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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

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

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.