This article highlights the advantages of joining a trade union, particularly the United Association (UA) Local 800, for skilled tradespeople. It emphasizes the benefits of pension plans, training opportunities, and improved working conditions, using the experiences of long-time member Yvon Doyon as an example.
As a skilled tradesperson, the uncertainty associated with flying solo without being an active member of a well-run trade union can be challenging. That is especially true when it comes to investing in, and planning for, your eventual retirement.
“Anyone joining the union has the employer remit on their behalf into the pension plan,” said Adam Mick, Assistant Business Manager with UA Local 800, which represents Plumbers, Steamfitters, and Welders. “It’s really all about investing in your future. The pension is paid 100 percent by the contractor above the base wages. A journeyman working 40 hours a week for a year can expect to have $18,000 or more invested on their behalf.
“I’ve been a member since 1977, and I retired around six years ago with a good pension and benefits,” said Doyon, who began as a welder but earned other tickets and job roles thanks to the training options offered by UA Local 800. “It’s optional if you want to keep your membership active after retirement. I did because it was the best thing to happen to me. The Union was always a great door opener for me and for all members.
“Every time I had a chance to participate in training the Union opened those doors for me,” he said. “Whether it was a first aid course or operating a forklift, all courses were available to any member who wanted to upgrade their skills. They offered a course to become a steamfitter, which I took and became a steamfitter. Another time the local had many local contracts doing gas work. They put gas training courses together and I successfully passed my ticket for G2 gas technician.
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