Since joining the plumbers Local 34 as an apprentice, Haley feels more self-confident. “I was nervous about getting into the trades, but I told myself that I can do this, and now I have more confidence in myself. Other women should know they can do this, they belong here,” Haley said. “I like to be active, to work with my hands and to try new things. Being a part of the plumber’s union is a great way to provide for your family. My daughter ... View Article

When Brittney graduated from college, she wanted a career, but continuing working at the call center where she worked during college didn’t seem to be the right fit. Brittney’s mother had changed careers later in life to become an Operating Engineer with Local 49 for better pay, better benefits and job security. When she spoke with her mom about careers, her mom told her about the Local 49 Apprenticeship Program. Although not being the pathway ... View Article

The second week in March is Women in Construction Week! Follow us as we profile some of our union sisters and meet some amazing women! After Marisa spent 10 years in the Army National Guard, she was looking for a career that was secure with great benefits when she applied to be an electrician. “My Dad was an ironworker, so I knew what it meant to be in a union,” Marissa said. As a 5th year apprentice, Marisa enjoys the pace of being an ... View Article

Cecelia thought about her future often. She had always planned on going to college but needed to make ends meet, so she began working as a pizza delivery driver. While thinking about her next steps, she heard about Building Strong Communities, a multi-craft apprenticeship readiness program that introduces people to building and construction trades.   After applying and being accepted to the Building Strong Communities program, she found ... View Article

Adrian is second from right. After turning thirty, Adrian was looking for a different quality of life and decided he wanted a career. After being a server for 4 years, he stared thinking about health care and retirement benefits, something his job as a server was not providing him. “When I was younger, I didn’t really think about how important health care and retirement benefits were,” Adrian said. He had heard about a program that ... View Article

Nicole was working 2 jobs to make ends meet for her family. “No one wants to leave work to turn around and go back to work,” Nicole stated. She heard about the apprenticeship readiness program Building Strong Communities, a program that introduces people to the building and construction trades and prepares them for the industry. For Nicole, it sounded like a good way to get a foot in the door in the construction trades. After finishing her ... View Article