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UA Local 68 completes training center expansion

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With COVID-19 restrictions being eased, the volume of work for tradesmen and tradeswomen is returning to pre-pandemic levels.

United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada Local 68 Business Agent Rick Lord discussed the volume of work in the Houston area when he appeared on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. Lord also talked about the Local 68 apprenticeship program and the expansion of their training center. Continue reading →

Apprenticeship recruiters work with “influencers” to attract young people

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Many Americans are unaware of the benefits available to the men and women who enter a registered building trades apprenticeship program. Instead, these Americans believe in pushing the next generation of students towards college, where they pay thousands and then have to go find a job for themselves.

United Association Local 669 is a unique Local Union, as it represents fire sprinkler professionals in 48 states. UA Local 669 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee Recruitment and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman joined AWF Union Podcast to discuss apprenticeship and how it can benefit Americans. Continue reading →

UA VIP Program helps transitioning service members begin careers

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While some veterans struggle to transition into meaningful careers, the United Association is working to help prepare active-duty transitioning military service members for a career in the pipe trades.

This Memorial Day, UA Veterans in Piping Program Administrator Mike Hazard joined the AWF Union Podcast to detail the VIP Program, explain how it helps service members transition back to civilian life and more. Continue reading →

Teamsters strike at Marathon refinery in Minnesota

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Throughout the country, the labor community is rising up and speaking out against what they feel is a betrayal of local workers, who dedicate portions of their career to training and professionalism.

A recent decision by Marathon at a refinery in Minnesota sparked their labor community to come together in collective action against the petroleum giant. Steamfitters and Pipefitters Local 455 Business Manager Tony Poole joined AWF Union Podcast to detail the action and why it is needed. Continue reading →

Massive organizing efforts boost membership, despite COVID-19

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At the start of the pandemic, the U.S. shut down businesses everywhere. Some workers were deemed essential by the Trump Administration. Plumbers were just one of the many industries that were deemed as essential.

The United Association Director of Plumbing Tom Bigley joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss how the UA grew their membership, even during the pandemic. Continue reading →

Texas labor leaders look to boost union awareness, reach more career seekers

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Texas faced unprecedented winter storms just a couple of weeks ago that left many without water, power or heat. Some groups rose to the occasion in helping their fellow Texans weather the storm.

United Association Local 286 Business Manager Robert “Chap” Thornton joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the statewide damage, what lessons were learned and union awareness. Continue reading →

UA Local 669 apprenticeship runs smoothly, despite COVID-19 adjustments

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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in everybody’s life, but there is work to be done. Union organizers and apprenticeship professionals are working hard to keep increasing union membership.

United Association Local 669 Recruitment and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman is one of those professionals, carrying on with his job. He joined AWF Union Podcast to detail his experience and encourage listeners to share information about registered apprenticeship programs. Continue reading →

UA develops water quality plan following Flint Water Crisis

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Water quality throughout the United States became an important and frequently discussed issue, following the beginning of the Flint Water Crisis in 2014.

United Association (UA) International Representative Kurt Steenhoek discussed how the UA developed their water quality program in 2016 on America’s Work Force Union Podcast. Continue reading →

UA Local 669 recruiting specialist looks to recruit more veterans into the trades

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During the week of Veterans Day, America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured veterans who continue to serve by helping fellow Americans obtain careers in union industries.

United Association (UA) Local 669 Recruitment and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how he is helping to recruit new members into the ranks of UA Local 669 and the building trades in general. Continue reading →

UA VIP Program Administrator touts veterans as great apprentices

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The various building trades unions provide pathways for military service members to transition from a career in the military into a career in the building trades.

America’s Work Force Union Podcast aired a replay of the Monday, Nov. 9 episode featuring United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Program Administrator Mike Hazard. Continue reading →