Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #218

Sheet Metal Workers Local 218 is currently accepting applications for our apprenticeship program.
If you know someone who may be interested in a career in the construction industry—whether they’re just starting out or looking for a new path—please help spread the word and point them in our direction.
Our apprenticeship offers paid, hands-on training, strong wages, and benefits while learning the trade.
More information and the application can be found here:
👉 www.smart218training.org
Thank you for helping us grow the next generation of sheet metal workers. Here are some pictures our members sent in of the architectural side of our trade.

Apprentice Applications Now Open

Sheet Metal Workers Local 218 is currently accepting applications for our apprenticeship program.

If you know someone who may be interested in a career in the construction industry—whether they’re just starting out or looking for a new path—please help spread the word and point them in our direction.

Our apprenticeship offers paid, hands-on training, strong wages, and benefits while learning the trade.

More information and the application can be found here:
👉 www.smart218training.org

Thank you for helping us grow the next generation of sheet metal workers.

Thank you to Christian Mitchell, candidate for Lt. Governor, for stopping by our booth at the CIBCTC Career Day.
We had a great day talking with students and community members interested in opportunities in the trades. If you’d like to learn more about a career in the sheet metal industry, visit:
https://www.smart-union.org/smartcareers/sheet-metal-union-work-opportunities-central-illinois/

2025 Labor Day Celebration
Monday, September 1st, 2025

Looking for a hands-on career with great pay and excellent benefits? Our Sheet Metal Apprenticeship in Decatur is open for applications this week and next!

✅ Earn while you learn
✅ Job security in a high-demand trade
✅ Top-tier benefits

Don’t miss your chance to start a rewarding career in sheet metal! Apply now and build your future with us.

The Decatur JATC is accepting applications for Apprenticeship. Please share this with anyone who is interested.

Deadline Approaching!
Applications for apprenticeship in Springfield are due this Friday 3/14. If anyone is interested go to https://www.sheetmetalworkers218s.com/apprenticeship-program/ to apply.

Sheet Metal Workers Local 218 Apprenticeship Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Program with Local provides education and hands-on training to prepare future sheet metal workers for their careers.

The Decatur JATC is accepting applications for Apprenticeship. Please share this with anyone who is interested.

We’re proud to share that two of our members, Andrew and Thomas Moore have been spotlighted by the IL AFL-CIO for Black History Month! Their hard work, dedication, and contributions to the trade continue to make a lasting impact.

Andrew and Thomas are a father/son duo from Local 218.

When asked to reflect on , they both shared that as a union family, it is an opportunity for them to keep fighting for equality and taking action to make the world a better place.

The Champaign JATC is accepting applications this week. Please share this with anyone interested in being an Sheet Metal Worker apprentice in Champaign.

https://www.wandtv.com/central-illinois-building-trades-unions-host-career-day-at-bank-of-springfield/video_ace675d1-f1a8-5e4f-af07-80d1acd15ea6.html.html

Check out our member Emily Tisckos talking about the constant need for construction workers. If you or someone you know is interested in a career in sheet metal go to https://www.smart218.org/ to learn more!

Central Illinois Building Trades Unions host Career Day at Bank of Springfield Click here to view this video from WAND.

Check out this awesome shot of a crane setting an air handler at Taylorville Memorial Hospital! Our skilled members, currently working for E.L. Pruitt, are making it happen.
It’s a beautiful day for November, and an even better day to appreciate the craftsmanship and teamwork that goes into projects like this.
Interested in a career in sheet metal? Visit www.smart218.org to learn more and contact us today!