32BJ Training Fund
@32bjtraining.bsky.social
Educating Workers to build environments where you want to live and work. Offering over 250 courses from Plumbing and Electricity, to ESL, Citizenship and HSE prep, and many others. From New England to Miami...
We’re pleased to welcome Kenisha “KT” Dockery, a multi-faceted instructor (and person) teaching in our Philadelphia location. KT brings her vast and deep experience to her students and is a professional and personal role model for the women and men in her classes. youtu.be/Da1LIbfRV3M
32BJ Building Stories Podcast, Episode 14: KT Dockery
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September 17, 2026 at 2:34 PM
We’re pleased to welcome Kenisha “KT” Dockery, a multi-faceted instructor (and person) teaching in our Philadelphia location. KT brings her vast and deep experience to her students and is a professional and personal role model for the women and men in her classes. youtu.be/Da1LIbfRV3M
Are you ready to learn something new?
You can still register for one of our 200+ courses in dozens of locations or online. From green building tech to computer basics, there is something for everyone.
Check out the full list of courses at www.32bjmemberportal.org. See you in class!
You can still register for one of our 200+ courses in dozens of locations or online. From green building tech to computer basics, there is something for everyone.
Check out the full list of courses at www.32bjmemberportal.org. See you in class!
September 16, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Are you ready to learn something new?
You can still register for one of our 200+ courses in dozens of locations or online. From green building tech to computer basics, there is something for everyone.
Check out the full list of courses at www.32bjmemberportal.org. See you in class!
You can still register for one of our 200+ courses in dozens of locations or online. From green building tech to computer basics, there is something for everyone.
Check out the full list of courses at www.32bjmemberportal.org. See you in class!
A busy Saturday: it's Welcome Back, a day to prepare for the new school year, with instructors on site from FL to Manhattan. Our keynote speaker, Steve Garnett, discussed cognitive load theory--an understanding of the human brain's processing power & an instructor's ability to maximize it.
September 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
A busy Saturday: it's Welcome Back, a day to prepare for the new school year, with instructors on site from FL to Manhattan. Our keynote speaker, Steve Garnett, discussed cognitive load theory--an understanding of the human brain's processing power & an instructor's ability to maximize it.
A NYPL library card is a passport to free books, movies, music, newspapers, historical documents, databases, programming for adults & children, and much more. We're grateful that reps will be on site to assist members with getting their own card.
Bring a photo ID & a bill w/ current address.
Bring a photo ID & a bill w/ current address.
September 9, 2026 at 8:46 PM
A NYPL library card is a passport to free books, movies, music, newspapers, historical documents, databases, programming for adults & children, and much more. We're grateful that reps will be on site to assist members with getting their own card.
Bring a photo ID & a bill w/ current address.
Bring a photo ID & a bill w/ current address.
For this episode, we’re pleased to welcome Daniel Marcovici, Supervisor, Industry Operations for the 32BJ Training Fund.
A lifelong “handyperson,” family man, and all-around “good guy,” Daniel is an integral part of our facilities team.
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A lifelong “handyperson,” family man, and all-around “good guy,” Daniel is an integral part of our facilities team.
bit.ly/4zVsikp
32BJ Building Stories Podcast, Episode 15: Daniel Marcovici
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September 3, 2026 at 2:44 PM
For this episode, we’re pleased to welcome Daniel Marcovici, Supervisor, Industry Operations for the 32BJ Training Fund.
A lifelong “handyperson,” family man, and all-around “good guy,” Daniel is an integral part of our facilities team.
bit.ly/4zVsikp
A lifelong “handyperson,” family man, and all-around “good guy,” Daniel is an integral part of our facilities team.
bit.ly/4zVsikp
We're excited to introduce you to one of our most devoted, and beloved members in Pittsburgh, Sindy Chavez. Listen to Sindy tell why she loves her Training Fund classes.
And don't forget, fall registration is open everywhere. Go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call 888-284-3225. Classes start 9/19.
And don't forget, fall registration is open everywhere. Go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call 888-284-3225. Classes start 9/19.
September 1, 2026 at 9:53 PM
We're excited to introduce you to one of our most devoted, and beloved members in Pittsburgh, Sindy Chavez. Listen to Sindy tell why she loves her Training Fund classes.
And don't forget, fall registration is open everywhere. Go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call 888-284-3225. Classes start 9/19.
