Brad De Young is a Local 104 apprenticeship graduate with 30 years of continued service in Local 104. Brad joined Local 104 Training in in 2019 and is a certified OSHA instructor, certified NABTU, certified Bias and Belonging instructor and Veteran Affairs SCO.

Brad had the opportunity to detail and plan projects during his apprenticeship. His experience has included Foreman, General Foreman, and Project Management roles. Including architectural metal, installation of kitchen systems, grease duct, fire life safety, clean rooms, labs, research and development labs, and pharmaceutical labs, industrial, explosion containment, and HVAC systems.

These responsibilities have included overseeing jobs as a general contractor, including project scheduling of sub-contractors, project billing, and liaison to the owner’s representative, architect, and engineer, as well as project coordination. Projects have included, design assist, design build, and plan and spec jobs.

What drew Brad to join the training program was enjoying working with apprentices and newer journeypersons, seeing their successes, and helping build their skills to have successful careers with in the sheet metal union.

Brad feels the three most important aspects of our trade are safety, communication, and continued training. He feels it is very important to maintain an attitude of willingness to always continuing to train and learn.

When not working Brad enjoys family, spending time in the outdoors, including various hiking trails and snowboarding.

Henry Funcke has over 44 years of experience started as a Local 272 apprentice before merging into Local 104. Henry has extensive experience in the following areas: shop layout; commercial and residential HVAC and architectural design (layout, fabrication and installation); sheet metal roofing systems; service work (residential and light commercial) and general foreman on HVAC and architectural jobs. He has spent over 31 years as a sheet metal instructor training apprentices. Henry holds multiple NTF and ITI certificates for various training on industry requirements, along with a California Board of Regents Lifetime teaching credential. He has completed courses such as the OSHA 500 and instructor trainings through Canada College, U.C. Berkeley Extension, NTF (Ohio State) and ITI in New Mexico and Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition, he has held (or currently) holds the following certificates: Fire Life Safety level 1, Building Envelope certification, EPA 608 Universal Certification, Forklift Train the trainer certification and a SMACNA Supervisory Training certification. Henry currently performs outreach regarding the Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 industry and apprenticeship program as well as rotating apprentices to different shops to meet their mandatory work experience rotations.

Patrick Pico is a second generation Sheet Metal Worker with 35 years of experience in the Sheet Metal and HVAC Industry. Pat completed his sheet metal apprenticeship in Local 104 in San Jose, California in 1995. He represented Local 104 in four regional apprenticeship contests and two national apprenticeship contests as an apprentice. Pat began as a shop fabrication sheet metal worker working in industrial sheet metal, architectural sheet metal and general HVAC fitting fabrication. He moved into the Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB) discipline of the HVAC industry, working as a field foreman. He has been active for over 30 years as an educator in Local 104 training centers, as well as, contributing nationally to the International Training Institute (ITI), and National Energy Management Institute(NEMI) as a certification judge, proctor, instructor and subject matter expert on multiple textbooks published by the ITI. Pat holds many industry certifications including Certified TABB Technician and Supervisor, multiple Fire Life Safety certifications, Mechanical Acceptance Testing, Sound & Vibration testing, Indoor Air Quality and is an OSHA certified instructor. Pat was inducted into the TABB Hall of Fame in 2018 for his contributions to the HVAC industry.

Nate Vennarucci has been a Sheet Metal Worker for 14 years. In that time Nate has become proficient in shop fabrication, field installation of HVAC systems, HVAC system design, welding, detailing, field layout, and testing adjusting and balancing. He is a current Certified Welding Inspector through the American Welding Society and acts as the facility representative for the Livermore Training facility. He serves on the Foothill College Academic Senate, and the Foothill College Teaching with Technology Committee. Nate is interested in the technological advancements of the HVAC industry including Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Trimble (total station), Navisworks, Evolve, and 3d scanning. He is a certified Dusty Robotics operator and works to bring new technology into the training centers. As a lead foreman detailer, Nate detailed, coordinated, and ordered many high-profile labs, stadiums, hospitals, conservatories, and housing projects throughout the bay area.

He has completed courses and certifications such as the AWS CWI, Dusty Robotics Certified Operator, various soldering certifications, OSHA 500, Fire Life Safety level 1 certification, Matt level 1, and being an Autodesk certified Instructor.

