Local 2411 recognizes member for 70 years of service |
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Working in the construction industry comes with a great deal of sacrifices. Many long hours, travel, and time away from family and friends. However, it also comes with a great deal of rewards. During the month of September, Local 2411 business agent, Robert Jeffers, presented James D. Moore with a “70 Year” membership pin recognizing his dedication to the UBC.
To read more, click here.
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Local 1263 participates in annual Labor Day Parade in Charlotte
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It was a rainy Labor Day but that did not stop members from Local 1263 from participating in the annual Labor Day Parade held in Charlotte, North Carolina. The parade route lasted nearly four miles and traveled through the heart of Downtown Charlotte. Eastern Regional Director, Logan Brown made the trip from Aiken, South Carolina, to participate in the parade with local members.
To read more, click here.
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Central South Training Trust Director recognized for 23 years of outstanding service to the UBC |
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At the September staff and delegate meeting, Central South Training Trust Director, Paul Jones, was recognized for 23 years of outstanding service to the UBC.
Jones has served as the training director for more than 12 years and is set to retire at the end of the year. Please join us in wishing Paul a great retirement.
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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 monthly "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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Get to know Hannah Hammonds, the newest SSMRC marketing and communications specialist
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Hannah Hammonds, a seasoned multimedia professional, ABBY Award winning show host and graduate of the University of Alabama joined the SSMRC team in mid-August as the newest communications and marketing specialist focusing on membership and recruitment.
To read more about Hammonds, click here.
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Local 2232 adds new business representative |
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Monte Thompson, a 17-year millwright and member of Local 2232, which covers Houston and the Gulf Coast region of Texas, began working as a business representative for Local 2232 in early July. Over the last 17 years, Thompson has worked various jobs throughout the field gaining knowledge in many aspects of the millwright trade. While he mainly worked on the petrochemical side of the industry, Thompson also has experience in project planning, scheduling, and plant maintenance.
To read more about Thompson, click here.
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Southeastern Carpenters Training Trust Fund adds new training director |
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Mark Brown, a 15-year carpenter business representative, financial officer, and trustee, began working as training director of the Southeastern Carpenters Training Trust Fund in March, helping enrich the skills of millwrights in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
In addition to his 15 years of service, he has five years of full-time service in the Department of Education and Training, as well as part-time experience in craft training and soft skills.
To read more about Brown, click here.
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New SSMRC delegates initiated at September meeting |
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A pair of new SSMRC delegates were sworn in at the September staff and delegate meeting in Oklahoma City.
William Blackburn representing Local 1263 and Justin Stanhope representing Local 2232 were sworn in by SSMRC President, David Bonds during the September 10 delegate meeting.
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September Member Spotlight from Local 216
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From a young age, Local 216’s Austin Bryant knew he was destined to work in the construction industry.
While in high school, Bryant completed two machine shop classes where he learned how to run lathes and mills along with designing and manufacturing components. After taking some time to attend community college and the economic collapse in 2008, Bryant chose to pursue a career in machining with a tool and dye mechanic shop. After working under a master machinist for two years, Bryant decided it was time for a career change. In 2015, Bryant began his career as a millwright.
To read more about Bryant, click here.
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Suicide prevention and tips on how to cope with work related stress |
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The construction industry has one of the highest rates of suicides among all occupations, which is four times higher than in the general population.
If you are in a crisis or having trouble coping with work related stress, click here to view resources available to you. Additional resources may be offered through member's health and welfare plan. |
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