Training
Whether you want to become a new member or continue your training, it all starts at your local carpenter’s training center!
Most skilled. Highly trained. Union proud.
One Of The Nation’s Largest, Strongest And Most Respected Unions.
The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters represent men and women who provide safe, productive work every day. We span a variety of crafts such as general carpentry, pile driving, trade show, interior design, mill cabinet and millwrights. Our state-of-the-art, no debt apprentice training sets the standard in our industry and ensures that workers have the training to operate efficiently and safely on the job site.
Businesses all across the Northeast trust EASRCC union workers
to get the job done.
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Locals Represented
43,000+
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States Serviced
Update
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Is Here
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Plan was signed into law by President Joe Biden on November 15, 2021. This was a major victory for the Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters and construction workers across the United States.
EASRCC News
October 1, 2024
Project 2025: A Threat to the Construction Industry
What is Project 2025? If you’ve been following the 2024 Presidential Election, you’ve likely heard of Project 2025. This is a 900-page blueprint created by The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, that outlines a blueprint for policy changes for the next Republican President to implement. It seeks to impose radical policies and consolidate power,...
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September 30, 2024
EAS Carpenters Union, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and White House Officials, Cut Ribbon on First Major Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Bridge Project
Philadelphia, PA, September 27, 2024 – The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EAS Carpenters Union), along with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Streets, were joined by federal partners, including representatives from the White House, to officially open the reconstructed Montgomery Avenue Bridge. This milestone was celebrated with...
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September 26, 2024
Cristian Luna Endorsed by Carpenters Union for PA State Representative 13th District
West Grove, PA, September 26, 2024 – Today, the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EAS Carpenters Union) is proud to announce their endorsement of Cristian Luna for State Representative of Pennsylvania’s 13th District. This endorsement recognizes Luna’s commitment to improving the lives of working-class families in the 13th District and all across the...
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“I initially walked into the Union Hall because I just wanted a job. I stayed with the union because of the fair pay, the safer working conditions, and the health, pension and annuity benefits we as union members receive. Here we help each other out so we can take care of ourselves and our families.”
Luis Barahona, Local Union 197, Prince George’s County, Maryland
“I’ve been a union carpenter for almost 15 years. I got in after my time in the service. I wanted to work with my hands and earn a good living. The carpenters gave me a way to do that.”
Christine Goletz, Local Union 432, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
“Organized Labor opened my eyes to the impact policy and legislation has on my ability to earn a living wage – benefits included. I understood that it is my responsibility to be an educated and engaged union carpenter in order to protect my rights.”
Steve Papp, Local Union 445, Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania
Stop Tax Fraud Now
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America and the EASRCC are educating the public and taking action on fighting tax fraud issues like misclassification, wage theft, workmen compensation fraud, and human trafficking. When greedy contractors commit tax fraud, everyone is a victim.
Building And Diversifying The Construction Workforce
The Sisters in the Brotherhood (SIB) program is breaking down barriers each day and proving that jobs don’t have gender. Our Carpenters Union believes that we are one craft with many faces and our Locals should be made up of a group of local, diverse people. That’s what our Sisters in the Brotherhood program is all about.
Contact your Local Union to learn more
Resources, Tools, & Information
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UCAN
The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters is proud to introduce the Union Carpenter Action Network (UCAN), a Council-wide effort to impact our communities and strengthen our union.
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Mix 20/20
It’s important for our members to know how to actively use the MIX 20/20 system. Council Representatives use the referral list from MIX 20/20 to determine who is ready to work.
Looking for more?
Check out our links under the Members tab in our menu at the top of the page for helpful guides, sign-up pages, and resources that can help you along your journey.