Apprentices receive credit for five out of seven general education requirements through their on-the-job training through Sheet Metal Workers Local 104.
As federal gridlock sets in, HVAC industry groups are pivoting their advocacy efforts toward state legislatures and city councils, scoring wins on issues ranging from labor to the environment.
When Fong joined MacDonald-Miller 13 years ago as a sheet metal apprentice, the company was already ahead of its time. But she helped take it even further.
DoD's withdrawal of project labor agreement mandates reveals mounting challenges in federal construction, where payment uncertainties and policy shifts are deterring contractors.
Recent developments in the EV manufacturing sector show industrial transformation rarely follows a straight line for manufacturers, consumers – and contractors – alike.
SMART criticizes the recent dismissals of National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo and Board Member Gwynne Wilcox by President Donald Trump.
Going forward, federal prime contractors will need to file bid protests to get out of government-mandated project labor agreements (PLAs), Brubeck of ABC says.
Those with eligible locals will receive email instructions on how to claim their benefit, and a dedicated concierge team is available at (866) 943-5449.