May 6-10 marks this year’s Construction Safety Week, where we recognize the vital importance of maintaining safe working conditions. Companies working in trades from pipefitting and electrical to HVAC and steel fabrication are spending time this week recommitting to proactive workplace safety. In this article, CPMCA contractor member ACCO Engineered Systems is sharing their top… Read more »
Hands-On Automatic Control Valve Training in San Diego
On January 22, 2024, CPMCA members gathered at the A&J Training Center in San Diego for a training session on Automatic Control Valve Product Application and Repair. Led by Jim Lugo from Watts Water Technologies, the training gave participants both technical insights and practical, on-the-job skills. The training session, organized by CPMCA in collaboration… Read more »
Empowering Future Leaders: Spotlight on CPMCA Scholarship Program
At CPMCA, we believe in investing in the future by supporting bright and ambitious students pursuing higher education. Our annual Scholarship Program aims to recognize outstanding individuals and provide them with financial assistance as they embark on their academic journeys. The scholarship, funded by our annual golf tournament, has been instrumental in empowering numerous students… Read more »
CPMCA Scholarship Application Open for 2024-2025 Academic Year
We are pleased to announce our annual CPMCA Scholarship, which we award to outstanding students in our industry! Below are the CPMCA Scholarship Guidelines and application forms. If you would like to recommend an individual for the 2024-2025 school year, please forward the attached information to the student to give them as much time as… Read more »
CPMCA Hosts Successful Networking Event at Cal Poly Pomona
CPMCA recently organized a Student Chapter Mixer at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), attracting around 80 students who were eager to learn more about the construction industry. The event gave these students a sneak peek into career opportunities in plumbing and mechanical contracting, including insightful conversations and valuable networking opportunities. One of the event’s… Read more »
Celebrating Women in Construction Week with Pan-Pacific Mechanical
Women in Construction Week (WIC Week) celebrates and promotes the vital role of women in the construction industry. Established by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) in 1998, WIC Week has grown to highlight the contributions of women across various roles within the industry. This year’s theme, ‘Keys to the Future,’ underscores the… Read more »
Swinging for Scholarships: CPMCA Golf Tournament Tees Up Future Industry Leaders
California sunshine and friendly competition set the stage for a highly anticipated event: CPMCA’s annual Career Development Scholarship Golf Tournament. Originally scheduled for 2023 but postponed due to Hurricane Hilary, the January 29th gathering at Newport Beach Country Club finally brought together over 180 golfers for a day dedicated to raising scholarship funds for future… Read more »
Apprentice Spotlight | Gavin Mckeown shares journey from UK to US to join the trades
Apprentice Competition Winner Shares Journey to Joining Local 250 It was about five years ago when Gavin McKeown, his wife and their kids left their homeland in the United Kingdom and ventured to California in search of his dream–a career in the trades. In 2023, McKeown placed 1st at both the California State United… Read more »
Q&A with District Council No. 16 Business Manager Rodney Cobos
We recently connected with Rodney Cobos, business manager and financial secretary for Southern California Pipe Trades District Council 16. Cobos shared his personal journey to joining union leadership and discussed the important role the union plays in the industry. Let’s dig deep and explore his thoughts about the union, its role and the future of… Read more »
Instructor Contributed Article | The More Things Change by Leah Gutmann
CPMCA instructor, Leah Gutmann, provides insight on the ever-changing mechanical contracting industry and how organizations can stay ahead of the curve. Over the course of my 30-year career in the mechanical contracting industry I can’t count the number of times I’ve heard the old saying “The more things change, the more they stay the… Read more »
