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Protect Your Business: Why Every Member Needs the ABC Action App
Regulations, labor mandates, and tax policies can change overnight — often without input from the contractors they impact most. The ABC Action App ensures you’re never left in the dark and gives you a direct line to influence decisions that shape our industry.
With the ABC Action App, you can:
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Track critical legislation and regulations affecting your jobs, workforce, and bottom line from your phone.
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Get real-time alerts on policy threats to merit shop contractors so you’re always prepared to act.
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Easily contact your elected officials with pre-loaded messages on the most urgent issues.
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Stay plugged into ABC’s grassroots efforts, working daily to stop harmful mandates like PLAs and promote fair, open competition.
Thousands of ABC members nationwide already use this app to protect their companies, employees, and future work opportunities. Don’t wait until new rules or costs catch you by surprise.
Take 30 seconds to strengthen your business and stand up for free enterprise.
DOWNLOAD THE APP →
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Build Your Workforce — Apprenticeship Programs That Deliver
Your greatest asset is your team. ABC NESD’s Registered Apprenticeship Programs, approved by the U.S. Department of Labor and VA, help you:
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Upskill current employees through structured on-the-job training plus classroom instruction.
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Attract veterans with VA-approved programs that qualify for GI Bill® benefits, letting you offer a clear career path while offsetting training costs.
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Certify your team with nationally recognized NCCER electrical, carpentry, plumbing, welding and more credentials.
Tri-Fold Apprenticeship Brochure
Full Apprenticeship Guide
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ABC New Members, Welcome!
JW Services Electrical Contractors
We’re honored to have you on board and look forward to supporting your success through advocacy, education, and industry connections.
Thank you!
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Post Jobs for Free on the ABC NESD Job Board
Your membership has powerful advantages, including unlimited job postings on our chapter job board.
- Connect with local, qualified talent eager to build a career in the trades.
- Showcase your company culture and growth opportunities.
- Keep your projects staffed with skilled professionals when you need them most.
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Instructor Opportunities to Shape the Future
At ABC Nebraska/South Dakota, we’re committed to growing a strong, skilled construction workforce. We’re currently seeking experienced professionals to teach in our apprenticeship and craft training programs.
Journeyman Instructors – Nebraska Correctional Facilities
- Location: Various correctional facilities across Nebraska
- Requirements: Must be a qualified journeyman, able to pass a background check, and willing to travel
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Interested? Contact Markayla Jackson at markaylaj@abcnesd.org or call our Lincoln office at 402-477-4451.
Journeyman Instructors – Apprenticeship & Craft Training (Omaha)
- Positions Available: Carpentry, Millwright, Welding
- Location: Omaha, NE
- Class Schedule: Once a week in the evening for 2.5 hours | 13-week semesters (two semesters per year)
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Interested? Reach out to Theresa Ptacek at theresap@abcnesd.org or call 402-344-4258 / 402-679-3117.
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Coming Soon: 2026 Membership Directory & Resource Guide
ABC Nebraska/South Dakota is partnering with E&M Consulting, Inc. to produce our 2026 Membership Directory & Resource Guide, which will be available in print and digital formats. E&M will manage the full project, including design and advertising sales, and will contact members soon with details on how to feature your business.
This is a great opportunity to promote your company to fellow members, gain visibility in a widely distributed publication, and benefit from year-round digital exposure. For questions or to get involved, contact Ryan Dovenmuehler at 800-572-0011 ext. 0119 or ryan.d@eandmsales.com.
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Mark Your Calendars—
ABC Annual Golf Outing
📍 Tiburon Golf Club, Omaha: August 20
Cocktails & Conversation
📍 The Tasting Room, Lincoln: August 26
Sporting Clays
📍 Oak Creek Sporting Club: October 8
Leadership Conference
📍 Marco Island, FL: November 11-13
ABC Holiday Party
📍 Net Par, Gretna: December 4
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Tee Off at the ABC NESD Golf Tournament
August 20 | Tiburon Golf Club, Omaha
Come spend a day on the greens with the best in the industry. Enjoy fresh air, prizes, drinks, lunch & dinner, and unbeatable networking.
10 AM Registration | 11 AM Shotgun Start
Sponsorships and team spots are still available — it’s the perfect way to showcase your company and treat your crew or clients. Golf Registration Form→ + Flyer
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Mix Business with Pleasure at Cocktails & Conversations
August 26 | The Tasting Room, Lincoln Railyard
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of networking, cocktails, and fresh ideas. Special guest Katie Koester of EOS Worldwide will break down the 5 critical numbers every contractor should track to drive accountability and profit.
Space is limited — grab your spot now and connect with leaders shaping Nebraska & South Dakota’s construction industry. RSVP Now →
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Let’s continue building a stronger industry together!
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"The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's problems."– Mahatma Gandhi
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