Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 91 JATC

05/20/2026

Congratulations to our 5th Year B Class of 2026 graduates! 🎓🎉 👏

Special recognition goes to Zack Slater for earning Head of Class this year — a well-deserved accomplishment.

A big thank you goes to Gladwin Machinery Solutions for your continued support of our apprenticeship program and investment in the next generation of skilled professionals.

05/18/2026

🚨 Important Notice for Iowa License Holders 🚨

Our ZONE B Code/Safety/Trade course originally scheduled for May 30 in Keokuk has been cancelled due to low enrollment.

Please stay tuned for additional upcoming education and licensing opportunities in your area.

05/04/2026

🎓🛠️ Congratulations to our 5th Year Service Class of 2026! This year, David Bash earned both Head of Class and Top Graduate honors — an incredible achievement that reflects his hard work and dedication.

A special thank you to Malco Tools, Inc. for your continued support of our apprentices!

05/01/2026

🎓🎉 Congratulations to our 5th Year A Sheet Metal Class of 2026 graduates!

This year, Nick Devito earned both Head of Class and Top Graduate honors — a well-deserved accomplishment.

A big thank you to Malco Tools, Inc., Gladwin Machinery Solutions and Klein Tools for your continued support of our apprenticeship program.

04/30/2026

Congrats to our 5th Year B sheet metal apprentices on completing their weld certification tests!

Shoutout to the International Training Institute (ITI) for supporting the next generation of skilled trades pros.

04/22/2026

SMOHIT is bringing a two-day SMART MAP training to Local 91 members, designed to help prepare them to become peer mentors and support fellow union members and their families during tough times.

📅 June 9–10, 2026
⏰ 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 8124 42nd St. W., Rock Island, IL

Register today 👉 https://loom.ly/HHEjSQk

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: SMART MAP TRAINING

SMOHIT is bringing SMART MAP to Local 91 members — a peer-based mental health training focused on stress, substance use, su***de prevention and self-care.

📅 June 9–10, 2026
⏰ 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 8124 42nd St. W., Rock Island, IL

This two-day training prepares members to become peer mentors and support fellow union members and their families during tough times.

💵 $590 per diem available for members who lose pay (must attend both days and register as a SMART Member).

Register today 👉 https://loom.ly/HHEjSQk

04/08/2026

Great resource to find a training center (like ours!) and learn more about the many amazing career paths available in the sheet metal industry! 💪

We've created a map of all the sheet metal and HVAC training centers across the country, and you might be close to one. Through courses offered by the International Training Institute’s affiliated training centers, known as JATCs, you can receive high-quality education and training designed to help you build a rewarding lifelong career in the sheet metal industry. You can get paid and receive benefits WHILE you're getting trained.

Now more than ever, a JATC is available near you. With help from International Training Institute (ITI) and Sheet Metal Air Rail and Transportation Workers, you can start your career in the trades today!

https://www.sheetmetal-iti.org/find-a-training-center

Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust (SMOHIT)
National Energy Management Institute (NEMI)
Heavy Metal Summer Experience
National Electrical Contractors Association - NECA
Mechanical Contractors Association of America

03/17/2026

Instead of chasing rainbows, our members have found their pot of gold in the trades! 🌈🍀

With skills that pay the bills and a career that lasts a lifetime, Local 91 sheet metal workers turn hard work into real opportunity.

Want in on the luck? Apprenticeship applications are open — your ELITE future is waiting 👉 https://loom.ly/MzNDDYU

03/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 5th Year A sheet metal apprentices! They’ve successfully completed their weld certification tests through the International Training Institute (ITI), helping our members continue to expand their skills and perform ELITE work!

03/02/2026

🍀 We had over 1,000 applicants apply to the Local 91 apprenticeship program for the 2026-2027 year! Applications closed last week, and we’re now reviewing and processing submissions to determine who moves forward to the next step.

Best of luck to everyone who applied!