International Union of Operating Engineers (Washington D.C.)
IUOE is a trade union representing workers from heavy equipment operators and mechanics in the construction industry, to the stationary engineers—those who maintain and operate building and industrial complexes and service industries throughout the United States and Canada.
Local 49 Apprenticeship and Training Fund
The Local 49 Apprenticeship and Training Fund is overseen by a board of trustees made up of both labor and management. Local 49 is committed to the best possible educational opportunities for our members, whether you are sure of your educational goals, or still undecided, the Local 49 Training Center is a great place to start your future. We are a comprehensive technical and educational facility located in Hinckley, Minnesota.
Local 49 Health & Welfare Fund
The Operating Engineers Local 49 Health and Welfare Fund is a self funded multi-employer health plan with approximately 38,000 participants. The Fund is governed by a board of trustees made up of both Labor and Management. The Trustees are committed to providing you and your family with the tools, information and programs you need to take control of your health.
Central Pension Fund
The Central Pension Fund (CPF) is a multi-employer pension fund established in 1960 to provide retirement, disability and death benefits to members of, and individuals represented by, the International Union of Operating Engineers. Plan benefits are based upon annual employer contributions for participants which are reported to CPF from employer locations.
CPF is governed by a Board of Trustees comprised of employee and participating employer representatives. CPF's responsibilities include servicing participants and employers, supporting the employers and unions by maintaining a pension plan that will attract and retain employees, fulfilling the fund's fiduciary role and ultimately paying pension benefits. If you have any questions regarding your pension please visit their website or contact them at 202-362-1000 ext. 521
Helmets to Hardhats
Helmets to Hardhats is a national, nonprofit program that connects National Guard, Reserve, retired and transitioning active-duty military service members with skilled training and quality career opportunities in the construction industry. The program is designed to help military service members successfully transition back into civilian life by offering them the means to secure a quality career in the construction industry.
Employers can also take advantage of Helmets to Hardhats. After establishing an account, employers can search and identify highly qualified veterans in the Helmets to Hardhats database.
The program is administered by the Center for Military Recruitment, Assessment, and Veterans Employment and headquartered in Washington, D.C. Direction for management of the center comes from a board of trustees comprised of equal numbers of employer and labor trustees.
Minnesota Building and Construction Trades Council
The Minnesota State Building and Construction Trades Council is the advocate voice for unionized construction workers in Minnesota. Seventy thousand members strong, the Minnesota Building Trades has provided leadership and advocacy for construction workers in Minnesota for 70 years.
North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU)
NABTU is dedicated to the stability of employment and economic security of organized construction workers in North America. Our purpose is to create more work opportunities, achieve living wages and protect benefit standards, not just for the members of our 14 national and international union affiliates, but for all construction workers.
Organized construction workers have achieved a powerful voice in government, in bargaining and in their communities. For over a century, NABTU has worked to secure the continued stability of employment and economic security of organized skilled craft professionals in the construction industry.
Hotel Discounts
For Local 49 members and families several hotels in the Twin Cities offers discounted rates.
Holiday Inn Express in Roseville: Special rate is $85.00 per night+taxes (weekday) or $92.00 per night+taxes (weekend) by calling 651-294-7200 and asking for the “Local 49” rate.
AmericInn Hotel & Suites Mounds View: Special rate Sunday – Thursday $79.00 per night and Fri/Sat is 20% off the full rate by calling 763-786-2000 and ask for the “Local 49” rate.
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester, MN: Special rate is $70-$80 per night (Sunday – Thursday) and $92-96 per night (Friday and Saturday) by calling 507-536-7000 and ask for the Local 49 rate.
La Quinta Inn & Suites Rochester MN: Special rate is $91 per night by calling the Sales Manager at 507-258-6100 and ask about the Local 49 rate.
Union House (All American Imprints)
Union House is just north of the Twin Cities metro area in Wyoming, MN, and you can get high-quality, union-made (in the USA) apparel on their website as well. Men’s work clothes, blue jeans, jackets, golf shirts, even underwear! They also do custom screen printing and embroidery. You can order on their website or by calling 651-462-7710.
Building Trades Federal Credit Union
Members and retirees of Operating Engineers Local #49 (and their families) are eligible to join the Building Trades Federal Credit Union. The Building Federal Trades Credit Union offers a full range of financial services and some of the lowest loan rates in the Upper Midwest.
