March 3, 2020 Primary Election Dear Local 393 Brothers & Sisters, 2020 may be the biggest political year of our lifetimes. Working class people like us need elected leaders and policies that prioritize the interests of our members, our families, and our communities. I urge you to not only vote in the primary election, but […]

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The California State Pipe Trades Council Scholarship Foundation awards college scholarships to sons and daughters of UA Local Union members in good standing. In order to apply, your child must be either:  A high school senior graduating in June and attending a U.S. community college, or 4-year college or university during the coming academic year;  A […]

Please join us for an introduction to personal money management Learn how to reduce your financial stress Understand common myths that cause us to make poor money choices (over and over again…) Did you know financial stress… Is the number one threat to your health?   Shortens your life? Leads to poorer outcomes for many […]

2020:  Saturday, February 22, 2020 @ 9:00AM at U.A. Local 393 Union Hall – Retirement Planning Seminar  Saturday, February 22, 2020 @ 12:00 PM at U.A. Local 393 Union Hall – Part B Pension Self Directed Educational Seminar  Saturday, September 26, 2020 @ 9:00AM at U.A. Local 393 Union Hall – Retirement Planning Seminar  Saturday, […]

Congratulations to the tradeswomen of Local 393 who were prominently featured in the November 2019 edition of the UA Journal in the President’s Report about the importance of women in the trades! The photo is from the Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference in early October in Minneapolis, where the local was well-represented by some of the […]

Join the South Bay Labor Council for its annual labor holiday party for families in need. If you would like to volunteer on Saturday, December 21, please email RSVP@local393.org for shift details. Volunteers will help coordinate parking and sort food and toys. Volunteers are also needed to play the role of Santa.

The MEPs will march together as a delegation with our union brothers and sisters. Families and friends are welcome to join. Meet up at 11am at the parking lot near W. San Fernando and Delmas Ave. The parade begins at 12pm. Questions? Contact jean@local393.org.

Pipe Trades Training Center 780 Commercial StreetSan Jose, CA Email cindy@pttc.edu to reserve your spot in any of the below classes. Lean Construction Principles Saturday, Oct. 26 or Sunday, Oct. 27 Session 1: 7:30 – 10:30amThe Last Planner System Overview Attendees will be introduced to Lean Construction concepts, means, and methods. Attendees will learn to […]

Location: UA Local Union 393 Union Hall, 6150 Cottle Road, San Jose. In addition to the UA Local 393 Special Election for a new Business Agent, the membership will vote on whether to “sell” or “retain” UA Local Union 393 Union Hall & Social Security Building. Please bring your union membership card to vote. The […]

Dear UA Local 393 Community, As you know, we have members struggling to care for family who were victims of the Gilroy shooting. We plan to organize a community service day to help with important projects, but in the interim, please consider donating here. If you don’t have the resources to contribute, please share the […]

July 29, 2019 Dear UA Local 393 Members, We recently began notifying our UA Brothers and Sisters about an attack on the registered apprenticeship programs that make us who we are. We get the job done right ‐ on time ‐ and on budget because of the level of skill our members bring to every […]

We had a great time at our annual picnic this June in Saratoga Springs! Check out the photos here and download your favorites! You can also check out and share from this photo album on Facebook here.

Pipe Trades Training Center 780 Commercial StreetSan Jose, CA Email cindy@pttc.edu to enroll Introduction to Virtual TechnologyAug. 19 – Oct. 23, Monday/Wednesday 5-8pmDrones * PlanGrid (Calibrator, Power Calibrators, Administrator) *  BlueBeam * ProCore *BIM360 – Dock/Field * Total Station/Leica Blk Scanning Recap Pro Software Prerequisite: Successfully passed assessment test on Computer Skills and Advanced Drawing and Layout […]

It’s that time of year again–baseball season! July 20, come watch the San Jose Giants play with your union brothers and sisters. Bring family and friends! Pick up your free tickets at the union hall. The game starts at 6pm. There will be post-game fireworks sponsored by the South Bay Piping Industry.

Wage AllocationIncrease Effective 7/1/19 When: Monday, June 10, 5:30pm Where: IBEW Local 3322125 Canoas Garden Ave., Suite 100San Jose, CA 95125 $3.50 raise starting July 1, 2019. The breakdown proposed by the negotiating committee is as follows: $1.50 : Base Rate $0.25 : Health & Welfare $0.50 : Part A Pension – Defined Benefit $1.00 : Part […]

Now is the time to start planning for your retirement. Please join us to learn more about your U.A. Local 393 Defined Benefit Pension Plan (Part A) and U.A. Local 393 Defined Contribution Plan (Part B). Thursday, February 21st, 2019 5:30 pm: Retirement Planning Seminar Saturday, February 23rd, 2019 9:00 am: Retirement Planning Seminar 11:30 […]

The California State Pipe Trade Council are awarding thirty-two (32) scholarships in the amount of $2,500 to the winning scholarship applicants. Applications and the required materials will be accepted starting on January 1, 2019 though March 31, 2019. For the scholarship application and contest rules please visit www.calpipes.org or click here.

Below are the election results for UA Local Union 393 Officers and Committee Members for 2019-2021.

Elections for UA Local Union 393 Officers and Committee Members for the 2019-2021 Term will be held on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) until 8:00 p.m. at the Union Hall, located at 6150 Cottle Road, San Jose, CA. Please review this document for more information.  

The Labor Movement is hosting an event on Saturday, December 22nd to help Santa Clara County families with limited resources by providing them with toys, games, and the chance to meet Santa all for free! Help spread the word about the Labor Movement Holiday Party! Let families know that they can register to attend the event […]

The memorial services for Brother Robert Garcia will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 2:00pm. Location: Spangler Mortuaries – Los Altos Chapel 399 South San Antonio Road Los Altos, California, United States 94022 If you want any additional information about the memorial service click here.

Service Pin Recipients and Retirees, join us at our Holiday Luncheon to commemorate you for all the years of service with UA Local 393. Contact the union hall if you have any questions.

Now is the time to start planning for your retirement. Please join us to learn more about your U.A. Local 393 Defined Benefit Pension Plan (Part A) and U.A. Local 393 Defined Contribution Plan (Part B). Thursday, October 25th, 2018 5:30 pm: Retirement Planning Seminar Saturday, October 27th, 2018 9:00 am: Retirement Planning Seminar 11:30 […]