Unless you never follow the news, you know the impending impact of artificial intelligence has become a constant buzz in the news cycle. One of the most salient issues that arises is its impact on the workforce. If you expect to work for at least another 10 years, will you have a job, or will…Read More…

By Robert Tomkavage | rtomkavage@scrantontimes.com | The Times-Tribune UPDATED: November 11, 2024 at 2:53 PM EST City of Scranton supports apprenticeship programs – Scranton Times-Tribune A pair of apprenticeship grants through the city of Scranton will help local unions train future carpenters and electrical workers. The Carpenters’ Apprentice Ready Program (CARP), operated by the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of…Read More…

Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers (EASCTC) and Rowan University today announced a partnership that creates a pathway to a bachelor’s degree in construction management. The agreement offers eligible members and apprentices expedited access and entry into Rowan’s online programs in construction management, including three stackable certificates. Students can transfer up to 73 equivalent college credits depending on…Read More…

by: Jennifer Lewis-Hall, Jessica Yakubovsky Posted: Oct 25, 2024 / 01:45 PM EDT Updated: Oct 25, 2024 / 01:46 PM EDT   Organizers say it’s a “first of its kind event” for construction workers in the Bensalem Pennsylvania area. That’s as a group of contractors gathered to talk about mental health issues in the construction industry on Thursday, October…Read More…

News provided by EIN Presswire Oct 09, 2024, 12:30 PM EST PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Carpenter Contractor Trust (CCT) proudly supports Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind (Atlantic Shores) as it announces the approval of its Construction and Operations Plans by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management for Atlantic Shores Projects 1 and 2. This…Read More…

BALTIMORE — Women in need can get support to help them break into and succeed in skilled labor trades. Jabria Ford is all smiles as she dresses tables, pipes drapes and sets up signage for Baltimore Comic-Con at the Baltimore Convention Center. It’s her first day on a trade show carpentry job, an opportunity she…Read More…

Matthew Fazelpoor//June 25, 2024//   Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind announced Tuesday it selected Cherry Hill-based Riggs Distler & Co. Inc. to lead a key aspect of Atlantic Shores Project 1. The effort is slated to be the Garden State’s first offshore wind project. One of the nation’s leading utility, mechanical and electrical contractors, Riggs Distler, a Centuri company, will…Read More…

GCs need to thoroughly vet subcontractors, use careful contract language and lean on labor partnerships to limit their risk, attorneys say. Published Aug. 27, 2024 Zachary Phillips This feature is a part of “The Dotted Line” series, which takes an in-depth look at the complex legal landscape of the construction industry. To view the entire…Read More…

The Biggest Long-term Investment in Union Trades  Federal investments in infrastructure projects do more than make headlines; they create tangible benefits for union contractors and the communities they build. These initiatives lead to job creation, strengthen apprenticeship programs, promote a positive workplace culture, create safer job sites, and support local economies. Moreover, these infrastructure investments…Read More…

The carpenters union has long been a pivotal force in the construction industry, advocating for skilled labor, fair wages and comprehensive training. Recently, its efforts have focused on innovative partnerships with various community groups, aiming to enhance workforce development and create promising career pathways for young individuals. These collaborations, supported by grants and community initiatives,…Read More…