International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC)

What drives our Local 9 PA apprentices to build a better future? 💪It’s all about earning while learning, craftsmanship, stability, and a debt-free path to a rewarding career. Check out what they have to say about their journey.

#SkilledTrades #BetterInAUnion #apprenticeships

Happy #WorksiteWednesday! 🚧 BAC Local 1 Hawaii members are hard at work installing stone riprap at the Makena Ranch project. Quality craftsmanship in paradise! 🛠️🌺

#BestHandsInTheBusiness #SkilledTrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether

Congratulations to our very own Liliana Calderon-Castillo for being named a 2026 Construction Champion! 🏆 So well-deserved! 👏

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#WomenInConstruction #Tradeswomen #constructionchampions #WomenInConstructionWeek #leadingtheway

March marks the 10th Anniversary of National #LadderSafetyMonth!🪜For a decade, the American Ladder Institute has been dedicated to reducing injuries and saving lives through education and training. Let’s make 2026 the safest year yet!
#laddersafety #workplacesafety #safetyfirst #nlsm2026

Kudos to Local 1 WA/AK for leading the charge on critical seismic safety legislation. Their advocacy protects our communities and ensures skilled union professionals are reinforcing Washington’s infrastructure. 🏗️💪
#UnionStrong #SafetyFirst #BuildingTomorrowTogether

Transitioning from non-union jobs to the union gave Zakiyah Sayyed of BAC Local 1 NY the sense of belonging. She believes the delicate balance of strength and artistry needed for restoration makes masonry a perfect career path for women.

#UnionStrong #skilledtrades #tradeswomen

Thank you, PA State Rep. Tim O'Neal and Rep. Joe McAndrew for visiting our Local 9 PA members at work!

#UnionStrong #skilledtrades #Besthandsinthebusiness

.@CPWR is hosting a webinar on their updated "Working Safely with Silica" website and exposure control planning tool at 2pm ET on Feb 26. To learn more and register --> shorturl.at/FdtPj

#1uSafety #silicadust

Black History Month Profiles: Yasmine Lee | AFL-CIO For Black History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently actively making Black history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the pe...

“My union has supported me not only as a worker, but as a person, ensuring fair wages, respect, and opportunity.” - Yasmine Lee of BAC Local 2 Michigan

More: shorturl.at/LfBZ8

Thank you, @aflcio.org, for featuring sister Lee!

#BlackHistoryMonth #1u #unionstrong

BAC Local 1 Hawaii members David and Alika Kinimaka from Hilo Tile and Stone are bringing top-tier craftsmanship to the UH Mānoa campus. Clean work, solid builds, and nothing but aloha for the craft.

#WorkstieWednesday #SkilledTrades #BestHandsInTheBusiness

"Unions are the only institution with the incentive to make healthcare work for the working people." - Mark Blum, Executive Director of America's Agenda

#BetterInAUnion #HealthcareHumanRight

Deeply appreciate @replsimon.bsky.social joining our Executive Council today to discuss critical issues facing working families. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to securing a better future for the next generation!

#Solidarity #BuildingTomorrowTogether

We’re pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 Canadian Bates Scholarship competition:

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#BetterInAUnion #Scholarships

Made in America, Loved by Us: aflcio.org/valentines
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone!

#valentines #buyunion

Training the best tile setters! Thank Noble Company for investing time and expertise in the next generation of craftworkers, and BAC Local 1 MN/ND/SD training center for sharing the photos!

#SkilledTrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether #BetterInAUnion #unionstrong
#BestHandsInTheBusiness

At just 20 years old, Morgan Lashua is already a 60–70% masonry apprentice and is building a strong career in the trades with BAC Local 3 MA/ME/NH/RI.

#BetterInAUnion #SkilledTrades

Uplifting is what we do! Big thanks to the skilled craftworkers of ADC 1 of IL for kicking off wall panel installation last week at our new Elgin site.

#WorksiteWednesday #SkilledTrades #unionstrong #BuildingTomorrowTogether

So proud of our skilled members! Thanks, Building Wisconsin and our #Wisconsin District Council, for sharing.

#SkilledTrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether #BetterInAUnion #unionstrong

BAC annually awards three scholarships to students whose parents or step-parents are US BAC members. This year’s application deadline is April 9. Don’t miss it:

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#BetterInAUnion #Scholarships

Staying at the forefront of training keeps our members ready to lead. A big shout out to our members of our ADC 1 of IL who just had a hands-on training session w/ advanced laser cleaning technology used on world-class #restoration projects!
#BestHandsInTheBusiness #UnionStrong

Make your Big Game party a win for workers! 🏈 From brews to snacks, make sure your celebration supports the labor movement. 🍻🥨

#BuyUnion #UnionMade #BigGame #Solidarity #SuperBowl #UnionStrong

Working in the cold weather? Check out our Cold Weather Safety resources at bacweb.org/safety

#1uSafety

Our members of Local 23 OH/WV/KY/MD - Mike Emans, Owen Shanahan, Russ Hodges, Greg Weaver, and Pat Steele - are working hard on the Baumann Ford car dealership in Oregon, Ohio!

#WorkSiteWednesday #SkilledTrades
#UnionStrong #BuildingTomorrowTogether

Boosting self-esteem allows you to maintain a sense of worth, even through life's greatest challenges. We invite you to put self-esteem on your radar this month! Learn more: bacbenefits.org/map/map-now

#selfesteem

Entering a male-dominated field, Megan Steeves has always been determined to prove her capabilities on every job site, while also showing younger girls that any dream is possible, regardless of what others may say. We wish you the best, Megan!

#TradesWomen #skilledtrades #BetterInAUnion

We need your input to help the American Ladder Institute to evaluate the effectiveness of ladder safety training. Please respond to their survey by 3/31 and your responses will be anonymous: www.surveymonkey.com/r/MD7YTTN

#SafetyFirst #LadderSafety

On this #WorksiteWednesday, we want to give a shoutout to our BAC Local 23 OH/WV/KY/MD Northeast Chapter member Tim James, employed by Miencorp Masonry, working at Kimberly Clark in Warren, #Ohio!

#skilledtrades #unionstrong

BAC Local 7 NY/NJ signatory contractor Andrew Baumgardner of Baumgardner Finishing Co. talks about the confidence the company has to bid and build major projects with high quality, safety and top efficiency.

#BestHandsInTheBusiness #BuildingTomorrowTogether #UnionStrong #SkilledTrades

Don’t miss this great opportunity provided by International Masonry Institute to learn more about #masonry #rainscreen wall systems!

Register to attend: hubs.la/Q03_TLB90

#skilledtrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether

Updating #Telehandler certificates periodically helps our members maintain the highest levels of #safety on jobsites.

Thanks, BAC Local 1 #Saskatchewan and IMI Saskatchewan, for sharing the photos!

#BuildingTomorrowTogether #skilledtrades #UnionStrong