April 14, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, Below are the minutes for the March 2021 union meeting and the April 2021 Executive Board meeting. Sincerely, Steve FloresBusiness ManagerUA Local 393
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April 2021 Regular Union Meeting
April 9, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, We will be holding our April 2021 regular union meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at 5:30 pm. This will be a full interactive meeting using the same format as last month’s union meeting. Sincerely, Steve FloresBusiness ManagerUA Local 393
Union Meeting and Executive Board Meeting Minutes
March 10, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, Below are the minutes for the February 2021 union meeting and the March 2021 Executive Board meeting. Sincerely, Steve FloresBusiness ManagerUA Local 393
March 2021 Regular Union Meeting
March 8, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, We will be holding our March 2021 regular union meeting on Wednesday March 10, 2021, at 5:30 pm. This will be a full interactive meeting using the same format as the January and February union meetings. Sincerely, Steve FloresBusiness ManagerUA Local 393
COVID-19 Vaccinations
February 17, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, California is now in the process of vaccinating its citizens. Below are the links to the county health departments websites for several Bay Area counties, where information may be found on their vaccination implementation. Sincerely, Steve FloresBusiness ManagerUA Local 393
Union Meeting and Executive Board Meeting Minutes
February 17, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, Below are the minutes for the January 2021 union meeting and the February 2021 Executive Board meeting. Sincerely, Steve FloresBusiness ManagerUA Local 393
February 2021 Regular Union Meeting
February 9, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, We will be holding our February regular union meeting on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at 5:30 pm. We are holding it a week late to give members extra time to register. This will be a full, interactive meeting using the same format as the January […]
COVID-19 Questions
January 25, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, During the coronavirus pandemic, we have been providing our members with updated information to help them navigate this crisis. This has been done via email blasts and communications posted here on our website. However, we have not been able to adequately keep up with questions […]
Canceled – California State Pipe Trades Convention
January 25, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, On January 19, 2021, the California State Pipe Trades Council, along with all the California UA Business Managers, met and voted to cancel the California State Pipe Trades Convention for 2021. Because of this, we will no longer be accepting nomination forms for the convention […]
Dropping Contract Knowledge Modules via Zoom
Join us next Wednesday, January 20, at 5pm on Zoom to learn everything you need to know about our Master Labor Agreement, how it works for us, and how we can make sure it stays strong and works the way it should. What? Discussion about the MLA (Master Labor Agreement) and the interpretation from the […]
40th United Association Convention
January 13, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, The 40th Call for a Convention of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry of the United States and Canada has been issued to convene on Monday, August 23, 2021. The meeting will take place via one of three […]
100th California State Pipe Trades Convention
January 13, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, The 100th Call for a Convention of the California State Pipe Trades Council of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry of the United States and Canada has been issued to convene on Thursday, May 13, 2021. This will […]
Union Meeting and Executive Board Meeting Minutes
January 13, 2021 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, Please find below the minutes for the December 2020 union meeting and the January 2021 Executive Board meeting. Sincerely, Steve Flores Business Manager UA Local 393
Regular Union Meeting January 13, 2021
We will hold a regular, full interactive union meeting Wednesday, January 13, at 5:30pm via Zoom. Registration is required.
Retirement Planning Seminar Feb. 20
Now is the time to start planning for your retirement. Please join us to learn more about your U.A. Local No. 393 Defined Benefit Pension Plan (Part A) and U.A. Local No. 393 Defined Contribution Plan (Part B). Saturday, February 20, 20219:00 am: Part A – Retirement Planning Seminar12:00 pm: Part B – Self-Directed Educational […]
HVAC Nor Cal Service Negotiation Meeting
We will be meeting Tuesday, December 15, at 5pm via Zoom to discuss the upcoming HVAC service agreement. This meeting is for all HVAC service technicians. Please have at least 3 items you would like to discuss pertaining to the agreement. View the current agreement here.
Informational Union Meeting Wed., Dec. 9, 2020
Dear Local 393 Brothers and Sisters, I hope this letter finds you and your family safe and healthy. We will be having an informational only (non-interactive) union meeting this Wednesday, December 9, at 5:30pm. We will be providing reports from the business manager, business agents, organizer, and the member advocate. Any questions on their reports […]
Campaign for a Secure Future Updates
December 1, 2020 CSF Monthly Meetings There is no 12/2 meeting. The next meeting is Wednesday, January 6, at 4:30pm. Email RSVP@local393.org to register to attend. Phone Banking to Georgia Taking back the U.S. Senate is critical to protecting unions and working families. In partnership with the AFL-CIO, the South Bay Labor Council is adopting […]
Informational Union Meeting Wed., Nov. 11
Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers, I hope this letter finds you and your family safe and healthy. We will be having an informational only (non-interactive) union meeting next Wednesday, November 11, at 5:30pm. We will be providing reports from the business manager, business agents, organizer, and the member advocate. Any questions on their […]
Virtual MEPS Lean Construction Training
Hello Everyone, I hope you, your family, friends, and loved ones are safe and healthy. As we continue to navigate our way into the unknown of the construction industry, gaining the union market share is at the top of my mind. In order to do this, we need to position ourselves with the skills, expertise, and […]
No Union Meeting Tonight 10/14
Dear Brothers and Sisters: There is no union meeting tonight, October 14. The next virtual meeting will be Wednesday, November 11, at 5:30pm. Please stay safe and healthy. In Solidarity,Steve Flores
UA Local 393’s Voter Guide Is Here
Dear 393 Brothers and Sisters, COVID-19 has forever changed our lives and the way we do our jobs. This election will be dramatically different than anything we’ve ever seen. So much is at stake – not only the president, but all the state and local leaders who have a direct hand in increasing union construction […]
Your Fall 2020 Newsletter Is Here
Download the newsletter as a PDF here Jump to a story from this newsletter: Guest Leadership Column: Derrick Kualapai 393 Member Truc Cindy Ho: In Recovery & Finding Purpose 393 Member Matt Talbott: Stuntman in Hollywood & on the Job November 3 Election Hub Training Center Update: Benefits of Online Learning Nancy’s Corner: Member Advocate […]
Volunteers Needed!
