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Shop Steward Class
Join us for our next Shop Steward Class...... Tuesday, December 8, 2026
In Memory of Brother Michael K. Barber
Local 28 is saddened to announce the passing of Brother Michael K. Barber.
Job Posting - Architectural Instructor
The Joint Apprenticeship Committee is seeking to hire a fulltime Architectural Instructor for the SMART Local 28 Apprentice Training Center.
SPECIAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS
SMART Local 28 Special Election to fill the vacant Business Representative position, as well as any other permanent vacancies.......
💗THE TINKNOCKERS 💗 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
THE TINKNOCKERS Team of LOCAL 28 is pleased to announce......
57th Annual Honor Roll Night
Local 28 will hold its 57th Annual Honor Roll Night on Friday, November 20, 2026
BECOME A SHEET METAL WORKER WITH LOCAL UNION 28
The Local 28 Sheet Metal Workers Apprenticeship Program is seeking qualified applicants for our 5-year earn-while-you-learn program preparing you for a career in the Sheet Metal Industry.
In Memory of Joanne Laskas
Sheet Metal Workers’ Local Union 28 is saddened to announce the passing of Joanne Laskas
NYS Building Trades Child Care Scholarship Program is HERE
The New York State Building Trades Child Care Scholarship Program is a transformative pilot program for working families!
In Memory of Brother John McCurdy
Local 28 is saddened to announce the passing of Brother John McCurdy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones.
IN MEMORY OF CORNELIA FILPO
Local Union 28 is saddened to announce the passing of Cornelia Filpo
Fundraising for Run Your Way 2026- Cystic Fibrosis Awareness
Brother Alex Frunzi, a proud 26-year member of the Local 28 Sheet Metal Workers Union is training for his 4th Ironman Triathlon on May 16, 2026 to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis which affects so many of our loved ones.
Eric Meslin - 11th General Vice President
It is with great pride and enthusiasm that Local 28 announces that our President and Business Manager, Brother Eric Meslin, has been elected to serve as the 11th General Vice President of SMART, effective February 9,2026.
TABB Supervisor Training Now Available Online
We are pleased to announce the TABB Supervisor Training has officially launched and is available online through the NEMI website.
In Memory of Brother Charles 'The Horse' Comi
Local 28 is saddened to announce the passing of Brother Charles "The Horse" Comi. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Child Care Help is on the way!
SMART (Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with TOOTRiS, a leading provider of on-demand childcare services.
RENEW YOUR SITE SAFETY TRAINING CARDS (SST)
If your SST Card is due to expire within 1 year, you are eligible for Refresher Training. Please see the NYC DOB Notice for your options.
Important Update: Hospital/Medical Insurance ID Cards
Urgent Message Regarding your Hospital/Medical insurance ID cards!!! Go to our Members Only page for details HERE. Please share with your Sisters and Brothers.
Preparing Union Sheet Metal Workers for Business Ownership
ITI Business Development was developed to help union sheet metal workers who are considering going into business for themselves, to prepare for the challenges involved in becoming SMART union contractors.