LU 248 Education & Training Center

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day from the UA General Officers!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the UA General Officers honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms and our way of life.

05/13/2026

Rain or Shine - The Second Day of the Kentucky Pipe Trades Apprenticeship Contest has kicked off.

Day started off with some rain, but the sun came out and these Apprentices are ready to put their skills to the test.

Special Thanks to W.B Fosson and Tri America Contractors for their continued partnership in making this contest happen.

Local 248 Plumber Contestant:
Adam Hicks

Local 248 Pipefitter Contestant:
Ethan Jordan

Local 248 Welder Contestant:
Tristen Jordan

Local 248 HVAC Contestant:
Lucas Mollett

Training Coordinators:
Gavin Tussey
Eric Griffith Jr
Curtis Branham
Jamie Rucker

03/11/2026

💙💛 Partner Spotlight: Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 248

ACTC Workforce Solutions is proud to partner with Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 248 to support the skilled trades in our region.

Through this partnership, we’re providing CPR training, financial literacy, leadership development, and customized workforce training to help members grow their skills and strengthen the workforce.

This is what partnership looks like — education and industry working together.

📣 Kentucky employers — we can help you too!

✔ Upskill employees
✔ Provide leadership training
✔ Create customized workforce training

💰 Eligible Kentucky employers may receive up to 75% off training through available workforce training grants.

📩 Message us or contact ACTC Workforce Solutions to learn how we can support your team.

02/28/2026

This is validation of United Association members capabilities within the HVAC industry!

01/19/2026

Passing the torch to the next generation of Eastern Kentucky craftsmen. 🤝⛰️

In Eastern Kentucky, we know that there is simply no substitute for hard-earned experience. At our Training Center, "Life Long Learning" is how we keep our trades—and our communities—strong.

Our apprenticeship program is built on a foundation of two parts:
• The "Why": Mastering essential theory and code in the classroom.
• The "How": Getting out on the jobsite and learning the "tricks of the trade" through real-world mentorship.

By pairing our apprentices with seasoned veteran journeymen, we ensure the high standards of our piping trades are passed down with precision. From installations on new projects and replacements during renovations, to complex repairs in the service industry—our members are trained to do the job right the first time.

Shout out to our Local 248 journeymen who continue to take advantage of up-skilling courses and staying ahead of the curve at the 248 Training Center.

We take pride in our work because this is our home!

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01/10/2026

We are kicking 2026 off on the right foot! 🛠️

The skilled trades are the best path to success for the next generation of the workforce. With all projections pointing in our favor, now is the time for UA Local 248 to share our 110-year legacy of excellence with new recruits. We offer a "college alternative" where you can earn while you learn and graduate debt-free.

We want to sincerely share our gratitude to Mr. Woolum and Russell Independent Schools for bringing their students by for a tour of our training center today! It was great to see such a hardworking group of students interested in the future of the industry.

🔗 Ready to join the best?