And don't forget, fall registration is open everywhere. Go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call 888-284-3225. Classes start 9/19.
The 14th 32BJ Training Fund's Building Stories podcast, centering the voices of working people...
For this episode, we’re pleased to welcome Cheryl Pennant, 32BJ member, Bargaining and Training Fund Advisory Committee member, mentor, and so much more...find out how much, on this episode.
For this episode, we’re pleased to welcome Cheryl Pennant, 32BJ member, Bargaining and Training Fund Advisory Committee member, mentor, and so much more...find out how much, on this episode.
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast, Episode 14: Cheryl Pennant
Podcast Episode · 32BJ Training Fund: Building Stories Podcast · August 20 · 25m
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August 20, 2026 at 7:57 PM
The 14th 32BJ Training Fund's Building Stories podcast, centering the voices of working people...
For this episode, we’re pleased to welcome Cheryl Pennant, 32BJ member, Bargaining and Training Fund Advisory Committee member, mentor, and so much more...find out how much, on this episode.
For this episode, we’re pleased to welcome Cheryl Pennant, 32BJ member, Bargaining and Training Fund Advisory Committee member, mentor, and so much more...find out how much, on this episode.
Fall registration is now open.
More than 200 classes in dozens of locations across the East Coast, and online, are available for FREE to 32BJ members!
Check out www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225 to register.
Classes start Saturday, September 19.
More than 200 classes in dozens of locations across the East Coast, and online, are available for FREE to 32BJ members!
Check out www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225 to register.
Classes start Saturday, September 19.
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August 11, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Fall registration is now open.
More than 200 classes in dozens of locations across the East Coast, and online, are available for FREE to 32BJ members!
Check out www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225 to register.
Classes start Saturday, September 19.
More than 200 classes in dozens of locations across the East Coast, and online, are available for FREE to 32BJ members!
Check out www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225 to register.
Classes start Saturday, September 19.
This morning the 32BJ Training Fund catalog team went out to the factory of DG3, our printer in Jersey City, to see the New York catalog cover and text come off the presses. Here are some remarkable videos and photos of the actual catalogs being created. (1/2)
August 7, 2026 at 8:26 PM
This morning the 32BJ Training Fund catalog team went out to the factory of DG3, our printer in Jersey City, to see the New York catalog cover and text come off the presses. Here are some remarkable videos and photos of the actual catalogs being created. (1/2)
For the 13th episode of our podcast, we’re pleased to welcome Keith Becker, a member here in Manhattan. Keith is an experienced lighting expert, moving rapidly toward his Refrigeration Systems Operating Engineer License.
youtu.be/LJDmD86sa64?...
youtu.be/LJDmD86sa64?...
32BJ Training Fund Podcast Episode 13: Keith Becker
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August 7, 2026 at 2:48 PM
For the 13th episode of our podcast, we’re pleased to welcome Keith Becker, a member here in Manhattan. Keith is an experienced lighting expert, moving rapidly toward his Refrigeration Systems Operating Engineer License.
youtu.be/LJDmD86sa64?...
youtu.be/LJDmD86sa64?...
Congratulations, Philly!
Friday wrapped up our graduations. More than 1300 members from across the Eastern Seaboard finished this school year with a variety of certificates and career tracks. We are so proud of all your hard work!
Friday wrapped up our graduations. More than 1300 members from across the Eastern Seaboard finished this school year with a variety of certificates and career tracks. We are so proud of all your hard work!
July 27, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Congratulations, Philly!
Friday wrapped up our graduations. More than 1300 members from across the Eastern Seaboard finished this school year with a variety of certificates and career tracks. We are so proud of all your hard work!
Friday wrapped up our graduations. More than 1300 members from across the Eastern Seaboard finished this school year with a variety of certificates and career tracks. We are so proud of all your hard work!
For our 12th episode, Glenn welcomed Justin Nuñez, a member here in Manhattan. Justin is currently a skilled, conscientious, and people-oriented Doorperson, but, as you’ll hear, his ambitions will take him to even greater career heights.
youtu.be/xOBtZcIWu30?...
youtu.be/xOBtZcIWu30?...
32BJ Training Fund Podcast Episode 12: Justin Nuñez
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July 23, 2026 at 3:04 PM
For our 12th episode, Glenn welcomed Justin Nuñez, a member here in Manhattan. Justin is currently a skilled, conscientious, and people-oriented Doorperson, but, as you’ll hear, his ambitions will take him to even greater career heights.
youtu.be/xOBtZcIWu30?...
youtu.be/xOBtZcIWu30?...