Sept. 28: Assist local families affected by the CZU fires in the Santa Cruz mountain communities of Boulder Creek, Forest Springs and Big Basin. Sign up to learn more! Call Nancy at: 408-464-3738Send email to:393@memberadvocate.org
Air Quality Index Above 150
September 14, 2020 Dear UA Local 393 Sisters and Brothers: Under Cal/OSHA when the Air Quality Index exceeds 150, employers are required to either send workers home and close down projects, or provide respirators permitting workers to continue to work. Click here for the Cal/OSHA Emergency Regulation to Protect Outdoor Workers from Wildfire Smoke in […]
UA International Statement on the 2020 Presidential Election
FROM: General President Mark McManus and the UA Political Engagement Committee DATE: August 17, 2020 SUBJECT: United Association Makes Endorsement in 2020 Presidential Campaign OUR DECISION With under three months until the General Election on November 3, the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States […]
United Association Update
July 28, 2020TO ALL LOCAL UNION BUSINESS MANAGERS Dear Brothers and Sisters: Over the past several weeks, the General Office has received inquiries on a number of important issues related to COVID-19 and Local Union elections, membership meetings, approval of expenditures, and allocations of collectively-bargained increases. Given that all Local Unions are dealing with one […]
Campaign for a Secure Future September Events
Please RSVP for all events by emailing RSVP@local393.org! Date and Time Event Wednesday, Sept. 2, 4:30pm Campaign for a Secure Future Virtual MeetingMonthly CSF meeting for UA Local 393 members. A guest speaker and dinner are provided.Location: Zoom – You must RSVP to receive the meeting link. Saturday, Sept. 5, 9:00am Help take back the […]
No Union Meeting in August
Aug. 11, 2020 Dear Members: There is no union meeting in August. The next virtual UA Local 393 union meeting will be on Wednesday, September 9th at 5:30pm. Thank you and stay safe. UA Local 393
New Holiday Calendar Available
The July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 holiday calendar is now available! Here it is–you can also find it anytime directly from the “Calendars” tab at the top of the website.
Important Union Updates for June 2020
June 8, 2020 Dear Local 393 Members and Contractors, During the coronavirus pandemic, we will be providing information to help navigate this crisis and receive important union updates. This will be done via email blasts and communications posted here on our website ( www.ualocal393.org ). Please make sure you have all of the pertinent information we have […]
In Response to #COVID-19 Pandemic: UA Members and Families Can Complete Bachelor’s Degree for Free This Summer
Enroll by May 18th–the UA Will Ensure it Costs You Nothing to Complete Your Degree Because of the current economic and health uncertainty facing many of our members, your union is making it possible for all students who enroll through the UA Low-Cost Degree Program at Central State University this summer to complete their degree […]
Wed. 4/22 at 2pm: Tell San Jose City Council How We Can Safely Resume Construction
Dear 393 Members, During these challenging times, we must demand that job safety and worker protections be implemented and not eroded. The City of San Jose has an online meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, April 22, at 2pm, to discuss ideas on how to begin construction during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you can participate by sending an […]
4/7/20 Update from the Business Manager
April 7, 2020 Dear 393 Members and Contractors, During the coronavirus pandemic, we are providing our members with updated information to help them navigate this crisis. This is done via email blasts and communications posted here on our website (www.ualocal393.org). Please make sure you have all of the pertinent information we have provided by reading […]
Response Needed to Help Local 393 Respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 30, 2020 Dear Local 393 Members: UA Local 393 is gathering information from contractors and members to help the union respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please take a minute to answer questions regarding your employment status. The form is available at www.ualocal393.org and you can also access it by clicking here or the button […]
Important 3/27 Update from Business Manager Steve Flores
March 27, 2020 Dear 393 Members and Contractors, During the coronavirus pandemic, we will be providing our members with updated information to help them navigate this crisis. This will be done via email blasts and communications posted on our website (www.ualocal393.org). Please make sure you have all of the pertinent information we have provided by […]
Latest Updates for UA Local 393 Members and Contractors
March 24, 2020 Dear 393 Members and Contractors, During the coronavirus pandemic, we will be providing our members with updated information to help them navigate this crisis. This will be done via email blasts and communications posted on our website (www.ualocal393.org). Please make sure you have all of the pertinent information we have provided by […]
An Important Message from UA General President Mark McManus
March 20, 2020 Please take a few minutes to listen to this important message from UA General President Mark McManus about the most accurate ways to get information about what is happening right now related to the coronavirus pandemic. We are using our website to share the most accurate information from the United Association and […]
Guidelines to Protect Worker Health Related to Coronavirus and Other Potential Infectious Material (OPIM) in Plumbing and HVAC Systems
United Association (UA) March 18, 2020 I. Purpose: To provide guidance to protect the health of workers performing work on plumbing and HVAC systems. II. Understanding Coronavirus Exposure for the Mechanical Trades It is important to understand that Coronavirus is a large family of viruses found in humans and animals. Coronaviruses are responsible for upper […]