Multiple Forms of Education & Training

Union roofers and waterproofers work alongside experienced tradespeople. You’ll learn skills while earning a living wage plus benefits! We offer:

  • Classroom training
  • Hands-on training
  • On-the-job training
  • State-of-the-art roofing & waterproofing systems
  • Industry-related certifications / qualifications training
  • Continual upgrade training
  • Math and blueprint reading
  • Mechanical / technical equipment

Career Growth Opportunities

We pride ourselves in providing opportunities to learn and grow alongside experienced tradespeople. This offers multiple opportunities to grow.

  • Apprentice
  • Journeyworker / Technician
  • Foreman
  • Superintendent
  • Sales / Estimating
  • Union Contractor
  • Union Representative
  • Union Officers / Trustees
  • Apprenticeship Instructor / Director

“My job in the roofing industry allows me to have great healthcare benefits for my family. It gives me the expectation of a dignified retirement because of my union-sponsored pension, and many other benefits.”

“My roofing apprenticeship has given me regular work and no-cost benefits. Now I have more career opportunities because of my training.”

Benefits of the Trade

In addition to growing in your career, there are a number of benefits of the trade:

  • Union membership
  • Living wage
  • No cost education and training
  • Excellent retirement benefits
  • Family health and welfare
  • Veteran GI Bill benefits
  • Lifetime skills
  • Worker representation
  • Employment assistance
  • Membership portability
  • Diverse workforce
  • Union sportsmen alliance
  • Union plus benefits
  • Mentoring programs

Competitive Wages

Earning competitive wages right away can help you and your family.

  • Great starting wages
  • Increases as apprenticeship progresses
  • Journeyworker / Technician wages after apprenticeship completion
  • Journeyworker / Technician wage increases through CBA Agreements
  • Foreman wage increases
  • Roofing is a profession that is always in demand