2nd Annual Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 23 Northeast vs. Northshore Cup Fundraiser Coming!

Join Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 23 on Saturday, September 5 at Raintree Golf & Event Center for the 2nd Annual Northeast vs. Northshore Cup Fundraiser. This four-person scramble is a great opportunity to enjoy a day of golf, food, prizes, and fellowship while helping raise money to purchase tools for apprentices entering the trade.

Team registration is $600 and includes refreshments, driving range access, lunch at the turn, a BBQ buffet dinner, drink tickets, and more. Please have all of your team members’ shirt sizes when registering.

Not a golfer? You can still join us for the social outing and dinner for just $50 per person.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses and individuals looking to support the next generation of union craftworkers. Contact Ryan Olinger at 330-285-3827 or ROLINGER@WLTUCKER.COM to register your team or become a sponsor.

Whether you’re coming out to tee it up, helping sponsor the event, or just joining us for dinner and drinks, this is a great opportunity to break bread with fellow members, contractors, and other industry professionals while helping raise money to buy tools for apprentices just getting started.

Happy golfing!

North Shore Chapter Introducing Trunk or Treat!

The North Shore Social Committee is excited to introduce a brand-new family event this fall: Trunk or Treat! Members and their families are invited to join us for an evening of Halloween fun, candy, decorated trunks, and community at two convenient locations. The Valley View Hall will host Trunk or Treat on Monday, October 26, and the Mentor Hall will host the event on Wednesday, October 28, with both events taking place from 5:00–7:00 p.m.

This new event is designed to bring our union families together for some fun and solidarity, and most importantly candy! The evening will be made possible by our North Shore staff and dedicated apprentices, who will be volunteering their time to help create a memorable experience for our members and their children. We hope you’ll come out in costume, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate the season with your union family!

Job Opportunities

Tri-State Area

Metro Masonry is expanding and seeking experienced Foremen and Journeyman Masons to join the team. As a leading masonry contractor serving the West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky Tri-State region, they offer steady work, competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to work on some of the region’s most visible commercial, educational, healthcare, and government construction projects. They are looking for motivated professionals who take pride in quality craftsmanship, safety, teamwork, and reliability.

If you are ready to build your career with a company that values its people and invests in their success, we encourage you to apply today. Please contact Jason Eaches, Project Manager, for more information at 304.736.8655 Ext. 2.


Northeast Ohio

Northeast Ohio members: various contractors are looking for experienced tilesetters for jobs starting soon. For more information, please reach out to Michael Soltis via email at msoltis@bac23.org or by cell at 440-396-7958.


West Virginia

Marsa INC. is looking for several bricklayers for the WVUM Ruby Eye Center in Morgantown, West Virginia. A $140 Per Diem will be paid to bricklayers traveling more than 1.5 hours. Parking is included in this per diem. If you are interested, please contact Ray Halstead at 412-780-3895.


Central Ohio

Fabcon is looking for certified welders with current 3G and 4G certifications on 3/4 or thicker plates minimum for several precast projects around the Columbus, Ohio area. Current working hours are 5 – 12’s plus 8’s on Saturdays from time to time.

For further information, please contact Bill Hulet 330-323-0818.

Don’t Miss Your Chance: Coaster Day Tickets Available Now

Get ready for a fun day on Sunday, September 6 with family, friends and fellow members at Cedar Point and King’s Island!

As a BAC Local 23 member, you are eligible to redeem up to 4 all-inclusive tickets that include Park & Water Park Admission, parking, a catered meal and a drink wristband at either King’s Island or Cedar Point. Last year, we had a great turnout so hey let’s get together again and have even more fun this year.

The deadline to request tickets is August 23, 2026. Use your IU# as your gift code to redeem your tickets. *Omit beginning “0”s in IU#*

Here are the details for each park:

www.visitkingsisland.com/save

Username: BAC23

Password: ORION

The picnic meal will be served from
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m on Sunday, Sept. 6.

www.cedarpoint.com/save

Username: cpbricklayers

Password: bricklayers

The picnic meal will be served from
1:30 p.m to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 6.

Photo Of The Week

Apprentices learning the ropes at the West Virginia Training Center!

Our doors and phones are always open!
Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions.

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

You can also reach out to the main office:

440-986-3000 or frontdesk@bac23.org

Local 23 Members: You are not alone.

The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers’ Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides confidential telephone crisis intervention, referral and information services to BAC members.

Click here for state-by-state mental health, substance abuse, and social service resources.

For help now, call 1-883-MAP-TALK or email map@bacweb.org.