Ben is a graduate of Local 104 with 10 years of experience and has been an instructor since 2019. Prior to instructing he was a foreman on commercial and light commercial jobs in the Bay Area. During his career he has become proficient in shop layout and fabrication, field installation of HVAC systems, HVAC system design, layout, field detailing, Bluebeam, Plangrid, Procore, welding, and soldering.

Since becoming an instructor Ben has earned several certifications, including: CPR and First Aid, OSHA 500 Outreach Instructor, Instructor 101, MATT level 1 Technician, Duct Leakage Testing.

In his off time Ben enjoys spending time with his family, going to outdoor recreation areas, and gold/gem hunting in the El Dorado foothills.

David G. Fordahl is a Local 104 Building Trades Sheet Metal graduate with 35 years of experience in the areas of sheet metal fabrication, field installation, estimating, air conditioning and refrigeration service and repair. He has held the following positions: sheet metal foreman, service department manager and apprenticeship instructor. Dave has completed trainings and certifications in the following areas: Certificate of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Laney College; EPA 608 Proctor; NATE Proctor; OSHA Instructor; ITI Instructor Training; CPR First Aid and MATT level 1. As a former United States Marine Corps Infantry Platoon sergeant, he has had the privilege of serving with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion 7^th Marine Regiment and India Company 3^rd Battalion 5^th Marine Regiment. In addition, he has served as an engineer on the United States’ Coast Guard Cutter Rush and volunteered for military service during Desert Storm with the 4^th LAAM Battalion 4^th Marine Air Wing.

Nicholas J. Colon is a Local 104 Building Trades Sheet Metal graduate with 9 years of experience in the areas of air conditioning service and repair, refrigeration service and repair, and commercial HVAC building automation controls installation and service. He has held the following positions: Controls Installation Foreman, Controls Service Technician, DDC Instructor, and Apprenticeship Instructor.
Nicholas has completed training and certifications in the following areas: Certificate of Completion for HVAC/R from Porter and Chester, EPA 608 Universal Certification, CPR and First Aid Certification, MATT Level 1 Certification, HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certifications with Heat Pump Certification, A2L Low GWP Refrigerant Certification from ESCO, Instructor Development Training in 2024, and OSHA General Industries Training in 2024.
Nicholas served in the Marine Corps as a Combat Engineer from 2008 to 2013 and was stationed at 1st Combat Engineer Battalion on Camp Pendleton. During his time in the Marine Corps, he completed numerous training exercises with infantry units to provide engineering support for combat missions. He also completed two full deployments, supporting two Infantry Battalions: 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, and 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment.

Richard Graham is a Local 104 apprenticeship graduate with over 27 years as a member working in the testing, adjusting and balancing field. Richard is a TABB Certified Technician, MATT Level 2 Certified Technician, as well as a TAB Supervisor.

He enjoys camping, paddle boarding and mountain biking in his spare time

Jennifer Scott is a fourth-generation sheet metal worker who shares the skill and passion for architectural sheet metal with both her parents, grandfather and great-grandfather. Jennifer graduated from the Local 104 apprenticeship in September 2022, but she was brought on as a part-time instructor in her fourth apprenticeship year, a position she held in addition to serving as an architectural foreman for Omni Sheet Metal in San Jose. In April 2023, Jennifer was hired on as a full-time instructor.

Jennifer holds numerous welding certifications as well as Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) 510 and 500, Fire and Smoke Damper Technician, Duct Air Leakage Testing Technician and Mechanical Acceptance Testing Technician Level 1.

Chris is a graduate of the SMART Local 104 apprenticeship program with over 10 years of experience in the sheet metal industry. His field experience spans HVAC installation, industrial projects, service work, architectural sheet metal, and the start-up and testing of HVAC systems. After several years in the field, Chris began instructing part-time before transitioning to a full-time instructor role. He now teaches a variety of courses within the apprenticeship program and enjoys helping apprentices develop a strong understanding of the mathematical and technical foundations of the trade. Chris holds certifications including OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer, EPA Section 608 Certification, CPR and First Aid, and Rigging and Signal Person training. He is proficient in Bluebeam, AutoCAD, CAMduct, and Microsoft Office. Outside of the classroom, Chris enjoys training in martial arts and traveling with his wife.

