Who We Are
About Smart Local18

About Us
Building a tradition of quality and community.

Our Craft
The careers behind the craft.

Values & Mission Statement
Embracing a culture of inclusivity.

Leadership
Full-time officers, executive board, trustees,
conductor/warden.

Code of Excellence
Working with skill, pride and integrity on every job.
Membership Portal

Member Login
Login to your member account.

Collective Bargaining Agreements (Member Access Only)
Download the latest collective bargaining agreements for your area.

Join Us
Sheet Metal Opportunities In Wisconsin.
International Union

SMART International Union
Representing sheet metal, air, rail and transportation workers across the U.S. and Canada.
Why Join
What Members Get

Membership Overview
Our Local Union offers a variety of ways for members to get involved. Find out below how you can be a part of strengthening this Union.

Join SMART Local 18
Sheet Metal Opportunities In Wisconsin.

Learn About Wages & Benefits
Maximizing membership benefits with your rewarding advantage.
Member Benefits

Benefits + Discounts
Maximizing membership benefits. Your rewarding advantage.

Members' Rights
Represent the employees in collective bargaining, negotiations, and grievance procedures.

Training & Support
SMART18 has long followed the idiom that “knowledge is power.”

Scholarships
Education assistance for children or spouses of union members.

Job Bank
Latest Jobs: Sheet Metal Opportunities.
Outreach

Unity & Outreach (Smart Army)
Investing in our neighborhoods through unity and outreach.

Retirees' Club
Uniting retirees: connecting, celebrating, and staying informed with local clubs.

Women’s Committee
Committed to fostering an inclusive and empowering environment for women working in the sheet metal sector.
Wages + Benefits
Wage Rates + Member Rights

Wage Rates For Wisconsin
Find out how much you could potentially make for your county in Wisconsin.

Collective Bargaining Agreements (Member Access Only)
Download the latest collective bargaining agreements for your area.

Members' Rights
The right to attend meetings, vote for officers, vote on contract ratification and allocation of annual increases.
Benefits + Discounts

Benefits + Discounts Overview
Maximize your membership benefits.

Contractual Benefits

Health & Welfare – Benesys
Health, pension, 401(k), vacation, and training funds.

National Pension Fund
Retirement and pension benefits for sheet metal workers.

Milliman (Local Pension/401(k)/Fox Valley Annuity)
Secure login to view your pension and benefit details.

SASMI
Income support during periods of reduced work.

iTi
Training institute for union sheet metal workers.

NEMI
Training and certifications for energy efficiency and indoor air quality.

SMOHIT
Wellness and safety resources for union sheet metal workers.

Member Only Benefits

The National Coalition of Labor (NCL) Benefits
Securing high-quality benefits for members at lower cost.

Union Plus Benefits
Benefits, discounts, and financial programs.

SMART Member Benefits Discount Marketplace
Money saving offers and product and service deals.

Scholarships
Education assistance for children or spouses of union members.

Tootris
Exclusive Child Care Benefits for SMART Members.

Wisconsin Vision
Independently owned optical company in Wisconsin

Union Boot Pros
Work boots and safety footwear for union workers.

Carhartt
Workwear for tradespeople.

Redwing
Selection of premium boots, work boots.
Apprenticeship
Why Choose a SMART18 Apprenticeship?

A Paid Apprenticeship with SMART18
Learn and earn, finish with no debt.

How Do I Get Started?
Become a Member

Membership Advantage
Our Local Union offers a variety of ways for members to get involved. Find out below how you can be a part of strengthening this Union.

Benefits + Discounts
Maximize your membership benefits and the advantages that come with union membership.

Scholarships
Education assistance for children or spouses of union members.
Resources
Insights

Contractors Directory
Resources of contractors within the sheet metal, air, rail, and transportation industries.

SMART International Constitution
The SMART Constitution and Rituals set forth the principles regarding the governance of our democratic union.

Smart Army
Investing in our neighborhoods through unity and outreach.

