Events in union history that happened in January: 1869: The Colored National Labor Union was formed in Washington, D.C., with 214 delegates in attendance. As the first labor convention of Black workers in the United States, this event marked a significant step toward advocating for racial equality and fair labor practices in the workplace. 1882: […]
We’d like to give a shout out to Hydro members David Roush, Paul Roberts, and Bryce Lester from Local 1144 for their hard work with GAP Hydro. Your dedication and skills are appreciated! Check out our members proudly holding the new IUPAT DC 53 hoodies. Stop by your local union hall to pick yours up, […]
We’d like to give a shout out to Ben Gravely, Cody Counts, and Damien Cook, drywall finishers from Local 970, who were recently visited by Business Representative Chris Hardman at their job site in Teays Valley, where they are working with Cornerstone. Thank you all for your hard work and commitment to excellence!
Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025 Location: 117 Label Lane, Weston, WV Join us to explore cutting-edge solutions in coating and corrosion, connect with industry professionals, and witness live demonstrations of the latest hydro and water blasting techniques. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn and network with experts in the field. Register here to attend: […]
A big thank you to Jeff Stanton (Local 91), Branson Liggitt (Local 804), and Nathan Weckbacher (Local 91) for their hard work on the Petticord project at the YWCA in Wheeling. Your dedication and skills are appreciated! Check out our members proudly holding the new IUPAT DC 53 hoodies. Stop by your local union hall […]
We’d like to give a shout out to John Watters and Devin Brafford from Local 970, working with Watters Painting in Teays Valley, WV. Your hard work is greatly appreciated!
Happy New Year from IUPAT DC 53! Thank you to all our members for your hard work and dedication over the past year! Here’s to a safe and productive 2025 as we continue to move forward together.
IUPAT DC 53 Proudly Supports Youth Apprenticeship Week 2024. Join us May 5-11 as we celebrate the power of apprenticeships, building brighter futures and careers together!
Today, on National Skilled Trades Day, IUPAT DC 53 wants to express our gratitude to the skilled tradespeople who bring their expertise to our Union. From Commercial Painting to Industrial Painting, Glazing, Drywall Finishing, and Hydro Vac Technicians, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for your dedication and craftsmanship!
We would like to give a shout out to fellow IUPAT DC 53 members Austin Parsons, Caleb Skaggs, Charles May, Chad Slater, Cole Adams, Gregg Parsons, Holly Lumpkins, John Herrington, Larry Cooper and Raven Malone during recents jobs at King’s Daughters Urgent Care in Paintsville and King’s Daughters Hospital in Ashland! Thank you for the […]
