Apprenticeship Archives

Local 23 Negotiates 6% Package Increase For Members Working At Amstead Graphite in Northern West Virginia!

Thanks to the hard work and dedication of Field Rep. Charles Kimball, Local 23 members working at Amstead Graphite in Northern West Virginia will see an increase of more than 6 percent in their total compensation package for their next four-year contract.

“It’s always a great day when we’re able to secure a win like this for our members,” said Kimball. “The members are working hard, and they deserve to be compensated appropriately, and that’s what the union does best: fights for its members. A special thank you to President Danny Musacchio and Secretary Treasurer Noah Carmichael for fighting tooth and nail for this contract. They took negotiations to the wire against contract expiration to secure that wage increase and our union is stronger for it.”

Local 23 Is Growing And Our Apprenticeship Program Is Ready To Train The Next Generation!

As you’ve seen in our weekly emails, we are continuing to bring on new signatory contractors, job sites are opening up as the weather warms, and more contractors than ever are looking for high-quality union bricklayers and craftworkers to get the job done right.

To meet this growing demand, our apprenticeship program is actively training new members right now and we are recruiting seasoned craftworkers to join our union. We have several training centers currently holding classes, giving new apprentices the opportunity to earn while they learn, build real skills, and start a strong career in the union trades.

We’re growing, and we need your help.

Do you have friends or family members who are interested in starting a career in the trades? Now is a great time to join. Encourage them to reach out to the union to learn more about our apprenticeship opportunities and how to get started.

As our union continues to grow, every member plays a role in building our strength. Together, we can bring more people into the trade, strengthen our workforce, and ensure more workers have access to the good wages, strong benefits, and job security that come with union membership.

Our training centers are open. Our contractors are hiring. Our future is growing.

Let’s keep building Local 23, one member at a time.

Employment Opportunities

BAC Local 23 is currently hiring Field Representatives at the following locations:

Northwest Ohio Chapter
Northern West Virginia

Position Requirements

Applicants must:

Be a journey worker in the bricklaying craft
Be able to pass a background check and driving check
Hold a valid driver’s license
Possess strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills

Role Purpose

This representative role focuses on:

Representing and supporting union members at worksites and meetings
Enforcing collective bargaining agreements and assisting with grievances and workplace issues
Building strong relationships with members and employers
Promoting union values, worker rights, and workplace safety
Supporting organizing, recruitment, and member engagement efforts

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time position
Competitive salary and union-negotiated wages and benefits
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the labor movement

If you are interested please send your resume to frontdesk@bac23.org.

Union Solidarity

Every week on Wednesday we’re sending out valuable information to our text list about the issues that face our union, union history, labor rights and so much more. Don’t miss out! Not receiving texts from Local 23? Reach out to the front office and they will make sure you’re added to the list. Contact the office at 440-986-3000 or by sending an email to frontdesk@bac23.org.

Photo Of The Week

Trent McLain, Derek Reed, Asher Brice, Jeremy Foster, and Dave Rader at Parkersburg Rec Center, Grae-Con Construction

Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions. Here is a link to their information. Our doors and phones are always open to you so please call us at 440-986-3000 or send an email to info@bac23.org.

President – Danny Musacchio
Secretary/Treasurer – Noah Carmichael
Vice Chairperson – Brian Collier
Vice Chairperson – Joshua Moss
Vice Chairperson – Brian Wear
Vice Chairperson – Shawn Herzog
Vice Chairperson –Justin Gartrell

Cleveland Builds Apprenticeship Outreach

Training Director Brian Greynolds recently participated in Cleveland Builds’ new 40-hour Apprenticeship Readiness Program, providing hands-on instruction and working directly with individuals exploring opportunities within the skilled trades. Representing BAC Local 23, Greynolds demonstrated masonry techniques and highlighted the union apprenticeship as a proven and reliable pathway to a long-term career.

The program allowed BAC Local 23 to maintain a visible presence within regional workforce development efforts while connecting directly with prospective apprentices.

“This was an important opportunity to show individuals that BAC Local 23 offers a structured pathway into a skilled and rewarding career,” said Greynolds. “By working directly with participants, we were able to demonstrate the value of our training and the opportunities available through our apprenticeship program.”

Participation in Cleveland Builds supports ongoing efforts to strengthen recruitment, expand training opportunities, and promote the long-term strength of the trade.

A Successful Steward Training In Columbus!

On Saturday, over a dozen Local 23 members attended a Steward training at the Columbus hall. These trainings are essential to strengthening our union and providing our members with leaders who have the tools and knowledge to stand up for your rights on the job.

“Trainings like these are one of the things I love most about this job. It’s so important that we equip our members with the skills needed to step up as leaders in their union,” said Local 23 President Danny Musacchio. “Columbus is one of our fastest growing markets, which means we will need more stewards to be a voice on jobsites for our members. Thanks to the work of all our leaders, Local 23 now has more stewards ready for the job ahead.”

Ohio Bricklayers Pension Town Hall Meetings Coming Up

These special called meetings are open to all plan participants and spouses to explain the upcoming changes to the Ohio Bricklayers pension plan. All plan professionals will be in attendance to answer your questions. Please make every effort to attend. Dates and locations are as follows:

TOMORROW: Tuesday, February 10th, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: 9437 Hamilton Dr., Mentor, Ohio 44060

Thursday, March 12th, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: 1550 Chase Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45223

Apply For US Bates Scholarship!

The International Union is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 US Bates scholarship program. Every year the program selects three students to receive a stipend of $5,000 per year for up to four years – up to $20,000 total.

To be considered for the 2026 US Bates scholarship, a student must:

• Be a senior in high school and planning to enter college in the fall of 2026

• Be the child or stepchild of a US member in good standing of a US BAC Local

To learn more and apply online, please visit: https://bacweb.org/bac-journal/us-bates-scholarship.

The application deadline is April 9, 2026.

If you have questions, please call BAC at 1-888-880-8222, ext. 3887, or email askbac@bacweb.org.

Union Solidarity

Recently, we’ve been getting a lot of questions from members like ‘what is Right to Work?’ and ‘what is prevailing wage?’. We’re happy to get these questions because it means members are engaged and want to learn more about their union and the threats we face. So, we decided to start a project called ‘Union Solidarity’. We’re going to be sending texts out to all members each week on Wednesday, with answers to these questions and much more. From what is a scab to what is the best union song of all time? (Hint: It’s by Woody Guthrie, although we’re open to other answers.)

This will be a great way for members to empower themselves by learning more about the history of the labor movement, past and present fights for labor rights, and how we can stand strong together even while many organizations are trying to bust up unions all across the country.

Be sure to check your cell on Wednesday for the first edition of ‘Union Solidarity’. Not signed up for the text list? Please reach out to the front office and they can make sure you get added to the list. You won’t want to miss these.

Photo Of The Week

Director of Apprenticeship and Training for BAC Local 23, Brian Greynolds, working with the next generation of craftworkers at Cleveland Builds.