 Nathan Merhige (third from left) of DMV-based Iron Workers Local 5 nabbed first place in the 2022 Outstanding Ironworkers Apprenticeship Competition, which wrapped up last Saturday. The event showcased the talent of the union’s apprentices as they prepare to take on big challenges at the jobsite. Patrick Coughlin (second from left) of Local 736 and Sawyer Sokoliwski (third from right) of Local 728 took second- and third-place prizes, respectively. Female apprentice Minna Long from Local 29 completed the column climbing portion of the competition in 17 seconds—beating out 99% of her male competitors. “Over the duration of the competition, great skill, dedication, hard work and sportsmanship like none other were displayed,” the Ironworkers said on Facebook. “We are proud to be the best of the best, and every competitor proved that true!”
- Adapted from a report in the AFL-CIO Daily Brief Comments are closed.
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