About MAP

MAP provides members with a place to turn for help in coping with personal problems that interfere with job performance or home life. MAP services are offered at no cost to active and retired union members and their families. Members’ privacy is fully protected.

Local 23 Member’s Daughter Awarded 2026 Bates Scholarship

Each year, BAC awards three scholarships to students whose parents or stepparents are BAC members in the United States. The scholarships provide $5,000 per year for up to four years, totaling as much as $20,000.

This year, Samantha Moll is one of the recipients! Samantha is the daughter of Matthew Moll, a longtime Local 23 member and part of a proud union family. She graduated from Sandy Valley High School this spring and will attend the University of Akron this fall, where she will study Civil Engineering.

Last year, Matthew’s son, Tucker, received the 2025 Bates Scholarship and is preparing to begin his second year at the University of Akron, where he is studying Aeronautical Engineering.

Matthew’s oldest son, Trapper, is also a proud member of Local 23!

“Congratulations to Samantha for earning the Bates Scholarship. It couldn’t have gone to a more deserving young student or a more deserving union family. Matt and his son are valuable members of our union, and I’m so happy their family is able to take advantage of the great benefits and opportunities our union provides. The entire Local 23 family wishes Samantha the very best of luck at the University of Akron!” said Drew Fernandez, Northeast Ohio Chapter Chairperson.

Job Opportunities

Tri State Area

Metro Masonry is expanding and seeking experienced Foremen and Journeyman Masons to join the team. As a leading masonry contractor serving the West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky Tri-State region, they offer steady work, competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to work on some of the region’s most visible commercial, educational, healthcare, and government construction projects. They are looking for motivated professionals who take pride in quality craftsmanship, safety, teamwork, and reliability.

If you are ready to build your career with a company that values its people and invests in their success, we encourage you to apply today. Please contact Jason Eaches, Project Manager, for more information at 304.736.8655 Ext. 2.


Northeast Ohio

Northeast Ohio members: various contractors are looking for experienced tilesetters for jobs starting soon. For more information, please reach out to Michael Soltis via email at msoltis@bac23.org or by cell at 440-396-7958.


West Virginia

Marsa INC. is looking for several bricklayers for the WVUM Ruby Eye Center in Morgantown, West Virginia. A $140 Per Diem will be paid to bricklayers traveling more than 1.5 hours. Parking is included in this per diem. If you are interested, please contact Ray Halstead at 412-780-3895.

Don’t Miss Your Chance: Coaster Day Tickets Available Now

Get ready for a fun day on Sunday, September 6 with family, friends and fellow members at Cedar Point and King’s Island!

As a BAC Local 23 member, you are eligible to redeem up to 4 all-inclusive tickets that include Park & Water Park Admission, parking, a catered meal and a drink wristband at either King’s Island or Cedar Point. Last year, we had a great turnout so hey let’s get together again and have even more fun this year.

The deadline to request tickets is August 23, 2026. Use your IU# as your gift code to redeem your tickets. *Omit beginning “0”s in IU#*

Here are the details for each park:

www.visitkingsisland.com/save

Username: BAC23

Password: ORION?

The picnic meal will be served from
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m on Sunday, Sept. 6.

www.cedarpoint.com/save

Username: cpbricklayers

Password: bricklayers

The picnic meal will be served from
1:30 p.m to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 6.

Photo Of The Week

Jeremiah Holland (L), Field Rep. for Fremont/Mansfield, with Doug Warren accepting a 75-Year membership plaque on behalf of his father, Ford Warren.

Our doors and phones are always open!
Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions.

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

You can also reach out to the main office:

440-986-3000 or frontdesk@bac23.org

Local 23 Members: You are not alone.

The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers’ Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides confidential telephone crisis intervention, referral and information services to BAC members.

Click here for state-by-state mental health, substance abuse, and social service resources.

For help now, call 1-883-MAP-TALK or email map@bacweb.org.

About MAP

MAP provides members with a place to turn for help in coping with personal problems that interfere with job performance or home life. MAP services are offered at no cost to active and retired union members and their families. Members’ privacy is fully protected.

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Steward Class Coming Up In Fremont

BAC Local 23 will host a Steward Training class this Saturday, February 28, at 8:00 a.m. at the Fremont Hall, 1310 Siler St., Fremont, Ohio. To register please call or text Matt or Scott at the numbers listed below.

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. If you can attend, please make every effort to do so. Members who complete the training will receive a 4 year certification, that will need to be renewed.

The training is open to all members and is a great way to get involved with your union!

