International
Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) BAC represents
an array of skilled workers who practice the crafts of bricklaying, plastering,
tile setting, plastering, stone, marble and cement masonry, and terrazzo
and mosaic work. Website: www.bacweb.org
International
Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers
and Helpers (Boilermakers) The Boilermakers build and repair
all types of seaworthy vessels as well as cranes, boilers, tanks, pressure
vessels, heavy plates and structural fabrications. Website: www.boilermakers.org
United Union
of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers (Roofers) Members
of the Roofers union install new roofs and remove old roofs using a variety
of materials. Waterproofers install moisture-resistant products on belowgrade
structures and other surfaces to prevent water intrusion into buildings.
Website: www.unionroofers.com
International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) The IBEW represents
workers in the electrical industry, including construction, gas and electric
utilities, telecommunications, railroads and government agencies. Website:
www.ibew.org
International
Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers (Asbestos
Workers) Members apply insulation to pipes, tanks, boilers, ducts,
refrigeration equipment and other surfaces requiring thermal control of
temperatures. Asbestos workers also do removal of asbestos-containing
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International
Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
(Iron Workers) Iron Workers assemble and erect steel framework
and other metal parts in buildings and on bridges, dams, skyscrapers,
factories and other steel structures. Website: www.ironworkers.org
International
Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) IUOE members work as stationary
engineers in building and industrial complexes. As operating engineers,
they use heavy construction equipment, such as cranes and bulldozers in
constructing buildings, dams, airports and highways. Website:
www.iuoe.org
Laborers’
International Union of North America (LIUNA) LIUNA is a diverse
union that includes workers in construction and environmental remediation.
Members help lay down new highways, build bridges, dig tunnels and subways,
build new plants, factories, dams and power plants and erect new schools,
churches, hospitals and houses. Website: www.liuna.org
Sheet Metal
Workers’ International Association (SMWIA) Members work
in several industries. They fabricate, install and service heating, venting
and air-conditioning systems; blowpipe and industrial systems; metal roofing;
coping and flashing; and stainless steel work for restaurants, kitchens
and hospitals. Website: www.smwia.org
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United Association
of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry
of the United States and Canada (United Association or UA) UA
is a multi-craft union that represents plumbers and pipe, sprinkler, and
refrigerator fitters, as well as service technicians. All of these jobs
require the installation, remodeling or maintenance of systems that carry
water, steam, air and other liquids or gases. Website: http:www.ua.org
International
Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) IUEC members assemble,
install and replace elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walkways
and similar equipment in new and old buildings. Elevator constructors
also maintain and repair this equipment. Website: www.iuec.org
International
Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) IUPAT members work
in one or more of several crafts: painting, wallpaper hanging, glazing
(glass work), drywall and taping, floor covering, and sign and display
work. Website: www.iupat.org
International
Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) The Teamsters union has several
divisions, including a Building Material and Construction Trades Division.
Most members in this division are truck drivers who transport and haul
material. Website: www.teamster.org
Operative
Plasterers’ and Cement Masons’ International Association of
the United States and Canada (OP&CMIA) The union represents
skilled plasterers, cement masons, and shophands who work on a variety
of engineering projects including office buildings, bridges, canals, dams,
reservoirs and roads. Website: www.opcmia.org
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