IUPAT

The foundation of this country wasn’t built by CEOs or laid by hedge fund managers. It was built by union workers. Today, more than ever, we need you in this fight.

Our General Vice President Shane Smith will be at the No Kings protest in Houston, Texas on March 28th because our constitutional rights are under attack. Can you join us?

@goiupat announced that a select group of drywall finishing apprentices participated in BUILD26, the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry’s Annual Convention and Expo. @awci_info wconline.com/articles/98070… #drywall #painters #ceilings

Great to visit our members on the Hawaiin Islands!!! Amazing to see our members working on homes… Imagine if we built homes on the mainland how strong we would be!!!! great to spread the word about “One Union, One Ohana, One Fight”

Our union has the power to change lives! We are grateful to be an organization that brings people into the middle class. If you’re ready to work hard, come build the future with us today.

Join General Vice President Liz McElroy at a No Kings protest on March 28th – there’s too much at stake for working people.

A stronger trades workforce will include more women, not fewer. Access matters. Support matters. Opportunity matters. The future of apprenticeships gets better when more women can see a real path in, get trained well, and build lasting careers. #WomenInTrades #Apprenticeship #SkilledTrades

Our trades may be predominantly male, but if you are determined and driven, doors will open for you. We welcome all women who are ready to work into our union, and we will continue to strive to be an organization where all feel welcome and supported.

If you’re like our General Vice President Charlie Meadows and you’re sick of this administration’s attack on collective bargaining rights, join us at a No Kings protest on March 28th!

Welcome to our brother and newly appointed warden of Local 1915, District Council 35, Alex Galkowski. Thank you for all of your contributions to our union!

“Dad, what were you like in the 90s?”

Our members are always using their skills to benefit those who need them. Marvin Lively and Enrique Hernandez of Local 48, District Council 35, volunteered with Veterans, Inc. to improve their historic Armory.

Hear from our General President Jimmy Williams Jr. on our union’s 139th anniversary, and where we go from here!

Happy birthday, @GoIUPAT! We should all be as strong and vital at 139 years old! #UnionStrong

Happy birthday @GoIUPAT ! Here's to 139 more years of standing up for working people and our communities! #UnionStrong

Happy 139th Anniversary to our mighty union! Over the last 139 years, our union has fought gigantic battles, won huge victories, and organized hundreds of thousands of workers into our crafts. Together, through the power of our solidarity, we can do anything. Here’s to 139 more of the IUPAT!

District Council 35, Local 402 member Jose Mancia is hard at work on component drywall at an important new redevelopment project in Boston. 252 Huntingdon Avenue will include up to 446 apartments, 7,500 square feet of retail space, and 14,000 square feet of cultural space. Our members build the projects that make our communities grow!

Congratulations to Mark Miller of Local 91, District Council 53, on five years of service! Mark started out painting before finishing his career in drywall finishing, before joining the union. After being laid off, he found out he was still eligible to join the union, something he says he wishes he had done much earlier. Even though he spent five years as a union member, that time made a real difference. He enjoyed working on larger projects, being part of a crew, and the camaraderie that comes with union jobs. Most importantly, those five years significantly prepared him for retirement. Along with Social Security, his union benefits and annuity provided added financial stability and helped him get by comfortably. His message to younger members is clear: stick with the union and stay with it. The benefits, steady work, and retirement security are worth it.

District Council 17’s Servicing Representative Jason visited the Centre for Newcomers in Calgary to share a bit about the union and trades we cover. Exposing this group of immigrants to the different options and resources available, regardless of whether they decide to join our trades, is so valuable for spreading the importance of a union. Thank you to the Centre for Newcomers for having us, and we are looking forward to continuing our collaboration!

Happy National Equal Pay Day! Collective bargaining agreements help end racial and gender wage gaps by leveling the playing field for all workers and ensuring wages and raises are based on time served. Live better by working union!

District Council 16 is Building Union Power! Across Northern California and Nevada, DC 16 officers, staff, delegates, and activists are getting trained on the history of our union and the labor movement, and where we go from here. General President Jimmy Williams Jr., along with other International officers and staff, are traveling around DC 16's jurisdiction this week. If you see them at a union hall or a job site, bring your thoughts and questions!