Lending a helping hand - Local 1192 raises money for family in need |
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A brotherhood is often described as a relationship or bond that is so tight it can never be broken. It’s made up of a group of people that have each other’s backs no matter what, especially during a time of need.
On Jan 11, Millwright Local 1192 member, Chad “Doughboy” Collins and his family lost their home to a house fire.
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New delegate sworn in at March staff meeting |
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A new SSMRC delegate was sworn in at the March staff and delegate meeting in Fort Worth, Texas.
Ron Fritzemeire representing Local 1192 was sworn in by UBC Southern District Vice President, Dennis Donahou during the March 11 delegate meeting.
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Local 1554 welcomes Jesse Beilig as newest business agent |
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Local 1554 has welcomed a familiar face as the newest business agent for Local 1554 out of Nashville.
In January, Jesse Beilig assumed the business agent role covering middle and West Tennessee, replacing former Local 1554 business agent, Steve Williams, who has since taken a position as the Nuclear Representative for the SSMRC.
To read more about Beilig, click here. |
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Get to know Jacob Wooten, the newest SSMRC administrative assistant |
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Jacob Wooten joined the SSMRC team in late February and serves as the Administrative Assistant for the Birmingham office.
Wooten is a native of Birmingham, AL with a diverse educational and work background. He graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in both Applied Math and Music. After graduation, he worked in the financial industry, where he quickly advanced moving from a teller position to a role as an accounting and finance specialist.
To read more about Wooten, click here. |
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SSMRC President and Nuclear Representative set to retire after nearly 45 years of service to the brotherhood
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SSMRC President and Nuclear Representative, David Bonds is retiring after nearly 45 years of service to the brotherhood.
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Submit your nominations
for Community Service Challenge
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Each quarter, the SSMRC recognizes members who go above and beyond in their communities. Members who are recognized receive the Community Service Challenge Award and gifts including a lunch cooler, T-shirt, and $250 gift card. If you know someone who should be honored with the Community Service Challenge Award, please send a text to 855-577-7672. |
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Get a free t-shirt when you take the 101 Constitution online course |
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The SSMRC will send you a free T-shirt after you complete the online course "101 Constitution: U.S. Government and Labor Law," which is hosted in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Department of Education and Training's Learning Management System. Learn more about the course here. |
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Ask your Executive Secretary-Treasurer |
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Do you have a question about your union you would like answered? Submit a question to our "Ask your EST" segment, in which Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Wayne Jennings will dive deep into answering member questions and educating members about opportunities in our council and the UBC.
Submit a question by clicking here.
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REGIONAL DIRECTOR UPDATES |
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WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK 2023 |
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March Member Spotlight from Local 1000 |
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From a young age, Local 1000 member Ethan Neville, knew he was destined to work in the construction industry.
Growing up, Neville kept himself busy working on cars and finding ways to expand his knowledge of the construction industry. After graduating high school, he used his knowledge to begin working as a heavy machinery rigger, traveling the country before making the courageous decision to become a union millwright. While learning the millwright way of things has posed some challenges for Neville, he has adjusted well and excelling quickly in his career.
To read more about Neville, click here.
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Give young workers clear instructions for every task |
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To provide a workplace free of serious hazards, it's important to follow OSHA safety and health standards, while also making sure young workers are properly trained and equipped for the assigned job.
For more workplace safety tips, click here. |
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