Sheet Metal Workers International Association

Represents more than 4,300 skilled and licensed sheet metal workers serving residential, commercial, and industrial projects. The organization connects signatory contractors with trained workers and supports members through wage advocacy, health and retirement benefits, safety instruction, and skills training. It also operates apprenticeship and training programs, including testing and education related to sheet metal work, testing, adjusting, and balancing. Local 19 covers Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, with the joint Apprenticeship Fund serving Philadelphia and vicinity. The union also participates in community events, workplace advocacy, and discussions concerning custom fabrication and fire life safety. Its Philadelphia-area presence supports workers pursuing careers in the sheet metal trade through apprenticeship opportunities and related training.