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		Wake up, HISD, we're missing an opportunity [3/6/2008] - School district should insist that contractors for its construction projects offer needed apprenticeships more
		Saavedra deal debated [3/4/2008] - The clock is winding down.  The opponents are still wound up.  And, with less than a month before voters consider the Houston school district's $805 million bond porposal, Superintendent Abelardo Saavedra must be getting nervous. link
		Win for Community [3/3/2008] - Houston Independent School District Students who live in the communit will be trained in a skilled construction trade.  Most important of all, they will receive a livable wage and receive insurance for themselves and their family.  link
		Lisa's article is way off the mark! [3/3/2008] - Lisa's article is way off the mark.  Saavedra and Lindsey should be applauded for stepping outside the box and doing something positive for our kids in the community. link

Welcome to the Sheet Metal Workers - Local 54 of Texas

The Officers of Sheet Metal Workers Local 54 welcome you to our website. Local 54 has represented hard working men and women since 1890, while at the same time improving the lives of our members and their families. Our jurisdiction covers 34 counties in Southeast Texas. We represent workers in the manufacturing industry who produce air distribution devices and accessories, such as grilles, diffusers, mixing boxes, terminal units, fire dampers and flexible duct. In addition, our building trades members fabricate and install a variety of sheet metal products in both the industrial and commercial setting.

Throughout our jurisdiction our members have worked on and successfully completed some of the most prominent construction projects such as the Houston Astrodome, Reliant Stadium, Toyota Center, Hilton Americas Downtown Hotel and the South Texas Nuclear Operating Facility. In addition, our members perform work at chemical plants, refineries, schools, churches, hospitals, prisons and commercial buildings.

Union sheet metal workers are the most knowledgeable and productive workers in America. We take pride in craftsmanship and it’s our work ethic and professionalism that makes us the most desirable workforce in the region.

Our state of the art training facilities are the finest in the industry and available to all indentured Apprentices, Journeypersons, Classified workers and Pre Apprentice Trainees all of which belong to LU# 54. Please go to Apprenticeship Training or Upgrade Training Programs for additional information.

Thank you for visiting our website.