2025 Coating and Corrosion Expo Draws Over 200 Attendees!

The 2025 Coating and Corrosion Expo was a resounding success, bringing together over 200 attendees for a full day of learning, networking, and hands-on demonstrations. Hosted on April 17, 2025, the event offered IUPAT DC 53 members and industry professionals a chance to sharpen their skills and stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving […]

IUPAT General President James Williams Jr. and Senior Advisor Maria Foster Visit FTI Training Center

We would like to thank IUPAT General President James Williams Jr. and Senior Advisor to General President Maria Foster for visiting the FTI Training Center yesterday. During their visit, both Williams Jr. and Foster met with IUPAT DC 53 business staff to discuss IUPAT business. They also took a tour of the Training Center and […]

DC 53 Business Manager–Secretary Treasurer Brian Stanley Checks In with Members at Work

IUPAT DC 53 Business Manager–Secretary Treasurer Brian Stanley recently visited members working at King’s Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY, and at Kyger Creek Power Plant in Gallia County, OH. Checking in on job sites, talking with members, and seeing the progress firsthand!

DC 53 Painters Complete Woodcraft Project

Thank you to IUPAT DC 53 members Paul Bird, Brandon Barton, Doug Carpenter, and Trey Sayres-Beaver for your great work on the exterior painting at Woodcraft in Parkersburg, WV. Your skill and dedication help show the value of union labor every day. We also want to thank Woodcraft for supporting local union workers. You can […]

Happy Mother’s Day to All the Incredible Moms of DC 53

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers and mothers in our Union! Thank you for all that you do, today and every day.

REMINDER: Join the Upcoming DC 53 Town Hall

REMINDER: We’d like to invite our members to an upcoming IUPAT DC 53 Town Hall. We’ll focus on boosting member engagement, improving communication, and strengthening our bargaining strategies. Your insights are key to building a more united and effective union.… See more

Jerry Montgomery Honored for 60 Years of Union Membership

Congratulations to Jerry Montgomery of LU 93 on 60 years of union membership! Jerry was presented with a certificate and years of service pin in recognition of this milestone. Thank you for your decades of dedication and service to the union! Pictured with Jerry is Business Manager-Secretary Treasurer Brian Stanley.

1st-Year Apprentices Work On Painting Skills at FTI Center

Our 1st-year apprentices spent the week training at the FTI Training Center. They worked on using power sanders, doing touch-ups and caulking, and putting on full coats of paint — including color changes. It’s all part of building a strong foundation in the trade.

DC 53 Training Staff Complete JLG “Train the Trainer” Course

FTI Training Director Dave Barker and instructor Terry Cunningham participated in a “Train the Trainer” course hosted by the JLG Training Center in McConnellsburg, PA last week. The two received certifications in MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) operator evaluation, operator training, and telehandler training. They also gained hands-on experience operating various types of equipment, including […]

International Workers’ Day!

Today is International Workers’ Day. IUPAT DC 53 proudly honors laborers and working-class people across the globe. From painters to drywall finishers, glaziers to water blasters—we salute your hard work and your fight for fairness, safety, and respect on the job!

DC 53 Members Give Back: Trina Maston & Maggie Mitchell Volunteer with Milton Special Needs Kids

A big thank you to Trina Maston and Maggie Mitchell, two dedicated IUPAT DC 53 members, for volunteering their time for a great cause! They recently joined the Brothers of the Wheel to spend time with Milton Special Needs kids, spreading joy and making a difference. We’re proud to have members like you!

Celebrating International Painters Appreciation Day – Honoring the Craft and Dedication of Our Members!

Today is International Painters Appreciation Day, we take a moment to recognize the painters who help keep our buildings, bridges, and job sites looking their best and staying protected. At IUPAT District Council 53, our members take pride in their work, from commercial and residential painting to industrial coatings and more. Their skill and attention […]