As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, we take a moment to recognize and applaud the invaluable contributions of our union and youth apprentices. These individuals are not only building their own futures through meaningful work experiences, but they are also helping to shape the future […] Read more
In 2023, the construction industry had over 450,000 job openings across the country. “There is definitely a gap within the building trades talent pipeline and this is certainly a way that we can fill that gap,” Miron Construction Education and Engagement Manager Dawn Grenzer-Stumpf said. […] Read more
Contractors and associations are pushing to get younger workers into construction as the industry seeks to fill in the gaps. Recent highlights include a scholarship program, trades signing days and an association recognizing a state senator for efforts to get more residents into the skilled […] Read more
A graduation ceremony doubling as a draft day for students that will be entering building trades was held at the UA Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 111 Hall in Escanaba. Eleven graduating seniors from Escanaba, Gladstone, Iron Mountain, Marquette and Rapid River were recruited by local […] Read more
