Sheet Metal Local 16

This Memorial Day, Sheet Metal Local 16 honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication allow us to live and work in freedom every day.

Today, we pause to reflect, give thanks, and stand united in gratitude.

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Register for the BE4ALL Town Hall livestream here! https:// forms.office.com/r/pxa3gE7C9A

TWO WEEKS until the second BE4ALL Town Hall in Seattle, taking place May 28 at 5 p.m. Pacific!

To secure the future of our trade and create more opportunities for members across North America, the unionized sheet metal industry needs to keep growing stronger. BE4ALL is a key effort to do just that, and the Town Hall will give members the chance to talk about it directly with SMART General President Michael Coleman, SMACNA President Todd Hill and Sheet Metal Industry Institutes Executive Director Michael Harris.

Register for the in-person Town Hall here: https://actionnetwork.org/events/be4all-town-hall-event-with-general-president-coleman-2?source=direct_link&

And register for the livestream here: https://forms.office.com/r/pxa3gE7C9A

- The in-person Town Hall takes place at the Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way South, Seattle, at 5 p.m. Members get free admission all day! Note: Please arrive 10-15 minutes before 5 p.m. so we can start on time.
- Attendees will be entered into a raffle for a Milwaukee Tool Pack Out and $100 SMART apparel gift card, plus receive free BE4ALL swag (safety vest, T-shirt, stickers and more).
- A child care subsidy will be available for Local 66 members to use during the event; more info on the event page.

Today, Sheet Metal Local 16 honors and celebrates all the incredible moms in our union, the strong, hardworking women who build our communities and nurture the next generation. Whether you're on the job site, in the shop, at the office, or at home, your dedication and resilience inspire us all.

Thank you for everything you do. ❤️

Looking to grow your business with the best-trained, most reliable sheet metal professionals in the industry?

By becoming a signatory contractor with Sheet Metal Local 16, you gain access to a skilled workforce that’s ready to deliver top-quality work, safely and on time. From HVAC to architectural sheet metal and beyond, our members bring the expertise and dedication your projects deserve.

Let’s build something better together!

https://www.smw16.org/contractor-advantage

Out fighting for work in Eugene; maybe we’ll see you at the game Saturday. 👀

April is National Welding Month, and Sheet Metal Local 16 is proud to recognize the skilled welders in our union. Welding is at the core of the sheet metal industry. It requires precision, discipline, and pride in craftsmanship, and our apprentices and journey-level members bring that standard to life on every project.

Thank you to all of our welding professionals for the skill and dedication you bring to the trade!

https://smw16.org

This week, we’re proud to celebrate National Careers in Trades Week (April 6–10, 2026) and highlight the skilled careers in the sheet metal and HVAC industry.

Members of Sheet Metal Local 16 build, fabricate, install, and maintain a wide range of systems that keep our communities running, from HVAC and ventilation systems to architectural sheet metal and custom metal fabrication. These careers offer strong wages, excellent benefits, and long-term opportunities in the skilled trades.

Interested in a career in sheet metal or HVAC?

https://www.smw16.org

If you happen to spot this leprechaun working on a job site or in your shop today, be sure to wish him a Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Sheet Metal Local 16!

Sheet Metal Local 16 is excited to highlight Caroline Smith, whose journey into the trades began after completing Oregon Tradeswomen’s TACC pre-apprenticeship program. From the start, Caroline hit the ground running and quickly embraced the opportunities that came with pursuing a career in the sheet metal trade.

She later moved to Central Oregon for a job, where she discovered a love for mountain life and enjoys spending her free time hiking and camping year-round. The balance of working in the trades and exploring the outdoors has made Central Oregon the perfect place for Caroline to build both her career and lifestyle.

Today, Caroline is proud to be a Sheet Metal Journeyman with Local 16. Along the way, she has volunteered for outreach events, attended conferences, and connected with incredible people throughout the industry. For Caroline, the journey has been life-changing, and she continues to learn, grow, and take on new opportunities with every season.

Join us in celebrating Caroline and the incredible women helping build the future of our industry.

Learn More HERE:
https://www.smw16.org/women-of-smart-local-16-2026

WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK... Sheet Metal Local 16 is proud to highlight Madyson Ebert, whose path into the trades wasn’t a straight line. While working at a job that lacked a clear future, a chance conversation with a customer changed everything. After sharing her love for physical, hands-on work, the customer introduced her to Oregon Tradeswomen, sparking Madyson’s curiosity about the possibilities in the trades.

During Oregon Tradeswomen’s program, a visit to the Sheet Metal Institute sealed her decision to pursue sheet metal as a career. Nearly ten years later, Madyson has contributed to projects across a wide range of industries, from schools and research facilities to data centers and high-tech buildings. She’s currently working in Boise on a project involving Fiberglass Reinforced Pipe, a challenge she embraces as part of her continued growth.

Madyson feels fortunate for the unique blend of jobs and connections she’s made over the years, and she continues to take pride in building both structures and lasting relationships within the trade.

Join us in celebrating Madyson and the incredible women helping build the future of our industry.

Learn More HERE:
https://www.smw16.org/women-of-smart-local-16-2026