Chris Coatsworth is a graduate from the Local 104 TAB Apprenticeship Program out of San Jose, CA.  He has a total of over 24 years of experience in the Sheet Metal Industry.  With over 18 years of field experience in Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing of mechanical systems in commercial, industrial, semiconductor, and bio pharmaceutical buildings.  Additionally, Chris also has experience in installation and servicing of HVAC equipment and components.  His teaching experience started in 2008 as a part-time instructor for Local 104’s training program until he became a full-time instructor in 2018.  In 2006, Chris got 1^st place in the TAB division at the Northern California Sheet Metal Workers Reginal Competition and 3^rd place at the Sheet Metal Workers National Competition.

He currently holds the following certifications:

• TABB Technician
• TABB Supervisor
• TABB Fire and Smoke Damper Technician
• TABB Fire and Smoke Damper Supervisor
• TABB Fire and Smoke Control Stairwell Technician
• TABB Smoke Control Systems Technician
• TABB Smoke Control Systems Supervisor
• TABB MATT Level 2 Technician
• TABB Duct Leakage Testing Technician
• TABB Fume Hood Performance Testing Technician
• EPA For Use of Refrigerants: Universal
• OSHA Outreach Instructor: Construction
• OSHA Outreach Instructor: General Industry
• Cal OSHA Outreach Instructor: General Industry

Nick Keizer is a fourth-generation Sheet Metal Worker who began his career in 2005 with Sheet Metal Workers Local 104. Nick brings over 20 years of industry experience, including 10 years as a General Foreman in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he led large crews and served as Marina Mechanical’s lead Architectural Sheet Metal (ASM) specialist.

Throughout his career, Nick has played a key role in developing ASM and HVAC operations, implementing new technologies and improving standard practices to increase productivity and efficiency.

In 2020, Nick transitioned into a full-time apprenticeship instructor, where he continues to teach today. He has contributed to the development of modern, state of the art curriculum, helping prepare the next generation of sheet metal workers for the evolving demands of the industry.

Nick holds certifications in OSHA 500, CPR, Building Envelope Technician, Fire/Smoke Damper Technician, and Soldering Certification (580-23I/Cu), among many others. He is proficient in Bluebeam, PlanGrid, BIM 360, and Microsoft Office.

Larry is a graduate of the SMART local 104 apprenticeship program with over 15 years’ experience in the industry. His expertise focused mainly in fabrication of mechanical ductwork and architectural flashing. Through out his career he has also experienced other departments the trade has offered such as a HVAC field installer, architectural sheet metal, estimating and detailing, yet his passion always led back to fabrication. Larry has shared his knowledge in the evenings for seasoned apprentices for over 10 years teaching multiple classes preparing for there final steps to becoming journeymen. His entire career he has been motivated to learn as much as possible. and because of his determination, the JATC has decide to bring him on board full time to introduce him to all the options to fill his desire for knowledge.

Jim is a graduate of the Local 104 training program with more than 10 years of experience in the Sheet Metal/HVAC industry, specializing in shop operations and fabrication. He spent five years as a Welding Shop Foreman, leading a diverse team in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining strong shop morale.

His years in the trade have made him a skilled fabricator, a Certified Welding Inspector through the American Welding Society, and a proficient machinist with hands-on expertise in shop equipment maintenance and repair.

Driven by a passion for teaching, Jim began certifying welders during night classes in 2025 and transitioned into a full-time instructor later that year.

His experience includes AWS certifications in GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW; proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam; CPR certification; OSHA 501 certification; Fire and Smoke Damper Technician training; and Crane and Rigging certification.

Outside of work, Jim enjoys spending time with his family, as well as crafting hand tools and cutlery—a hobby he has pursued since 2015.

David Mills has over 35 years of experience as a member of Local 104. His work in the trade consisted of general foreman/foreman roles in commercial HAVC and Architectural as well as residential applications. These endeavors included field installation, shop layout, fabrication, service and start-up. David has spent more than 20 years as a sheet metal apprentice instructor. He has obtained various credentials and certifications such as; Federal OSHA and CAL OSHA Outreach Instructor, MATT Level 1 Technician, Fire and Smoke Damper Technician, EPA 608 Universal, and Trimble Total Station.