Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #218

02/12/2026

Sheet Metal Workers Local 218 is currently accepting applications for our apprenticeship program.
If you know someone who may be interested in a career in the construction industry—whether they’re just starting out or looking for a new path—please help spread the word and point them in our direction.
Our apprenticeship offers paid, hands-on training, strong wages, and benefits while learning the trade.
More information and the application can be found here:
👉 www.smart218training.org
Thank you for helping us grow the next generation of sheet metal workers. Here are some pictures our members sent in of the architectural side of our trade.

01/13/2026

Apprentice Applications Now Open

Sheet Metal Workers Local 218 is currently accepting applications for our apprenticeship program.

If you know someone who may be interested in a career in the construction industry—whether they’re just starting out or looking for a new path—please help spread the word and point them in our direction.

Our apprenticeship offers paid, hands-on training, strong wages, and benefits while learning the trade.

More information and the application can be found here:
👉 www.smart218training.org

Thank you for helping us grow the next generation of sheet metal workers.

11/19/2025

Thank you to Christian Mitchell, candidate for Lt. Governor, for stopping by our booth at the CIBCTC Career Day.
We had a great day talking with students and community members interested in opportunities in the trades. If you’d like to learn more about a career in the sheet metal industry, visit:
https://www.smart-union.org/smartcareers/sheet-metal-union-work-opportunities-central-illinois/

08/29/2025

2025 Labor Day Celebration
Monday, September 1st, 2025

03/19/2025

Looking for a hands-on career with great pay and excellent benefits? Our Sheet Metal Apprenticeship in Decatur is open for applications this week and next!

✅ Earn while you learn
✅ Job security in a high-demand trade
✅ Top-tier benefits

Don’t miss your chance to start a rewarding career in sheet metal! Apply now and build your future with us.

The Decatur JATC is accepting applications for Apprenticeship. Please share this with anyone who is interested.

03/12/2025

Deadline Approaching!
Applications for apprenticeship in Springfield are due this Friday 3/14. If anyone is interested go to https://www.sheetmetalworkers218s.com/apprenticeship-program/ to apply.

Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Program with Local provides education and hands-on training to prepare future sheet metal workers for their careers.

03/12/2025

The Decatur JATC is accepting applications for Apprenticeship. Please share this with anyone who is interested.

02/24/2025

We’re proud to share that two of our members, Andrew and Thomas Moore have been spotlighted by the IL AFL-CIO for Black History Month! Their hard work, dedication, and contributions to the trade continue to make a lasting impact.

Andrew and Thomas are a father/son duo from Local 218.

When asked to reflect on , they both shared that as a union family, it is an opportunity for them to keep fighting for equality and taking action to make the world a better place.

02/17/2025

The Champaign JATC is accepting applications this week. Please share this with anyone interested in being an Sheet Metal Worker apprentice in Champaign.

11/20/2024

https://www.wandtv.com/central-illinois-building-trades-unions-host-career-day-at-bank-of-springfield/video_ace675d1-f1a8-5e4f-af07-80d1acd15ea6.html.html

Check out our member Emily Tisckos talking about the constant need for construction workers. If you or someone you know is interested in a career in sheet metal go to https://www.smart218.org/ to learn more!

Click here to view this video from WAND.

11/15/2024

Check out this awesome shot of a crane setting an air handler at Taylorville Memorial Hospital! Our skilled members, currently working for E.L. Pruitt, are making it happen.
It’s a beautiful day for November, and an even better day to appreciate the craftsmanship and teamwork that goes into projects like this.
Interested in a career in sheet metal? Visit www.smart218.org to learn more and contact us today!