National Demolition Association Celebrates First Certified Demolition Technicians, Setting a New Industry Standard
December 08, 2025
The National Demolition Association (NDA) today announced the first 15 individuals to earn the prestigious new Certified Demolition Technician (CDT) certification. This inaugural group of certified professionals completed the rigorous certification process, demonstrating their expert knowledge and skills essential for safe and efficient demolition operations.
The CDT certification allows these individuals to showcase their expertise, providing them and their companies with a significant competitive edge in the job market.
“The CDT is an excellent way to recognize your team, boost their confidence, provide them a career path and ensure your team members receive the recognition they deserve for their hard work,” said Tim Homrich, chair of the NDA Certification Board.
The CDT credential specifically recognizes the essential knowledge and skills of field workers who perform hands-on demolition tasks daily. Whether operating heavy equipment, performing ground labor or conducting selective removal, CDT-certified professionals play a vital role in the safe and efficient execution of demolition projects.
NDA’s CDT certification recognizes individuals who have demonstrated fundamental competence across all critical aspects of demolition, including safety, environmental best practices, operations and people management.
“We are proud to recognize these individuals for their commitment to professional development,” said Ben Hayden, the 2025 NDA president. “To better serve our diverse workforce, our next testing window will now be available in Spanish, in addition to English. Offering a Spanish version allows all our demolition professionals — both men and women — to demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in today’s demanding workplace.”
The CDT designation promotes safe and quality practice throughout the industry through its ongoing requirements for professional growth. The beta test of the CDT exam saw 23 individuals participate.
NDA extends its congratulations to the following individuals for obtaining the certification:
- Abdulrahman Alharbi, Homrich
- Gregory Butler, North American Dismantling Corp.
- Steven Lloyd Feick, Homrich
- Thomas Holcomb, North American Dismantling Corp.
- Lee Jackson, Homrich
- David Jacobs, Homrich
- Ross T. Joslin, Lindamood Demolition
- Garrett Malady, North American Dismantling Corp.
- Cody Manor, Homrich
- Alberto Perez, Milburn
- Blake Robinson, Veit & Company Inc.
- Daniel Rugila, Homrich
- Gale Thomspon, North American Dismantling Corp.
- Oscar D. Villasenor, Milburn
- John D. Waters Sr., Ferma Corporation
Having CDT-certified professionals on your team will help your projects operate with greater safety and efficiency and strengthen your company's reputation as an industry leader. NDA encourages demolition contractors to consider employee applications to take an upcoming exam.
The next testing and application window is now open through March 31, 2026. To learn more about the CDT certification or how to join NDA, visit demolitionassociation.com.
About the National Demolition Association
The National Demolition Association (NDA) is a nonprofit trade organization representing approximately 500 U.S. and Canadian companies and many international firms that are involved in the demolition process. NDA is the voice of the demolition industry in Washington and throughout the nation. NDA’s primary mission is advocacy and education to strengthen the business environment of the demolition industry. Membership includes demolition contractors, general contractors and civil engineers abreast of environmental, regulatory and safety matters. Visit demolitionassociation.com to learn more about NDA’s offerings.
Media Contact: Ande Leslie, Marketing and Communications Director, aleslie@demolitionassociation.com