On August 17, 2016, Local 1 (Chicago, Illinois) hosted Boilermaker Code training for members and invited guests. Among the participants were Eddie Downs, midwest regional director for CB&I and Patrick O’Connor, labor relations for CB&I. The class was led by John Skermont, Patrick Gallagher and … read more
Late last year, the Boilermakers union, through its MOST safety and training trust, launched a program designed to fundamentally change the culture of the organization in the construction industry. The Boilermaker Code is our union’s commitment to elevating the attitudes and behaviors of Boilermakers to … read more
Twenty-one local union lodges participate in the Boilermaker Vacation Trust. They include Locals 4, 7, 11, 13, 27, 28, 29, 45, 60, 83, 92, 101, 107, 193, 237, 242, 363, 502, 549, 627, and 647. If you have worked in the jurisdiction of any of … read more
International President Newton B. Jones formally announced the retirement of MOST Administrator Roger Erickson during the 2015 National Tripartite Alliance Conference. Accompanied by a standing ovation for his years of service, Jones congratulated him, stating, “I think everybody here respects the job you’ve done; I … read more
Until the 1980s, getting hurt on the job was a risk everyone accepted. Today, safety means all Boilermakers come home at the end of every shift. It means our training has to be second to none. It means responsibility and accountability must be ingrained in … read more