The following is the class schedule for the Local 18 Cement Mason Apprenticeship. I hope this is self-explanatory, but if you have any questions please feel free to call. Eric Steele 309-966-2475.Classes will be held at the JATF Training Center, 5601 N. Main (IL 116), East Peoria, IL 61611. ​ Hours for the classes will be from 8:00am until 4:00pm Monday - Thursday and 8:00am until noon on Fridays. ​ Mandatory to attend classes: You must bring with you any hours sheets that you have not turned in, and any fines that you owe, with you on the first day you are scheduled for class.

The Apprenticeship program includes Hands on training.

We welcome all the new members to our Local 18 family.

We would like to thank all of the mentors who took the time to help teach our apprentices skills and knowledge in our trade to secure the future of Local 18. Our mentors are presented with gifts of appreciation.

Congratulations to all on a job well done.

We had a great time at the graduation dinner.

Some of the new Plaster Apprentices getting some hands on experience. This group of individuals is on their way to a rewarding career utilizing a time-honored trade...

Plasterers Business Agent Curtis Harn presents Local 18 member Michael Dicks with his 30 Year Gold Card. Congrats Michael!

President Scott Nimmo (right) presenting Journeyman Timothy Kiley with his 40 year Gold Card.

Business Manager, Mark Winkler presenting Brother Gordon Hamblen, Journeyman Mason with his 30 year Gold Card. Congrats Gordon!

Congrats to Ronald Sanders on receiving his 30 year Gold Card! Below you can see Brother Mark Winkler presenting it to him. Another dedicated hard working Local 18 member hitting 30 years!