Two of Rice’s carpenters competed in the ABC National Craft Championships this year and one of them brought home gold.
The winners were honored at ABC’s Careers in Construction Awards ceremony during ABC Convention 2024 in Orlando, Florida, March 13-15.
ABC’s 35th annual competition showcased the skills and expertise of nearly 190 of the nation’s best craft professionals in trades such as carpentry, electrical, HVAC, millwright, power line, welding and more, all vying for top honors in 16 competitions with skills on display in 12 crafts. The competition also featured a team competition with journey-level craft professionals from different trades working to complete a joint project. The competition included a two-hour online exam and a six-hour practical performance test.
Established in 1987, the National Craft Championships celebrate and recognize upskilling in construction, draw some of the country’s most talented craft professionals and highlight the important role that craft skills training plays in the construction industry.
Congrats to all participants who demonstrated remarkable talent and exemplified excellence in their craft at the National Craft Championships this year.
