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Kapolei High School’s “Shadow a Union Journeyperson Day”

jade — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:45:47 +0000

The Third and Fourth Round of Kapolei High School’s “Shadow a Union Journeyperson Day,” took place on December 8, and December 12, 2009. On December 8, Training Director, Alvin Van Treese, instructed students on the proper way of installing VCT flooring. Mr. Van Treese explained the importance of good math skills to ensure accurate flooring alignment. Simeon Harmon, Journeyperson, mentored students in the technique of applying adhesive glue to the floor. On December 12, students were given instructions in the set up, measurement configuration and were also afforded the opportunity to apply VCT floor tiles. Also assisting were David Stone, President; Local 1926, floor layer apprentices; David Hallberg; Kaipo Pajente; Jared Imoto; Jason Martillano; and Roy Johnson, Field Representative, Glaziers, Architectural Metal and Glassworkers, Local 1889. Industrial Technology Academy Instructor, Brian Ichida expresses his heartfelt thanks to all of the members of the Floor layers Local 1296, for their hard work and continued support of Kapolei High School. District Council 50 also recognizes and commends these gentlemen for their time, energy and dedication to the trade and to the students at Kapolei High School.

Hawaii Construction Career Day

jade — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:30:52 +0000

Honolulu Community College hosted the annual Hawaii Construction Career Day on October 22 and 23. The nonprofit organization shared with Hawaii’s youth, insight and information into construction career opportunities. District Council 50 Floorlayers and Glaziers participated in this very interactive and hands-on event. The forum showcased construction companies, engineering firms, government agencies, university institutions and various construction organizations. In the construction trades arena, students were able to observe demonstrations and participate in practical activities. Students were introduced to a variety of skilled trades that stressed the importance of a good education to help prepare them for the future. DC50 staff, Roy Johnson, Derek Stewart, and Alvin Van Treese, enjoyed sharing with the students and hope that this experience helps to give them a glimpse into the construction industry.

No Jobs, No Justice!

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:57:59 +0000

The power of the union comes from the participation of the membership, and the time has arrived for us to unite, protect our quality of life and take back the work stolen by non‐union contractors. Hotel Owners, Developers, and the Public need to recognize that we will FIGHT to keep our work from going to contractors who do not respect local people.

Kahala Hotel recently awarded irresponsible contractors a 300‐hundred room renovation. What did we do about it? On Saturday, May 9, 2009, over 60 of our painters, tapers, glaziers and floorlayers representing District Council 50 peacefully protested the use of non‐union contractors at the Kahala Hotel.

Your Organizing Committee has targeted HOTELS as a key market that should only be awarded to union contractors and members, especially in these tough economic times.

For more information or to get involved, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 808-941-0991.