Union Meeting – Wenatchee
We would like to invite you to an informational meeting on June 21st, 2023, at 6:00 pm. The meeting will take place at The Wenatchee Labor Temple at 27 N Chelan Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801, and will be open to all members who live/work in the central part of the state.
Regional Apprenticeship Competition
Last week was the regional apprenticeship competition in Vancouver, WA which included 4 standout apprentices each from locals 66, 16, 23, 103, and 55. Local 55 apprentices had an amazing showing placing 7 out of 12 spots in Service, Architectural, Industrial and HVAC.
Swearing in Ceremony – March
SMART Local 55 is excited to announce that over the last few weeks, we celebrated the graduation of new classes of Youth 2 Youth apprentices in Spokane and Boise who are ready to carry the torch for sheet metal workers as future union journeymen.
Kenton Gregory Cox
It’s with great sadness that we announce Kenton (Bud, Kenny, Ken) Gregory Cox, a retired member of SMART Local 55 has passed away on February 19th at his home from natural causes.
SASMI Trust Fund – Work Boot Offer
Do you know that the SASMI Trust Fund offers a credit of up to $275 for USA-made, union-made, SASMI-approved work boots? Getting your pair is easy, and the benefit does NOT reduce your future SASMI benefits for SMART Local 55 members.
Union Sportsman’s Alliance BC/TC Conservation
SMART Local 55 Apprentices were highlighted for building and installing duck blinds in the Mid Columbia River National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Presented at the Union Sportsman’s Alliance BC/TC Conservation Dinner.
Vallivue HS College Career Fair
Business Rep JR Finlay, JATC Coordinator Greg Backus and Organizer Carlos Aroyyo attended the Vallivue HS Homecoming Carnival College + Career Fair
SMART Scholarship Application
The Sheet Metal Workers International Scholarship Fund has announced their eligibility requirements and application form.
Improving School Indoor Air Quality
Shared NBC segment on how there are billions in school Covid relief still unspent on improving their Indoor Air Quality (IAQ.
2nd Harvest Warehouse – Food Sort
The 2nd Harvest warehouse in Pasco hosted a Local 55 JATC food sort.
