Community News
The Winner of the Ford F-150 Truck has been Announced!
Posted OnApril 8, 2022 by
Orlando Sciarretti of Local 432 has been announced as the Union Carpenters Action Network grand prize winner of a new Ford F-150 Truck. Congratulations to Orlando! Your consistent dedication and pride for your union were recognized and your union thanks you for all your hard work. Thank you for setting a great example…Read More
Carpenters Local 255, 11th Annual “Hammer It Home Classic” Golf Tournament
Posted OnMarch 22, 2022 by
Carpenters Local Union 255 in South Jersey is hosting its 11th Annual “Hammer It Home Classic” Golf Tournament directly benefiting the Special Olympics of New Jersey on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 9AM. Address: Mays Landing Country Club 1855 Cates Road Mays Landing, NJ 08330 We hope EAS Carpenters register below or donate…Read More
Press Release: Carpenters Union to Rejoin Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council
Posted OnMarch 8, 2022 by
“Together, the union construction trades can better serve, advocate for, and protect the hard-working union families of Philadelphia.” – EST William C. SprouleRead More
Passing of Former Training Instructor Joseph Cottman
Posted OnFebruary 28, 2022 by
It is with a heavy heart that we inform the brothers and sisters of the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters of the passing of former Training Instructor for the Joint Apprentice Training Center of Philadelphia, Joseph Cottman. Joseph was a proud U.S. Marine, and Vietnam Veteran who served our country with honor. He…Read More
President Joe Biden Signs an Executive Order Mandating PLAs on all Federal Projects over $35 Million
Posted OnFebruary 7, 2022 by
President Joe Biden is continuing his mission to be “The Most Pro-Union President in History” with the recent signing of an Executive Order mandating PLAs on all federal projects over $35 million. With the signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, this is an opportunity to ensure that the safest and most productive workers in the…Read More
Largest Infrastructure Project in DC History Utilizes Local Workers to Great Success
Posted OnFebruary 3, 2022 by
This past year, the largest infrastructure project in the history of the District of Columbia, the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, was completed ahead of schedule with the help of the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EASRCC). Hundreds of the most skilled and highly trained local workers in DC worked on this project along…Read More
Scaffold Erector Qualification Grace Period Ending. Schedule Your Refresher Now
Posted OnFebruary 2, 2022 by
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America’s Carpenters International Training Fund (CITF) has made the decision that the Scaffold Erector Qualification will no longer have a grace period after a qualification expires. The CITF will honor the grace period for your Scaffold Erector Qualification until December 31, 2022.Read More
Carpenters Partner with Local Youth Program to Continue Bringing More Career Paths in DC Area
Posted OnJanuary 14, 2022 by
All too often those looking for employment are unfamiliar with what a career in the construction industry looks like. The various career paths, crafts, training provided, wage and benefit packages are making the trades a more appealing option for the workforce across the country. However, there is still a necessity to educate many states and…Read More
Update Your Vaccine Verification in TRAIN, Earn a UCAN, Win a Truck!
Posted OnDecember 7, 2021 by
Brothers and Sisters, The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters is giving a UCAN credit for all carpenters that have and are ready to update their Training Verification Card in the UBC Mobile App. UCAN is the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters incentive-based program for all carpenters that go above and…Read More
Vaccine Verification Update in UBC App
Posted OnOctober 20, 2021 by
Brothers and Sisters, Attaining your next job and getting back to work safely are the most important ways for you to provide for your family. The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council is here to help you find that next job and be ready to meet the demands that contractors and end-users require for you…Read More