Students Introduced To The Trades
The Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 104 and Bay Area Industry Fund team went full steam ahead with recruiting efforts in 2023. Leading into National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 14-20), JATC Outreach Coordinator Henry Funke organized more than 10 sites to host programming for 1,500+ prospective candidates from high schools, pre-apprenticeship programs and college campuses.
In keeping with this year’s theme of “skills for life,” students learned of the many opportunities to continually learn and apply their talents in the ever-evolving sheet metal, HVAC and construction industries. Candidates are often surprised at the competitive compensation packages and region covered by the Bay Area SMACNA and Local 104 District 1.
Emphasizing the importance of a skilled and trained workforce has been consistently highlighted at every board meeting, contractor orientation and convention this year. Participating in National Apprenticeship Week has been an ideal platform to promote this message to a wider audience of potential employees.