Ever wondered how some of Greater Seattle's best plumbers, pipe fitters, and HVAC experts get their training? The Greater Seattle Chapter of IFMA is excited to announce a tour of the Local UA 32 Training Facility! Local UA 32 offers phenomenal training to the professionals that support and drive the business of Facility Management and we are thrilled to be partnering with a local union to give you a sneak peek into how some of the best in the trades are trained. Get your registration quickly because there's only 20 spots!

About the Speaker:

Kurt Cushman

Service Plumbing Business Agent

UA Local 32

After serving for 5 years in the Marine Corps as a helicopter crew chief, I entered the plumbing industry. I have spent the last 17 years in the service plumbing industry. My apprenticeship with Local 32 was split between McKinstry and Auburn Mechanical. While at Auburn Mechanical I worked my way up to a foreman position in the service department. After 4 years, I accepted a role as superintendent of service for PSF Mechanical. During my 6 years at PSF, I worked with our sales staff to help increase our maintenance base as well as develop a service special projects program. Additionally, during my time at PSF Mechanical, I graduated with a BS in Business Management. In June of 2024, I accepted the position of business agent for service plumbing with UA Local 32. Since 2015, I have been a part time instructor with Seattle Area Pipe Trades. My curriculum ranges from backflow certification to drain cleaning and all things service plumbing.