Roofing Workforce Development

DOL Awards $86M for Skilled Trades Training

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Department of Labor is investing $86 million in workforce training across 14 states to strengthen domestic industries and prepare workers for high-demand trades.

GAF Roofing Academy Joins DoD SkillBridge Program

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400

GAF Roofing Academy earns DoD SkillBridge accreditation, opening career pathways for veterans while supplying the roofing industry with trained talent.

GAF Breaks Ground on New Kansas Manufacturing Facility

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

GAF has broken ground on a new shingle plant in Newton, Kansas — the company’s first ground-up expansion since 2004.

Learnings from the Rooftop to Help Empower Contractors’ Small Businesses

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

OC University is helping contractors grow their businesses by delivering accessible, tech-enabled education that goes beyond the rooftop.

From Firefighting to Future Building: The Must-Attend Leadership Accelerator for Roofing Contractors

Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The LDR Accelerator helps small roofing business owners lead confidently, retain crews, and scale sustainably with proven tools, coaching, and real-world leadership support.

ABC Supply Co., Inc. Recognizes the 2025 Ken Hendricks Award Recipients

Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

ABC Supply honors Jeff Lee and Matt Cooper with its 2025 Ken Hendricks Award for embodying core values and exceptional leadership throughout their careers.

The Roofing Consolidation Boom—and Its Impact on Workers

gottliebb@enr.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Wed, 21 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

As private equity reshapes roofing and consolidation shrinks distribution, employees face rising stress, lost identity and shaky morale. A new study illustrates how best to navigate the transition successfully.

A New Way to Fight the Labor Shortage

Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Dallas-based Delegate CX launches to tackle labor shortages, offering fully trained global hires and debuting a Roofing Academy to deliver “Day 1 ready” support staff.

Lowe's Foundation Invests $9 Million in Grants for Skilled Trades via Nonprofits

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The Lowe’s Foundation awarded $9M in Gable Grants to 15 nonprofits, expanding skilled trades training in carpentry, HVAC, roofing, and more to address workforce shortages.

Tremco’s Rising Stars Program Gets Nonprofit Status

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Tremco’s Rising Stars Program has become a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, expanding its reach and funding to empower underrepresented youth with construction careers.

Raymond Picks Purdue for 2025 Research Funding Program

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The Raymond Corporation selected Purdue University's research on logistics flexibility for funding through its University Research Program, which has invested $5M in 19 projects since 2016.

Frontdoor Funds Scholarships for Skilled Trades

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:31:28 -0500

Frontdoor and BlueRecruit launched a trade school scholarship to address the skilled labor gap, supporting students through funding, mentorship, and industry connections.

GAF Hosts Its Largest Hiring Event in L.A.

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500

GAF hosted its largest-ever job training event in Southern California, offering tuition-free roofing and sales training through its Academy; half of the attendees secured job placements.

MHEFI Raises $80k at Annual Fundraiser for Future Material Handling Scholarships

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400

The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. raised more than $80k at this year’s MHI Annual Conference to fund scholarships for material handling students and support a skilled industry workforce.

Owens Corning University Partners with Cornell University

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Owens Corning Roofing partnered with Cornell University to offer eCornell certificate programs, providing tailored online business courses to help contractors grow and develop key skills.

Harbor Freight Founder Gifts $1.5 Million to Skilled Trades Programs

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Harbor Freight Tools for Schools has awarded $1.5 million in cash prizes to 25 high school skilled trades instructors in fields like construction, welding, and automotive.

Raymond Inspires Next Gen Talent with Annual National Manufacturing Day Events

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

The Raymond Corporation celebrated its 10th National Manufacturing Day by hosting onsite and online events to showcase innovation and skilled careers to students, offering tours, demos, and career insights.

GAF Roofing Academy Places 2K Graduates in Jobs Across U.S.

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:05:41 -0400

GAF Roofing Academy has placed 2,000 graduates in roofing jobs across the U.S. since 2020, with a focus on underrepresented groups; GAF aims to double that by 2025.

Beacon Teams with U.S. Army to Create Career Opportunities for Veterans

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Beacon has partnered with the U.S. Army PaYS Program to offer Veterans career opportunities in roofing, ensuring a smooth transition to civilian roles across the company’s footprint.

Saint-Gobain Breaks Ground on New Admin Building in Mass.

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Saint-Gobain broke ground on a new sustainable 47,000-square-foot administration building in Worcester, reaffirming its century-long commitment to the community.

Hytrol Joins Women in Manufacturing Association

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Hytrol Conveyor Company has joined the Women in Manufacturing Association, providing its employees access to networking, events, and educational resources to support women in the industry.

Toyota Material Handling Employees Volunteer Their Time

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Toyota Material Handling's 'Lift the Community Day' saw 324 associates complete 2,300 volunteer hours across the U.S., supporting over 30 local nonprofits and programs.

5 New Grads Celebrate Graduation from Raymond Corp.’s Youth Apprenticeship Program

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400

For more than 30 years, Raymond Corporation’s Youth Apprenticeship Program has partnered with New York high schools to provide hands-on STEM education, offering juniors and seniors two years of experiential learning at Raymond’s headquarters.

Tremco's First ‘Achieve Green’ Group Graduates from Jobs Program

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Tremco Construction Products Group's "Achieve Green" program, part of its "Rising Stars" initiative, graduated its first cohort, equipping young people with skills for green construction careers via the IUPAT Apprenticeship Pathway.

MHEFI Awards Record-Breaking $231,700 in Scholarships for 2024-25

Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. distributed $231,700 in scholarships to 61 students for 2024/2025, reflecting its commitment to education in material handling, logistics, and supply chain management.

WERC Launches New Distribution Logistics Operations Course

Wed, 08 May 2024 07:00:00 -0400

WERC, a division of MHI, launches a Distribution Logistics Operations Course for comprehensive warehouse and distribution center management; the course covers inbound/outbound processes, QC, inventory, WMS, and partnerships.