WV Building & Construction Trades

Proudly representing over 24,000 union construction and trades workers in the state of West Virginia. Fighting for good wages and safe working conditions.

[CPWR @CPWR]

Outdoor construction work can put you at risk for skin cancer. Wear sunscreen, protective clothing, and stay in the shade when you can! Read more about this hazard and how to protect yourself here: https://t.co/Zq6T9IycMU #BeatTheHeat

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

The skilled workforce America needs is already here.

With 1,600 training centers and more than 300,000 apprentices and trainees, the NABTU training system is built to meet demand and deliver projects safely, on time, and at scale.

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[CPWR @CPWR]

The weather will continue to heat up as summer approaches. Check out CPWR's resources on how to keep construction workers safe from heat injuries this summer here: https://t.co/xtk8BEX9Lt

[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

Segments of the construction industry spent decades prioritizing short-term labor sourcing over long-term workforce investment, relying on low-wage, exploitable labor strategies instead of building durable training and recruitment systems capable of sustaining long-term demand.

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

The conversation about “skilled labor shortages” is missing a critical fact: The Building Trades already train and deploy the workforce building America’s infrastructure, manufacturing facilities, power generation, and data centers. The issue is not a lack of workers. It’s a failure by some owners, developers, and national contractor groups to commit to early workforce planning and long-term investment—the same commitment the Building Trades and signatory contractor partners have made for decades. Read more from @NABTU: https://t.co/QheQf9Ijfi

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

If you like working with your hands, solving problems, and building something real, there’s a place for you in the trades.

[CPWR @CPWR]

CPWR is conducting a research study to improve heat illness prevention and better protect construction workers, and we want to hear from you! Participate by taking the survey https://t.co/4m2QfUoCQT or reaching out to Gavin West.

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

The Building Trades don’t just offer jobs.

We build lifelong careers, strong pensions, healthcare, and pathways to the middle class.

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

Mental health matters on every jobsite and beyond. This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, we’re reminding our brothers and sisters in the trades: you don’t have to carry it alone. Strength is speaking up, checking in, and looking out for each other.

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

During #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, NABTU recognizes the life‑changing impact of Registered Apprenticeships and the critical role our members play in building a skilled, safe, and reliable workforce for America’s future.

Read more: https://t.co/tbva0TE2K0

[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

Clarksburg IBEW hold open house to promote apprenticeships

“There are so many jobs in the trades ... one where someone can go out and make money and there’s really good jobs here in West Virginia,”

#NationalApprenticeshipweek

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[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

National Apprenticeship Week highlights the value of hands-on training programs that build a skilled workforce.

In West Virginia, apprenticeships provide a direct pathway to stable, high-demand careers.

#NationalApprenticeshipWeek
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[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

Not every great career starts in a classroom. Through registered apprenticeship programs, you can earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience, classroom training, and a pathway to a lifelong career in the building trades.

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[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

National Apprenticeship Week begins this weekend (April 26–May 2).
Apprentices, mentors, and training programs that are helping build our future. Their work not only supports today’s projects but ensures a strong workforce for generations to come.
More at https://t.co/FOrFLZkELq

[CPWR @CPWR]

It's the #StandDown4StruckBy Week! Use the videos, infographics, and toolbox talks at https://t.co/rOSIQTgTEo to talk about how to plan for safety to prevent injuries in the workzone.

[IUPAT @GoIUPAT]

The union difference is clear. In the same job, union members make almost 13% more than workers who aren’t union members.

Want to live better? Work union.

[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

Our hearts go out to the family of Congressman David McKinley; a great man and advocate for West Virginia construction workers. McKinley co-founded the bipartisan Congressional Building Trades Caucus.
The Congressman’s leadership will be sorely missed, but his legacy will live on

[Ohio Valley Construction Employers Council @ovcec]

OVCEC mourns the loss of David McKinley.

His leadership and dedication made a lasting impact on the Ohio Valley. His influence will be felt for years. We offer our condolences to his family, friends, and everyone at McKinley Architecture & Engineering.

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[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

WV Building and Construction Trades Council hosts conference in Morgantown
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[WV News @WVNews247]

Morgantown’s "Forging a Stronger Future" conference highlighted workforce growth and union labor's economic impact. Leaders discussed apprenticeships and development to boost West Virginia’s pipeline.

#wvnews #Morgantown #Workforce #UnionLabor #WV #Jobs https://t.co/Kx9ari2TC9

[WV Building & Construction Trades @WVSBT]

'Earn while they learn:' West Virginia apprenticeships offer paid training and career pathways https://t.co/1O9EGc1W8v via @wvstatejournal

[The Building Trades @NABTU]

Congrats to the March Tradeswomen Hero Award winners! We couldn't be prouder💪