Language wasn't a barrier for #Bricklayer Volodymyr Tsurkan. Despite still learning English, his "can-do" attitude & incredible work ethic carried him through a successful winter of training.
Huge congrats to brother Volodymyr on passing his #welding test!
#UnionStrong
The new @buffalobillsnfl.bsky.social stadium is rising fast thanks to the elite skill of BAC craftworkers. See how they’re building a state-of-the-art home for #BillsMafia: shorturl.at/deQJ8
#WorksiteWednesday #SkilledTrades #BestHandsInTheBusiness
BAC Local 1 PA/DE was proud to sponsor the Skills Competition in Delaware! Congrats to the 12 talented students from Polytech & Hodgson Vo-Tech. Our top 3 winners are heading to the National SkillsUSA Competition: 🥇Mason Paolini🥈Grayson Ross🥉Gaige Benson
#SkillsUSA #UnionStrong
BAC Local 23 OH/WV/KY/MD welcomed 40 students from Vanguard-Sentinel CTC to our Northern #Ohio Regional Training Center! From laying #brick to #restoration, these students are ready to build the future. 💪
#UnionStrong #CommunityFirst #BuildingTomorrowTogether
Congrats to our 2nd-year PCC apprentices of BAC Local 1 MN/ND/SD for completing their program🙌We can’t wait to see the impact you make in the field! 🏗️💪
#SkilledTrades #UnionProud #apprenticeships
We are thrilled to announce that the Tozzer Anthropology Building at Harvard, built by the skilled craftworkers of BAC Local 3 MA/ME/NH/RI, has won the 2025 Harleston Parker Award sponsored by the Boston Society of Architects! 🏆
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#BestHandsInTheBusiness
BAC Local 2 Michigan #apprentices volunteered their time to build new dugouts for Schoolcraft Township Little League. Great work by the crew and mentors Eric Rice, Andy Bradley, and Nacho Amoles! ⚾️ 🧱💪
#UnionStrong #Solidarity #Community
Congrats to our latest round of #masonry #apprentices in #Canada!
Looking to join the trade? Check out BAC Local 1 Alberta’s spring/summer schedule and jumpstart your career: bacalberta.ca/training
#apprenticeship #SkilledTrades #BestHandsInTheBusiness
This week marks the 10th Anniversary of the @osha_dol Silica Standard! When OSHA released the final rule in 2016, it wasn’t just about compliance; it was about ensuring workers come home healthy.
#SafetyFirst #silicadust #workerprotections #construction #masonry
Laurie Harris spent 29 years in the field as a #bricklayer, PCC, and foreperson, and 6 years as an instructor.
Thank @aflcio.org for featuring sister Laurie!
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#tradeswomen #skilledtrades #builindgtomorrowtogether
BAC Local 1 PA/DE members got JAHN Certified! 💪
Under instructors Sean Kidd, Greg Gehanian & Matthew Schanbacher, our crew mastered precision #restoration & high-strength patch techniques.
Union training = The Gold Standard. 🏆
#UnionStrong #SkilledTrades #Masonry
Revolutionizing masonry training in NJ! BAC ADC of NJ and #Nagyedgroup launched a new VR training app with #EnvisionInnovativeSolutions, helping our #apprentices practice hand-eye coordination & high-altitude work in a safe, immersive environment.
#VRTraining #ConstructionTech #UnionStrong
Congratulations to our apprentices who showcased the superiority of our training programs, securing top spots in the
MCAA Masonry Skills Challenge at the 2026 World of Concrete!
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#BestHandsInTheBusiness #SkilledTrades #apprentices
At BAC, we never sacrifice safety for speed. 🚧 Safety isn't just a priority; it’s our standard, every single day.
#1uSafety #SafetyFirst #StopFalls
BAC Local 1 #Hawaii members Kimo, Jason & Gerry are installing new tile at the Maui War Memorial Gym 🤙🏽 This project improves the facility's capability as a hurricane shelter & upgrades it for community athletic events. #WorksiteWednesday
#BestHandsInTheBusiness #SkilledTrades
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with union-made pride! 🍻
#StPatricksDay #UnionStrong #Solidarity
Thank MCAA for featuring our sister Ashely Harris of BAC Local 1 WA/AK!
The full interview: shorturl.at/KuW5Q
#WomenInConstruction #Tradeswomen #skilledtrades #apprenticeships
A union isn’t about the individual; it’s about standing together. This is what a union is about.
Thank Union Labor Advisory Network for sharing.
#solidarity #UnionStrong #BuildingTomorrowTogether
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#SkilledTrades #UnionStrong
Huge congrats to our signatory contractor Continental Erectors on the successful installation of 167 Dukane Precast panels in Huntley. Coordination and skill getting the job done right: shorturl.at/qK3wt
#UnionStrong #BuildingTomorrowTogether #SkilledTrades
It’s #WorksiteWednesday at the Akron Zoo! 🐾We’re checking in on the progress of the new Veterinary Hospital with BAC Local 23 Apprentice/Job Steward Tray Collins and Journeyworker Scott Schooley. Great work, team!
#BestHandsInTheBusiness #SkilledTrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether
At a difficult point—unemployed, with a wife & kids to support—Benny was introduced to BAC Local 1 NY through IMI instructor Al Melendez. Today, Benny is a PCC #apprentice, works on historic landmarks, and earns good wages w/ unbeatable benefits.
#skilledtrades #unionstrong #BestHandsInTheBusiness
Keep it clean. Keep it for life. 🧱 Don't let improper cleaning compromise your #masonry’s durability. Join IMI tomorrow to learn the latest industry-standard protocols and eco-friendly strategies for long-term preservation.
Secure your spot: hubs.la/Q044Xj0g0
#skilledtrades #SustainableBuilding
What drives our Local 9 PA apprentices to build a better future? 💪It’s all about earning while learning, craftsmanship, stability, and a debt-free path to a rewarding career. Check out what they have to say about their journey.
#SkilledTrades #BetterInAUnion #apprenticeships
Happy #WorksiteWednesday! 🚧 BAC Local 1 Hawaii members are hard at work installing stone riprap at the Makena Ranch project. Quality craftsmanship in paradise! 🛠️🌺
#BestHandsInTheBusiness #SkilledTrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether
Congratulations to our very own Liliana Calderon-Castillo for being named a 2026 Construction Champion! 🏆 So well-deserved! 👏
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#WomenInConstruction #Tradeswomen #constructionchampions #WomenInConstructionWeek #leadingtheway
March marks the 10th Anniversary of National #LadderSafetyMonth!🪜For a decade, the American Ladder Institute has been dedicated to reducing injuries and saving lives through education and training. Let’s make 2026 the safest year yet!
#laddersafety #workplacesafety #safetyfirst #nlsm2026
Kudos to Local 1 WA/AK for leading the charge on critical seismic safety legislation. Their advocacy protects our communities and ensures skilled union professionals are reinforcing Washington’s infrastructure. 🏗️💪
#UnionStrong #SafetyFirst #BuildingTomorrowTogether
Transitioning from non-union jobs to the union gave Zakiyah Sayyed of BAC Local 1 NY the sense of belonging. She believes the delicate balance of strength and artistry needed for restoration makes masonry a perfect career path for women.
#UnionStrong #skilledtrades #tradeswomen
