Jason George
Business Manager/Financial Secretary
I am extremely proud and humbled that the members of Local 49 have put their faith in me to lead this incredible organization. I have been a member of this…
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President
As President of Local 49, it is without a doubt, one of the greatest honors and privileges of my 35 years as a member of Local 49. I am looking…
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Recording-Corresponding Secretary
I first want to thank the membership of Local 49 for allowing me to serve as your Recording-Corresponding Secretary. I became a member of Local 49 in 2000 and began…
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Vice President
As your Vice President of Local 49 I want to say that it is a honor and privilege to be working with the Local 49 membership. I am from northern…
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Treasurer
As a member of Local 49 since 1998, I started my career as an masonry forklift and crane operator working on numerous projects in southern Minnesota and the metro area….
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April16
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49 statement on treatment of the Minnesota National Guard by other labor leaders this week
I learned on twitter last night of an incident that occurred earlier this week involving other union leaders and the Minnesota National Guard at the St. Paul Labor Center. What…
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April7
Local 49 Training Center is Hiring for a General Crane and All Terrain Crane Instructors
The Local 49 Training Center is hiring for a General Crane Instructor and an All Terrain Crane Instructor. Click below to view the job description and requirements for each position….
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March15
Public Sector & Private Shops Steward Training
Public Sector & Private Shops Steward Training will be hosted on April 27, 2021 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. This training is designed for all current stewards and members interested…
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March11
Elizabeth Ennenga – Women in Construction Week
Local 49 member Elizabeth Ennenga graduated from Georgetown University with a major in comparative politics and now owns her own company: Quad E Companies. Soon after graduation, Elizabeth moved…
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March8
NaFeeSha King – Member Story
“This is the greatest job in the world, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.” NaFeeSha King has worn many hats throughout her career in various industries but says that…
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February26
Local 49 urges legislators to invest in infrastructure as budget surplus is expected
“Today, state officials announced that Minnesota has a $1.6 billion surplus of tax money for the 2022-23 budget year. The state owes a debt of gratitude to the men and…
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