Growing the Industry
Craft Competition
The annual local Craft Competition, presented in partnership with the West Michigan Construction Institute (WMCI), highlights the achievements of apprentices who represent the future of commercial construction trades.
The competition includes a written exam that measures industry knowledge. This is followed by the hands-on portion under tight time constraints. Competitors are judged by members of top firms on safety, layout, compliance, appearance, and quality of workmanship.
Explore each trade for eligibility requirements.
Electrical
Metal Framing & Drywall
Plumbing
Sprinkler Fitting
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The competition is designed to:
Demonstrate safety and craft excellence
Simulate working conditions where planning is critical to success
Highlight individual leadership and workmanship skills as the competition project is assembled and completed
Each year, the winners of the ABC Western Michigan Craft Competition go on to compete at the ABC National Craft Championships during the annual ABC National Convention.
The ABC National Craft Championships showcase the expertise of nearly 200 of the nation’s top-performing professionals. Over the span of two days, competitors complete a two-hour written exam and a six-hour, hands-on performance test.
At the end, the top three competitors are awarded a medal. ABC Western Michigan is proud to have multiple National champions come from West Michigan.
2025 Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the ABC Western Michigan craft competition!
Electrical
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Metal Framing & Drywall
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Plumbing
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Sprinkler Fitting
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Past Local & National Winners
2024 Electrical Winner
Ezra Mingerink
Kleyn Electric
2023 Electrical Winner
Garrett Musselwhite
Feyen Zylstra
2024 National Silver Medalist
2022 Electrical Winner
Wade Wiltenburg
Buist Electric
2023 National Bronze Medalist
ABC WMC Member Recognition
