Gov. Evers has announced more than $6.6 million to support youth apprenticeship opportunities in grants through the second round of the Workforce Innovation Grant Program. The investment supports projects across 12 counties in central and southwest Wisconsin to ensure we have more apprenticeship opportunities and job skills training across the state. In this video, Plumbers Local 75 member Brian S. talks …
The Wisconsin Veterans in Piping Career Skills Training Program helps veterans, reservists, and National Guard members obtain the basic skills needed for a rewarding career in the pipe trades. The United Association (UA) Veterans in Piping Program is recognized by the Department of Defense and Department of Labor as the gold standard career skills program. Apply now as applications …
Covid vaccination levels are increasing, resulting in more companies bringing employees back to the office. As these buildings reopen, precautions are needed to insure water safety. Detailed info from pipe trades pros can be found on the web page Turning on the Tap. In this video, plumbing professionals outline the steps necessary to safely reopen plumbing …
The governor spent Labor Day morning thanking union workers at UA sponsored Labor Fest in Milwaukee, saying that without unions, our quality of life wouldn’t be the same. Today’s video features the Plumbers Local 75 Wisconsin Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. It shows the training you’ll get as a Plumbers 75 apprentice and the opportunities and income a career in plumbing can …
Wisconsin Pipe Trades professionals continue to take appropriate precautions to keep themselves and others safe. Through their career hub, they have a COVID-19 Health and Safety Portal to share helpful information. Our plumbers, steamfitters, welders, sprinkler fitters and HVAC service pros continue to stay on top of things. This video is a short clip covering the Plumbing Competition from …
Municipalities, including Dane County, have expressed concern about Legionella in the plumbing systems of reopening buildings and are providing guidance. The plumbing systems in buildings are designed to be used often. As more buildings reopen, managers need to take precautions to insure water safety. In this video, plumbing professionals talk about about the steps necessary to …
Today’s video features the recent Plumbers & Steamfitters UA Local 400 Welding Merit Badge Clinic. 192 Boy Scouts from the Bay-Lakes Council participated at Camp Rokilio in Kiel WI. UA 400 members provided the scouts with hands-on experience in welding fundamentals and practical welding skills. UA 400 and four signatory contractors donated all the necessary equipment including …
It’s a good idea for homeowners and businesses to make sure that their water is lead-free since the EPA estimates that up to 10 million US homes and buildings have water service lines containing lead. This week’s video shows a residential lead water service line being replaced by Plumbers Local 75 contractor, Mid City Corporation.
Plumbers and Steamfitters UA Local 400 has launched a New Business Portal where interested Fox Valley contractors can learn more about partnering with Local 400. Access to a flexible labor pool and an assist with HR headaches are just a couple benefits Local 400 can offer. The portal also answers some Frequently Asked Questions and …
Plumbing systems in commercial buildings are designed to be used often. Stagnant water in pipes is a fertile breeding ground for the bacteria that causes Legionnaire’s Disease. The current spike in COVID-19 has caused some buildings that had been open to close again. When they reopen, building managers need to take precautions to insure water …