A Paid Apprenticeship with SMART18
Learn and earn, finish with no debt.
News + Events

Meetings + Events + Union Updates
Explore upcoming union meetings and key events designed to keep you connected and informed.

Talking SMART Podcast
Each month, we bring you news, guests and discussions of interest to working families across the United States and Canada.

Newsletter
Stay informed on news and innovations at Smart18.
Industry + Partnerships

Meet Our Partners
The organizations and companies that help power SMART Local 18.

Fire Life Safety
Necessary measures to keep workers safe.
Merch
Smart18 Gear

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Make sure to check out our YouTube channel for some amazing videos about us.
Categories

All Men's Shirts

Sweatshirts

Long Sleeve

Short Sleeve

Hats

Women's Apparel

All Miscellaneous Gear

Tool

Drinkware
Shipping + Returns

Shipping + Returns Policy
Delivery options, and how to return or exchange items.

Questions About Returns?
Need help with a return? Send us a message.
Contact
Contact Us

Contact Us Today

Send us an email.

Call Us at 262.798.1818

Call us to talk to one of our reps.
Join Us

Become a Member
Sheet Metal Opportunities In Wisconsin.

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A Paid Apprenticeship with SMART18
Learn and earn, finish with no debt.

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Meet the Officers

At Smart18, we provide an environment where you can thrive, on the job and in life.

Sheet Metal Workers Local #18

Elected Officials and Staff

Scott Knocke

President/Business Manager

Phone: (262) 798-1818 ext. 112
Email: sknocke@smwlu18.org

Brad Kalcic

President/Business Manager

Phone: (262) 798-1818 ext. 114
Email: bkalcic@smwlu18.org

Ben Hebert

Business Rep | Eau Claire & LaCrosse Area

Phone: (920) 247-9391

Craig Wagner

Business Rep | Wausau Area

Phone: (715) 498-1926
Email: cwagner@smwlu18.org

Dan Wippich

Business Rep | Fox Valley Area

Phone: (920) 819-7300
Email: dwippich@smwlu18.org

Matt Van Der Puy

Business Rep | Sheboygan | FDL, Manitowoc Area

Phone: (920) 889-0638
Email: mvanderpuy@smwlu18.org

Stu Wilson

Business Rep | Milwaukee Area

Phone: (262) 798-1818 ext. 113
Phone: (262) 422-5388
Email: swilson@smwlu18.org

Jake Olson

Business Rep | Milwaukee Area

Phone: (262) 798-1818 ext. 116
Phone: (262) 402-4359
Email: jolson@smwlu18.org

Brian Neumaier

Vice President & Business Rep | Madison & Janesville Area

Phone: (608) 576-3563
Email: bneumaier@smwlu18.org

Mike Thomas

Business Rep | Racine, Kenosha & Walworth Area

Phone: (262) 933-1006
Email: mthomas@smwlu18.org

Statewide Organizers

Patrick Ryan

General Counsel/Director of Organizing

Phone: (262) 606-2414 Email: pryan@smwlu18.org

Chad Ratz

Statewide Organizer

Phone: (608) 345-1073
Email: cratz@smwlu18.org

Jerry Suber

Statewide Organizer

Phone: (262) 957-6986
Email: jsuber@smwlu18.org

Scott Olson

Statewide Organizer

Phone: (262) 838-1254
Email: solson@smwlu18.org

Executive Board

Brett Cadman

Racine Executive Board Member

Michael Ewing

Eau Claire / La Crosse Executive Board Member

AJ Norberg

Milwaukee Executive Board Member

Matt Wied

Milwaukee Executive Board Member

Ken Liebenstein

Sheboygan Executive Board Member

Brian Larson

Madison Executive Board Member

Eric Schmirler

Wausua Executive Board Member

Luke Kadow

Fox Valley Executive Board Member

Trustee

Gary Hunter

Trustee

Jesse Rumpff

Trustee

Alex Oldenburg

Trustee

John Kristonas

Trustee

Conductor/Warden

Brandon Neumaier

Conductor/Warden