Sheet Metal Local 16

This Memorial Day, Sheet Metal Local 16 honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication allow us to live and work in freedom every day.

Today, we pause to reflect, give thanks, and stand united in gratitude.

Sheet Metal Local 16 is excited to highlight Caroline Smith, whose journey into the trades began after completing Oregon Tradeswomen’s TACC pre-apprenticeship program. From the start, Caroline hit the ground running and quickly embraced the opportunities that came with pursuing a career in the sheet metal trade.

She later moved to Central Oregon for a job, where she discovered a love for mountain life and enjoys spending her free time hiking and camping year-round. The balance of working in the trades and exploring the outdoors has made Central Oregon the perfect place for Caroline to build both her career and lifestyle.

Today, Caroline is proud to be a Sheet Metal Journeyman with Local 16. Along the way, she has volunteered for outreach events, attended conferences, and connected with incredible people throughout the industry. For Caroline, the journey has been life-changing, and she continues to learn, grow, and take on new opportunities with every season.

Join us in celebrating Caroline and the incredible women helping build the future of our industry.

Learn More HERE:
https://www.smw16.org/women-of-smart-local-16-2026

WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK... Sheet Metal Local 16 is proud to highlight Madyson Ebert, whose path into the trades wasn’t a straight line. While working at a job that lacked a clear future, a chance conversation with a customer changed everything. After sharing her love for physical, hands-on work, the customer introduced her to Oregon Tradeswomen, sparking Madyson’s curiosity about the possibilities in the trades.

During Oregon Tradeswomen’s program, a visit to the Sheet Metal Institute sealed her decision to pursue sheet metal as a career. Nearly ten years later, Madyson has contributed to projects across a wide range of industries, from schools and research facilities to data centers and high-tech buildings. She’s currently working in Boise on a project involving Fiberglass Reinforced Pipe, a challenge she embraces as part of her continued growth.

Madyson feels fortunate for the unique blend of jobs and connections she’s made over the years, and she continues to take pride in building both structures and lasting relationships within the trade.

Join us in celebrating Madyson and the incredible women helping build the future of our industry.

Learn More HERE:
https://www.smw16.org/women-of-smart-local-16-2026