Publications

The Journeyman Roofer & Waterproofer Magazine

Our quarterly magazine includes a message from the president, news from district council and executive board meetings, updates on safety and health, apprenticeship, the pension plan, local union activities, outdoor life, organizing, and more.

We encourage local unions, members and contractors to submit material to be featured in the magazine! Send high-resolution photos and accompanying information to roofers@unionroofers.com for consideration.

The magazine is automatically mailed to all members and signatory contractors in good standing. If you are eligible but have not been receiving a printed copy of the magazine, or if you would like to receive a printed copy of a back issue, please contact your local union, or email your request to roofers@unionroofers.com. Be sure to include your full name, complete mailing address, and local union. If are not a member and would like to subscribe to The Journeyman Roofer & Waterproofer ($16 per year), contact roofers@unionroofers.com for subscription information.

2nd Quarter 2025

Features: Local 96 Hosts 2nd Annual National Apprenticeship Competition, Union Roofers Unite on Davenport Repair Project, Kansas City Hosts Building Trades Opportunity Pipeline, Tradeswomen Take Over Springfield – Again!, Kramer Roofing Hosts GAF Roofing Academy, Local 49 Journeywoman Starts Women’s Committee

1st Quarter 2025

Features: Roofing Las Vegas Convention Center; Why Financial Reporting Matters; Membership Growth and Retention; White House Summit on Extreme Heat; Naloxone Info Sheet; Local Pin Parties; Unlawful Harassment in the Workplace; Welcome New Members

4th Quarter 2024

Features: Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference Celebrated in New Orleans; Journeyman Roofer & Waterproofer Wins National Media Awards; Roofers Union Inducted into D.O.L Century of Service; Unlawful Harassment in Apprenticeship and the Workplace

3rd Quarter 2024

Features: Harris-Walz Ticket for America’s Workers; GAF Roofing Academy Hits Multiple Locals; 2024 National Instructor Training Program Recap; Union Tradeswomen Take Over Springfield; International Union Receives Conservation Award