For this episode, we’re pleased and honored to welcome Manny Pastreich, President of 32BJ SEIU. Manny talks to us about a life in organizing, going back to his roots, his work on behalf of Union members today, and his positive experience with the Training Fund. youtu.be/PRq5oPlfLM4?...
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast: Episode 11: Manny Pastreich
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July 2, 2026 at 2:50 PM
For this episode, we’re pleased and honored to welcome Manny Pastreich, President of 32BJ SEIU. Manny talks to us about a life in organizing, going back to his roots, his work on behalf of Union members today, and his positive experience with the Training Fund. youtu.be/PRq5oPlfLM4?...
Be sure to visit our podcast pages tomorrow as Episode 11 of the 32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast is one you’ll not want to miss. We spoke with someone in a unique position to discuss every aspect of “the 32BJ Universe”!
bit.ly/4f9YacF OR youtube.com/@32BJTrainingFund
bit.ly/4f9YacF OR youtube.com/@32BJTrainingFund
32BJ Training Fund: Building Stories Podcast
Society & Culture Podcast · The 32BJ Training Fund’s “Building Stories” audio podcast shares conversation and stories from people in the building services world, including members, employers, instruct...
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July 1, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Be sure to visit our podcast pages tomorrow as Episode 11 of the 32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast is one you’ll not want to miss. We spoke with someone in a unique position to discuss every aspect of “the 32BJ Universe”!
bit.ly/4f9YacF OR youtube.com/@32BJTrainingFund
bit.ly/4f9YacF OR youtube.com/@32BJTrainingFund
We’ll be at this exciting, sold-out event with our partners at CNYC this evening, speaking about decarbonization and sustainability! be-exchange.org/cutting-carb...
Cutting Carbon in Co-ops & Condos: A Workshop to Plan for Local Law 97 & Beyond - Building Energy Exchange
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June 25, 2026 at 9:01 PM
We’ll be at this exciting, sold-out event with our partners at CNYC this evening, speaking about decarbonization and sustainability! be-exchange.org/cutting-carb...
For this episode, we're thrilled to welcome our colleague Michaela Boren-Kapadia, Manager, Green Programs. Michaela shares her personal journey from the mountains of the Philippines, to her early research work, to her accomplishments leading 32BJ Training’s Green Buildings program.
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bit.ly/4ozKTx8
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast: Episode 10: Michaela Boren-Kapadia
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June 18, 2026 at 10:26 PM
For this episode, we're thrilled to welcome our colleague Michaela Boren-Kapadia, Manager, Green Programs. Michaela shares her personal journey from the mountains of the Philippines, to her early research work, to her accomplishments leading 32BJ Training’s Green Buildings program.
bit.ly/4ozKTx8
bit.ly/4ozKTx8
Learn something new with us this summer for free! Registration is open for all locations across the East Coast, and for remote (via Zoom) courses. We look forward to seeing you in class.
To find all your class options, and to register, go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225.
To find all your class options, and to register, go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225.
June 17, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Learn something new with us this summer for free! Registration is open for all locations across the East Coast, and for remote (via Zoom) courses. We look forward to seeing you in class.
To find all your class options, and to register, go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225.
To find all your class options, and to register, go to www.32bjmemberportal.org or call us at 888-284-3225.
A special moment from last week’s 32BJ Training Fund Scholarship Luncheon celebration is winner Arjan Shellira’s beautiful tribute to her dad, 32BJ member Arjan Shellira.
June 15, 2026 at 7:19 PM
A special moment from last week’s 32BJ Training Fund Scholarship Luncheon celebration is winner Arjan Shellira’s beautiful tribute to her dad, 32BJ member Arjan Shellira.
Our latest podcast episode is up! Listen to Glenn interview one of our most fascinating instructors, Raffie Saleem.
youtu.be/jpQFlG2TK0g?...
youtu.be/jpQFlG2TK0g?...
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast: Episode 9: Raffie Saleem
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June 4, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Our latest podcast episode is up! Listen to Glenn interview one of our most fascinating instructors, Raffie Saleem.
youtu.be/jpQFlG2TK0g?...
youtu.be/jpQFlG2TK0g?...
