Next Generation of Craftworkers On Display At The Skills USA Competition

Last Friday, a group of young men and women came together at the Skills USA Competition at The Great Big Home & Garden Expo at the I-X Center in Cleveland to work on team projects that included carpentry, plumbing, electrical and, of course, masonry.

In total, 13 schools competed in the North East Regional Competition. A-Tech, Auburn Career Tech, Cuyahoga Valley Career Tech, and Medina County Career Tech will all be advancing to the State Competition!

The competition was judged by BAC Local 23 leaders: Cleveland Field Rep. Nicole Ohmer, Cleveland Field Rep. Joe Harrison, Akron Field Rep. Tom Dieringer, and Local 23 Vice Chairperson Joshua Moss.

“Last Friday was a great glimpse into the future of our trade. We had the opportunity to watch and judge the next generation of craftworkers in a team atmosphere where masonry was showcased. These types of events really bring excitement to the trade and give young craftworkers the opportunity to showcase their skills,” said Moss.

Brick By Brick:
Students Learning The Trade At The Southern Ohio Regional Training Center

On January 29th, the Southern Ohio Regional Training Center hosted 35 students who attend classes at the Grant Career Center in Bethel, Ohio. Our Local 23 apprentices, along with Local 23 instructors David Hale and Matt Lightle, were able to show the high school students what our center has to offer. Our Local 23 team worked hand in hand to familiarize the visiting students with bricklaying, caulking and restoration skills. This was a first time visit for the students of Grant Center, who have a special connection to Local 23: classes at their school are taught by former BAC member Ken Carter!

THIS SATURDAY:
Local 23 Hosting Steward Training In Columbus: February 7

BAC Local 23’s Central Ohio Chapter will be holding a Steward training class on Feb. 7 at 8 a.m. at the chapter’s headquarters at 3005 Lamb Ave., Columbus, OH 43219. To register, please contact Bill Hulet at 330-323-0818 by the end of the day on Feb. 5 so he can order lunch for class participants.

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:

NEXT TUESDAY: 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

Photo of the Week

Director of Apprenticeship and Training for BAC Local 23, Brian Greynolds working on some mockups at the Columbus Training Center!

“A huge thank you to Brian and the whole Local 23 team who are working tirelessly to reopen the training center. The demand for union bricklayers in Columbus is growing, and Local 23 will be ready,” said Local 23 President Danny Musacchio.

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

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New Team Of Instructors and Increased Innovation To BAC Local 23’s Training Centers

Starting today, our new team of instructors and increased innovation are coming to BAC Local 23’s training centers. Related Instruction classes officially resume in September, and apprentices can expect to see immediate changes on the training floor. We are busy cleaning the facilities and building mock-ups for the upcoming year.

This year, we’re taking a hands-on approach similar to the setup at our National Training Center. The floor will be busy with mock-up stations designed to replicate real-world job tasks. These stations will give apprentices valuable, practical experience to prepare them for the demands of our employers and help them succeed in their careers.

Northern apprentices will also begin using ENGAGE, a system for recording On-the-Job Training (OJT) hours, streamlining the process and keeping records accurate and up-to-date.

Smaller class sizes will be a priority this school year, ensuring every apprentice gets the individual attention they need to sharpen their skills and build confidence.

It’s going to be a busy and productive year – and one that sets the stage for even greater success across all of BAC Local 23.

Job Opportunities

Spartan Construction is looking for union bricklayers in the Toledo, Ohio area. If you are interested in any of the following opportunities, contact Darrell Patterson at 419-865-7407.

The Glen and The Grand Apartments – 3440 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, OH 43614 – Work Scope: Modular Brick Veneer; 10-12 Bricklayers Needed; Duration 16 weeks; Starting 7/21/25.

Collingwood Green Apartments – 400 Nebraska Avenue, Toledo, OH 43604 – Work Scope: Modular Brick Veneer; 6-8 Bricklayers Needed; Duration 14 weeks; Starting 7/7/25.

Photo of the Week

BAC Local 23 hard at work at Ohio University in Athens!

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

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New Instructors Hired for Northern and Southern Regional Training Centers

Local 23 has hired a great slate of instructors for our Northern and Southern Regional Training Centers! The new instructors are below.

Southern Regional Training Center

Matthew Lightle – Brick Instructor

David Hale – PCC Instructor

Northern Regional Training Center

Joshua Holland – Brick Instructor

Louis Feihoo – PCC instructor

Tommy Sigley – Tile Instructor

“Our goal is to provide the highest quality training experience possible. This new team of instructors will work collaboratively, building on our strong traditions while preparing apprentices for the future,” said Brian Greynolds, Director of Apprenticeship and Training for BAC Local 23.

Local 23 Secures $7.80 Wage Increase Over 3 Years for Members in Southeast Ohio

Local 23 is pleased to announce that contract negotiations in Southeast Ohio have concluded, and the negotiation team secured a three-year contract with wage increases of $2.50, $2.60, and $2.70 an hour bringing wages up $7.80 over the next three years.

“This is another great win for Local 23 members and a testament to the power of our union,” said Local 23 President Danny Musacchio.

Deadlines for Local 23 Opportunities Coming Up!

15th National Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference In September – Local 23 Sisters Welcome!

The 15th National Tradeswomen Build Nations (TWBN) Conference will be held the weekend of September 19-21, at the McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

The International Union and Local 23 will reimburse all costs for your travel, hotel (up to 2 nights booking in the designated Local 23 block), and registration fees — plus provide a $400 stipend after the event.

Book your hotel room in the designated Local 23 block here -> https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/CHIMC/G-NABW

Sign up and register for the event here -> https://tradesfutures.org/initiatives/tradeswomen-build-nations/

We strongly suggest that if you plan to attend, you book your hotel using the designated block. If you book other accommodations, you will not be reimbursed for your hotel stay.

For additional details or if you have any questions, please reach out to Sierra Kriston at (540) 435-7360 or skriston@bac23.org.

Cedar Point and King’s Island – Must Book Tickets By August 17

Free Tickets are available to Kings Island and Cedar Point For ALL Members on August 31! Get ready for the best day ever brought to you by BAC Local 23 and Cedar Point and Kings Island!

You can choose up to 4 all-Inclusive passes to either King’s Island or Cedar Point, you will use your Member I.U.# as your Gift Code to redeem your tickets. Tickets include park & water park admission, parking, picnic, and a drink wristband. The Cedar Point meal will be served 1:30pm-3pm and the Kings Island meal will be served 12pm-1:30pm.

Redeem your passes here**

King’s Island: www.visitkingsisland.com/save

Username: BAC23

Password: ORION

Cedar Point: www.cedarpoint.com/save

Username: cpbricklayers

Password: bricklayers

**Username and Passwords are case sensitive**

**Additional tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate**

**Omit any beginning “0”s in IU # **

**Season passholder option**

For more information go here.

Photo of the Week

Raffle winner Anthony Garlando with his level presented by Northshore Field Representative Mike Soltis.

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

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