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.

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

2nd Quarter 2024

Features: America’s Top Roofing Apprentices Compete in St. Louis; 2023 Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference Held in DC; Apprenticeship Standards Receive Overhaul; Protect Yourself When Working in Heat; Opioids and Naloxone in Construction

1st Quarter 2024

Proceedings and photos from the 30th International Convention held in Las Vegas, Nevada, October 9 – 13, 2023.

Fourth Quarter 2023

4th Quarter 2023

Features: Local 70 Roofers Install Patterned Garden Roof; Women in Roofing & Waterproofing; 50 Union Leaders Complete Leadership Training Program; Filing a Labor Grievance: Your Rights and Responsibilities; 2023 National Instructor Training Recap