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Join R&W LOCAL 81’s union-certified training program and build a career in professional roofing and waterproofing. Learn from experienced craftsmen, earn while you train, and gain the skills that protect homes and businesses across California.
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R&W LOCAL 81 began September 2,1933 Oakland California with a simple mission: to protect homes and businesses in the Bay area and the surrounding counties in California with expert roofing and waterproofing solutions. Founded by union-trained professionals, we’ve built our reputation on quality craftsmanship and unwavering reliability.

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Executive Board

Dedicated union professionals with decades of experience in roofing and waterproofing, supported by a strong leadership board and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, pensions, and a certified apprenticeship program.

Patrick Milligan

President

local 81 union member for 36 years of experience.

Jason Parker

Vice President

30 years of experience and over 20 years with local 81.

Dean Wolf

Financial Secretary

Local 81 union member for 38 years.

Christopher Davis

Recording Secretary

Local 81 union member over 30 years.

Eddie Garcia

Sergeant of Arms

Local 81 union member over 30 years.

E-Board Members

Local 81

Bobby Escobedo,Edwin Murray,Krishian Nunez,Kyle Rivas,Oscar Bueno- Garcia,Rodrigo Estada,Steven Castillo

Membership Benefits

Join R&W LOCAL 81 and experience the advantages of working with union-certified roofing and waterproofing professionals dedicated to excellence.
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Apprenticeship Program

We have two Apprenticeship program schools where apprentices earn while they learn.Apprenticeship program starts when Apprentice reaches 480 (OJT) hours.Once you achieve the 480 (OJT) you'll began classes.Your classes are a week long with a goal of 4,200 (OJT) accumulating to 3 1/2 years.Through out those 3 1/2 years there's a wage & fringe bracket you progress threw 1-7.Each bracket has different wages depending on how many (OJT) hours and classes taken.Once you complete you'll receive your Journeyman Certificate.

Certified Union-Trained Professionals

Our members consist of highly skilled, union-certified roofers who bring extensive training and expertise to every project, ensuring top-tier craftsmanship and safety standards.

Medical Benefits

Our health & Welfare provides two types of plans. Kaiser HMO plan, Blue cross blue shield self-funded PPO plan. We also offer Vision (VSP) along with Life/AD&D insurance, an HRA account, and also Dental insurance (Delta Dental

Pension Plan

Being a Local 81 member you'll receive two different pensions that you pay into.The Pacific coast roofers pension and the International pension.

Compliance with Industry Standards

We adhere strictly to all industry regulations and building codes, guaranteeing that our members meet the highest quality and legal requirements.