Brothers and sisters, there are important changes to the Oregon & SWWA raise coming June 1, 2020. A portion of the 5% increase will need to go to boost the Health & Welfare and Pension trusts. Please see the attached letters for full details and… Read More
Northwest Carpenters Union is proud to partner with Labors Community Service Agency Presents from Partners and the Portland Fire Department Toy and Joy Makers. Gift box pick up will be December 12-13th INTERESTED IN DONATING UNWRAPPED TOYS? DELIVER TO Northwest Carpenters Union offices Local Union Halls Jobsite QUESTIONS?Call… Read More
Below are candidates endorsed by the Local Unions in Oregon. Ballots should arrive soon. Make sure you cast your vote by May 21st to ensure your voice is heard! #GOTV Name Office Area Patrick Trapp Port of St. Helens St Helens Chris Wig Willamalane Parks… Read More
Union Carpenters and their allies in are preparing for Days of Action events to bring attention to tax fraud in the construc- tion industry. The Carpenters union will hold 5 events in 4 states to highlight this crisis. Construction industry tax fraud is costing U.S…. Read More
Looking for a career in Carpentry Education/Administration, where you can use your skills in carpentry and mentorship? A career with opportunity for advancement from an organization that puts its staff first, and where your experience and technical skills can thrive? A position with diversity of… Read More
Fighting to make the American Dream real for everyone Mark McDermott brings interactive workshops for leaders, staff, stewards, activists and apprentices with a focus on labor history, economic justice educa- tion, coalition building, communications skill building and strategic planning. He produces educational and training materials designed… Read More
In a historic election at the November 17, 2018 delegate meeting the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters elected Evelyn Shapiro (Carpenters Local 30 Renton, WA) with an overwhelming majority of the 155 delegates present. This election marks the first woman to be elected to… Read More
Oregon primaries are just around the corner! Do you need to know who your Local thinks best upholds the values of organized labor? Here is the most updated list of endorsements to help. #GOTV Candidates Local Endorsements 05-10-18
Northwest Carpenters Union is proud to partner with Labors Community Service Agency Presents from Partners and the Portland Fire Department Toy and Joy Makers. INTERESTED IN DONATING? Donate an unwrapped gift by December 15, 2017 DELIVER TO Northwest Carpenters Union 1636 East Burnside Street Portland,… Read More
The three agreements in Oregon and SWWA were ratified after the vote count on July 15th. AGC & GCCA contracts pass: 586 yes 538 no Wall and Ceiling contract passes: 268 yes 154 no Turnout for this vote was higher than average with close to… Read More
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