James Villeneuve

Job Description

-Sheet metal worker for 28 years, making and installing sheet metal in the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional sectors of the industry. Today, I engage those working non-union and educate them on who we are. I am also the person in the local that watches over our apprentices. Setting up their schooling and addressing any concerns that they may have. I spend many days in my vehicle going to different job sites, talking to the sheet metal workers.

Relevant School Subjects

• English
• Mathematics
• Technological Education

Areas of Expertise

• Building/Construction
• Communication

Career Story

I worked in retail management before taking up the trade. The reason I changed careers was to make a better life for myself and my family, looking back I could not have made a better choice, good pay, steady work a good pension and excellent benefits.

My education background is Mohawk College in the sheet metal course. I graduated from Eastwood Collegiate.