In our 8th episode, Glenn speaks to Cristian Serrano, a member in Manhattan. Having completed 60+ Training Fund courses and earned the praise of some of our most rigorous instructors, Cristian’s experience is a beacon for other members.
Listen on Apple Podcasts or here: youtu.be/uG_W2hYX6aU?...
Listen on Apple Podcasts or here: youtu.be/uG_W2hYX6aU?...
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast: Episode 8: Cristian Serrano
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June 1, 2026 at 9:23 PM
In our 8th episode, Glenn speaks to Cristian Serrano, a member in Manhattan. Having completed 60+ Training Fund courses and earned the praise of some of our most rigorous instructors, Cristian’s experience is a beacon for other members.
Listen on Apple Podcasts or here: youtu.be/uG_W2hYX6aU?...
Listen on Apple Podcasts or here: youtu.be/uG_W2hYX6aU?...
A @nypl.bsky.social card is not just a ticket to thousands of free books, but to museums, music & more!
We're excited that this Thursday afternoon NYPL reps will be at our HQ in Manhattan (25 West 18th Street) assisting members get their library cards. Bring one ID and a bill with your address.
We're excited that this Thursday afternoon NYPL reps will be at our HQ in Manhattan (25 West 18th Street) assisting members get their library cards. Bring one ID and a bill with your address.
May 11, 2026 at 9:04 PM
A @nypl.bsky.social card is not just a ticket to thousands of free books, but to museums, music & more!
We're excited that this Thursday afternoon NYPL reps will be at our HQ in Manhattan (25 West 18th Street) assisting members get their library cards. Bring one ID and a bill with your address.
We're excited that this Thursday afternoon NYPL reps will be at our HQ in Manhattan (25 West 18th Street) assisting members get their library cards. Bring one ID and a bill with your address.
Episode 7 of our podcast is now live! Listen to Pittsburgh member, Luwaunna Adams, tell her story--how her varied background and quest for excellence have now landed her an instructor's position with the Training Fund.
Hear it on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3...
Hear it on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3...
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast: Episode 7: Luwaunna Adams
Podcast Episode · 32BJ Training Fund: Building Stories Podcast · May 7 · 27m
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May 7, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Episode 7 of our podcast is now live! Listen to Pittsburgh member, Luwaunna Adams, tell her story--how her varied background and quest for excellence have now landed her an instructor's position with the Training Fund.
Hear it on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3...
Hear it on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3...
Thrilled to post the 6th 32BJ Training Fund Building Stories podcast, with 32BJ Funds Developer J. Gore, who was instrumental in developing the new Member Portal app.
Listen here. Will post on YouTube for non-Apple users early next week.
#32BJTraining #Apps #Union
Listen here. Will post on YouTube for non-Apple users early next week.
#32BJTraining #Apps #Union
32BJ Training Fund Building Stories Podcast: Episode 6: J. Gore
Podcast Episode · 32BJ Training Fund: Building Stories Podcast · April 24 · 13m
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April 24, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Thrilled to post the 6th 32BJ Training Fund Building Stories podcast, with 32BJ Funds Developer J. Gore, who was instrumental in developing the new Member Portal app.
Listen here. Will post on YouTube for non-Apple users early next week.
#32BJTraining #Apps #Union
Listen here. Will post on YouTube for non-Apple users early next week.
#32BJTraining #Apps #Union
Last week, staff and instructors participated in a demonstration of new equipment now available in our Security courses. Take a look!
And ready to join us for Spring semester? You can still sign up! Check our all your options at www.32bjmemberportal.org.
And ready to join us for Spring semester? You can still sign up! Check our all your options at www.32bjmemberportal.org.
April 14, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Last week, staff and instructors participated in a demonstration of new equipment now available in our Security courses. Take a look!
And ready to join us for Spring semester? You can still sign up! Check our all your options at www.32bjmemberportal.org.
And ready to join us for Spring semester? You can still sign up! Check our all your options at www.32bjmemberportal.org.
Check out our latest episode of the Building Stories podcast, featuring Maryland Air Conditioning & Refrigeration instructor Eduardo Ochoa: youtu.be/o4UClPfrCdQ?...
Building Stories Podcast: Episode 5--Eduardo Ochoa
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April 9, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Check out our latest episode of the Building Stories podcast, featuring Maryland Air Conditioning & Refrigeration instructor Eduardo Ochoa: youtu.be/o4UClPfrCdQ?...