Roofer Apprenticeship in Nevada

Wages, programs & career outlook
NV Median Salary
$49,180/yr
-4% vs. national
National Median
$50,970/yr
NV Employment
2,230
Roofers employed
NV Sponsors
119
Registered programs

Nevada Wage Spread

Annual wages for Roofers in Nevada across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$36,640
25th %ile
$46,310
Median
$49,180
75th %ile
$62,150
90th %ile
$75,700

Roofer Apprenticeship in Nevada

Roofers in Nevada earn $49,180/yr — roughly in line with the $48,060 national median across all occupations. The financial case depends on low training costs and strong job security.

Wages for Roofers in Nevada ($49,180/yr) track close to the $50,970 national median — within 4% either way. The state sits squarely in the middle of the pack.

Looking ahead to 2034, Roofer employment should expand by 5.9%. That translates to roughly 12,700 openings annually when you factor in retirements — enough to absorb most apprenticeship completers.

The Roofer workforce in Nevada (2,230 workers, 1.4% of national employment) is relatively small. Fewer employers means fewer apprenticeship slots — competition for available programs can be stiffer.

Becoming a Roofer through apprenticeship takes roughly 3 years — 6,000 hours split between on-the-job training and classroom study covering blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation. Wages start at a fraction of journeyman rate and increase on a set schedule.

Apprenticeship seekers in Nevada can contact any of 119 registered sponsors. Coverage is solid in metro areas, though rural regions may have fewer options for specific trades.

Apprentices entering the Roofer trade in Nevada start near the $36,640 floor but have a clear path to $75,700 — a $39,060 arc that reflects how the trade values experience and skill accumulation.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in Nevada

119 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Nevada. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
USBR Lower Colorado Dams Office - Hoover Boulder City Clark County
Carson City EmployNV Business/Career Hub Carson City
Click Bond Inc Carson City
EmployNV Career/Business Hub Elko
OPERATING ENGINEERS LOCAL 3 JATC Elko Washoe County
NV JobConnect/Ely Ely
EmployNV Career/Business Hub Fallon
NAS-LIION LLC Gardnerville Douglas County
Borman Specialty Materials Henderson Clark County
Delmar Gardens Henderson
Henderson EmployNV Career Hub Henderson
IRONWORKERS LOCAL 416 JATC Henderson Clark County
IRONWORKERS LOCAL 433 JATC Henderson Clark County
Industrial Painter Henderson Clark County
Intellatek Henderson
James Disabato LLC Henderson
NEVADA ROOFERS LOCAL 162 JATC Henderson Clark County
PLUMBING HEATING COOLING CONTRACTORS OF NV Henderson Clark County
Painters DC16 JATC South--Northern California & Nevada Finishing Trades Institute Henderson Clark County
Painters DC16 JATC-Glaziers-Northern California & Nevada Finishing Trades Institute - Southern NV Henderson Clark County
SPRINKLER FITTERS LOCAL 669 JATC Henderson Clark County
Tech Wizards Burrow Henderson
Todd's Unique Dining Henderson
Veterans Stand Together Henderson Clark County
ABC OF LAS VEGAS SHEET METAL Las Vegas Clark County
+ 5 more sponsors in Nevada

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Roofer salary in Nevada?
The median annual wage for Roofers in Nevada is $49,180 as of May 2024. Wages range from $36,640 at the 10th percentile to $75,700 at the 90th percentile.
How long is a Roofer apprenticeship?
A typical Roofer apprenticeship lasts approximately 3 years (6,000 hours of on-the-job training). The program combines paid work experience with related classroom instruction.
Is an apprenticeship better than trade school for Roofers?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Roofers, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
Is there demand for Roofers?
Demand for Roofers is steady, with 5.9% projected growth through 2034. An aging workforce creates replacement openings even in slower-growth scenarios.
How do I find a Roofer apprenticeship in Nevada?
There are 119 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Nevada. Start with your local IBEW, UA, or trade union office. You can also check apprenticeship.gov for listings and contact sponsors directly.
How much do Roofer apprentices earn?
Apprentices are paid employees from the start. In Nevada, a first-year Roofer apprentice might earn around $24,590/yr (roughly half the $49,180 journeyman median), with scheduled raises throughout the 3-year program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.