Matt Aberl – 567-686-3740

Scott Ansell – 419-367-5495

Please register by Wednesday, February 25th.

Employment Opportunities

West Virginia

BAC Local 23 is hiring a Field Representative for the Northern West Virginia area. All resumes should be sent to frontdesk@bac23.org.

IMI Job Corps Program – Bricklaying Instructor Positions Available

The IMI Job Corps Program is currently hiring Bricklaying Instructors at the following centers:

• Cleveland Job Corps Center – Cleveland, OH

• Harpers Ferry Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center – Harpers Ferry, WV • Lyndon B. Johnson Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center – Franklin, NC

Position Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a journey worker in the bricklaying craft

• Have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the trade

• Be able to pass a background check and driving check

• Hold a valid driver’s license

• Have the ability to work effectively with minorities and disadvantaged youth

Role Purpose

This instructor role focuses on:

• Providing high-quality, hands-on training

• Instilling a strong work ethic, including productivity, punctuality, and consistent attendance

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time position (2080 hours per year)

• Local salary/CBA wages and benefits paid

• 2 weeks paid vacation

• 2 weeks paid sick leave

• Paid federal holidays

If you are interested please contact Jonas Elmore at JElmore@imiweb.org.

Ohio Bricklayers Pension Town Hall Meeting 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:

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

Last week, we sent out another edition of Union Solidarity, focused on scabs.

Didn’t catch the text? Watch this video about the word scab and its history here.

Stay tuned on Wednesday for another edition of Union Solidarity!

Didn’t get the text? Be sure to reach out to the office and they can get you added to the list.

Photo Of The Week

Akron Field Rep Tom Dieringer and Canton Field Rep Drew Fernandez recently visited Firestone CLC in Akron, OH to conduct a hands-on demonstration. The program offered high school students the opportunity to lay brick while learning about our apprenticeship program and the benefits of becoming a union bricklayer.

Our doors and phones are always open!
Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions.

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

You can also reach out to the main office:

440-986-3000 or frontdesk@bac23.org


Labor-Management Meeting In Columbus

BAC Local 23 hosted a labor-management meeting in Columbus last week. Our contractors were joined by President Danny Musacchio, Secretary/Treasurer Noah Carmichael, Director of Organizing Joshua Moss, Director of Apprenticeship & Training Brian Greynolds, IMI State Director Tom Elliott, IU Regional Rep Russell Smith, Field Rep Bill Hulet and Organizer Jesus Ochoa.

We collaborated on ways to improve our market share and employment opportunities for our members, and new recruits.

“It’s vital that we bolster this partnership with our contractors beyond the bargaining table to reclaim this market together. These efforts will lead to a stronger Local 23 and better opportunities for our members,” said Local 23 President Danny Musacchio. “Special thanks to IMI State Director Tom Elliot, IU Regional Representative and Local 23 member Russel Smith, Director of Apprenticeship & Training Brian Greynolds, Brad Maurer and Jerred Schroeder from Leidal and Hart, Andy Wyeth and Josh Chase from M-Squared, Trent Snider from Kirk Bros, Josh Wentz from Tuttle Construction, Jim Ruffing from Smoot Construction, Jack Dunbar from Trisco Systems and Jamie Turner from Mouser Masonry for joining us last week.”

Employment Opportunities

West Virginia

BAC Local 23 is hiring a Field Representative for the Northern West Virginia area. All resumes should be sent to frontdesk@bac23.org.

Akron

LK Masonry is in need of 3- 5 bricklayers for multiple projects around the Akron area. Interested members should contact Dominic Lupe – (330) 705-3083.

Ohio Bricklayers Pension Town Hall Meeting Coming Up

Last week, we held a town hall in Mentor, and the room was packed! Members were able to get their questions answered and it was very productive.

We have another meeting coming up next month in Cincinnati. The meeting is 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.

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

Last week, we sent out our first text to all members for Union Solidarity, focused on so-called “Right To Work”.

The name is purposely misleading – when you dig in it’s a clear attack on our rights and unions across our country. Learn more about Right To Work here.

Stay tuned on Wednesday for another edition of Union Solidarity!

Didn’t get the text? Be sure to reach out to the office and they can get you added to the list.

Photo Of The Week

Management and contractors working together to build a better Local 23

Our doors and phones are always open!
Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions.

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

You can also reach out to the main office:

440-986-3000 or frontdesk@bac23.org


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.

Our doors and phones are always open!
Please know you can always reach out to leadership if you have any questions.

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

You can also reach out to the main office:

440-986-3000 or frontdesk@bac23.org

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