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Join Our Team at Roofers & Waterproofers Local #44
There is definitely plenty of work to be done and money to be made in the roofing industry. If you are good with your hands, enjoy working outdoors and the challenges of our trade, then the roofing industry just might be what you're looking for!​



Note: All Classes will now be held at our training center located at:

13718 Enterprise Ave. Cleveland, Oh, 44135

Thanks for your interest in joining us!


Roofers & Waterproofers Local 44 Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee will make applications for Roofers’ Apprenticeships available Monday through Friday. In addition to on-the-job training, apprentices are required to attend 4 years of classroom study. All Applicants to the program must meet the following requirements: 

1.Must be at least 18 years of age.
2.You must pick up an Intent To Hire form from the Apprenticeship Office and have it signed by an approved Signatory Employer.
3.Must have 300 hours of roofing experience with an approved employer prior to beginning classes.
4.Must have and produce a valid driver’s license.
5.Must have & produce high school diploma/GED PRIOR to graduation.
6. Must have OWN RELIABLE VEHICLE.
7.Must be physically fit to perform work.

  The Roofers & Waterproofers Local #44 Joint Apprenticeship & Training program admits students of any race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its admission policies, education policies, and other school administered programs.


For questions, please contact Apprenticeship and Training Director: Joe Knapp
Office: 216-898-0330
Cell: 216-375-3292
Email: jknapp@rw44jatc.com