Greater Boston Plumbing Contractors Association

Are you or someone you know interested in learning an invaluable licensed skill while working for world class employers who provide the best wages and benefits in the region? See below for an opportunity to become a Plumber Apprentice at the Plumbers and Gasfitters Local 12 Training Program! https://lnkd.in/eiP66aqM #GBPCA #Local12

It was a pleasure for the PCA to help facilitate a tour of the Central Energy Plant at Tufts University by Somerville High School's Plumbing Shop Somerville Public Schools They explained to students how the facility uses cogeneration to create electricity and repurposes steam to provide heat for campus buildings. A huge thank you to Bryan and Ryan from the Plant staff for an insightful tour of the plant. Thanks as well to Greg Walters and Rocco DiRico for helping coordinate and making this visit possible. And shout out to the students for their awesome participation and attention throughout the visit. It's always inspiring to see the next generation of plumbers getting excited about the industry and the PCA is proud to help make that happen. #GBPCA #Local12

Well said Jim Bent!

The PCA is proud to have such longstanding and dedicated partners like Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company and Davenport Associates! Thank you!

It was great to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week at the Local 12 Training Center with a visit from the Governor's Apprenticeship Council. Secretary of The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD) Lauren Jones joined to speak about the importance of apprenticeships and the continuation of this annual celebration. She and Undersecretary Josh Cutler also met with apprentices to hear their stories about joining Local 12 and the impact it has had on their lives. The PCA and Local 12 are proud to welcome the council into our joint Training Center to see first-hand how our facility prepares the next generation of plumbers. Thank you to everyone who could be involved! #GBPCA #Local12

It was a pleasure to join American Plumbing & Heating to host Quincy High School's Plumbing students Quincy Public Schools A huge thank you to Daniel Bent and Jim Bent for making time to welcome the group in. Thanks as well to Billy Ferguson for an insightful tour of the prefab shop. Shout out to Quincy's Plumbing instructor Chuck Hannaford and guidance counselor Brendan Cunningham for bringing the students over. And, of course, thanks to the students for participating and asking great questions. It was a fantastic day to see the next generation of our industry in action. The PCA is proud to help support and inspire these future plumbers!

It was a pleasure for PCA to visit Madison Park High School in Boston last week on Halloween! Boston Public Schools We teamed up with DEWALT Tool to show students some of their latest innovations and give a fantastic hands-on experience. From trying out new pipe cutters and expansion tools to practicing proper hanger installation, it was an all around exciting and educational day. Special thanks to Ryan Tuttle, Jack Armour, and Joseph Eagers from Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. for being incredible instructors and helping to put this event together. And of course, thanks to all the students for their engagement to make it such a great day. The future of the plumbing industry looks bright in their hands! #gbpca #local12

It was a pleasure for the PCA to help sponsor the first annual Best Buddies Trunk or Treat at Trinton Regional High School! Kids stopped by decorated cars to ask for candy and it was a lot of Halloween fun for the whole community. Thanks to PCA President Paul Dionne, owner of P.J. Dionne Company, Inc. and Nicholas Rio for bringing the Halloween spirit with their safety truck covered in spooky decorations. Special thanks to Caitlin Rio for the opportunity to get involved. And a huge thanks to everyone who participated and helped make it such a great day! Best Buddies in Massachusetts & Rhode Island Triton Regional School District #PCA #Local12

It was great to visit Somerville High School's Plumbing Shop Somerville Public Schools yesterday to talk about the Local 12 Apprenticeship Program! Special thanks to Shawn Corey from Swagelok for delivering an expert Tube Fitting Installation Training. This hands-on workshop gave students a solid look into critical skills like proper tube cutting, deburring, and Swagelok compression fitting assembly. Huge shoutout to Mr. McGrath for making time for us to stop by. Thanks to all the students as well, who were engaging and asking great questions. It was an inspiring day, and we at PCA couldn’t be prouder to help shape the next generation of skilled plumbers!

It was a pleasure to join the East Boston Library, Boston Public Library, to host an Information Session for the Local 12 Apprenticeship Application 2025. Special thanks to the library and their staff for making this possible, and to all the attendees who were able to join. Please note that the session scheduled for 10/24 in Hyde Park has been POSTPONED until further notice. Some dates and times have been adjusted as well due to library availability. Please help spread the word and reach out to the PCA with questions. Our next session will be held at the Mattapan Library on October 29th from 6-7pm. 🔗When: October 29th, 6-7 PM 📍Where: Mattapan Library - 1350 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan, MA 02126 FRIENDLY REMINDER: No documents or materials are required for the Information Sessions — just bring your ears and come ready to learn more about the application process. Library staff will offer general interview advice and resume feedback if you have one. We look forward to seeing you there!