WV Building & Construction Trades

06/12/2026

Safety isn’t just physical.

Mental health challenges can impact anyone, including the hardworking men and women of the construction industry.

Checking in on coworkers, creating supportive workplaces, and speaking openly about mental health can save lives.

Real strength means asking for help when you need it.

Call or text 988 anytime for support.

06/10/2026

Did you know many union apprentices begin earning competitive wages and benefits from day one?

Apprenticeships combine:
• Hands-on experience
• Classroom education
• Earned wages
• Benefits and retirement opportunities

Instead of paying for training, you get paid to build your future.

The skilled trades continue to offer some of the strongest pathways to the middle class in America. Learn more at wvtrades.org

06/09/2026

Got the Spark?

🔥 Do you have what it takes to be an ironworker? From solar farms and shopping centers to bridges and railings, our work powers entire communities.

If you’re 18+ and ready to work hard, we’ll teach you the skills to build big.�👷‍♂️ Start your apprenticeship today: https://form.jotform.com/213007685756057

06/09/2026

Operating Engineers run the heavy equipment that helps build roads, pipelines, industrial sites, and major construction projects across West Virginia.

From cranes and excavators to dozers and loaders, this is hands-on work that takes skill, focus, and training.

In this video, you’ll hear directly from IUOE Local 132 apprentices, instructors, and apprenticeship coordinators about:
• How they got started
• What apprenticeship training looks like
• The equipment they operate every day
• And how they’re building a career while earning a paycheck

No college debt. Real skills. A career you can build on.

🎥 Watch the video and learn more about the Operating Engineers apprenticeship.

👉 Interested in a career in the trades? Learn more at WVTrades.org

06/08/2026

Strong unions are built on opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

The building trades are powered by hardworking men and women from every background, community, and experience. Diversity strengthens our workforce, improves innovation, and helps us better serve the communities we build.

As we celebrate Juneteenth this month, we recognize the importance of expanding opportunity and continuing to open doors to careers in the skilled trades for all West Virginians.

The future of construction should reflect the communities we serve.

06/05/2026

Construction workers face one of the highest su***de rates of any industry in America.

Nearly 1 in 5 workplace su***des occur in construction, even though construction makes up less than 8% of the workforce.

That’s why we’re committed to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health in our industry.

Help is available.
Call or text 988
AFSP WV Construction: https://supporting.afsp.org/wvconstruction
Hard Hat Courage: https://hardhatcourage.com/resources
First Choice Services: https://www.firstchoiceservices.org/

06/04/2026

No college debt. Real skills. A career you can build on. Sheet Metal Workers help build the systems people rely on every day—even if most folks never see the work behind the walls.

From HVAC systems and ductwork to fabrication and industrial projects, this trade combines hands-on skill with precision work.

In this video, you’ll hear directly from apprentices about:
• How they got started
• What apprenticeship training looks like
• The kind of work they do every day
• And how they’re building a career while earning a paycheck

No college debt. Real skills. A career you can build on.

🎥 Watch the video and learn more about the Sheet Metal Workers apprenticeship.

👉 Interested in a career in the trades? Learn more at WVTrades.org

06/03/2026

Looking for a career that pays you to learn?

Apprenticeship programs through the West Virginia Building Trades offer:
• Earn while you learn
• Competitive wages
• Excellent benefits
• Hands-on training
• A pathway to lifelong careers without massive student debt

Whether you’re graduating high school, changing careers, or looking for a fresh start, the skilled trades offer opportunity, purpose, and stability.

The future is being built right here in West Virginia, and we need the next generation of skilled workers to help build it.

Learn more about apprenticeship opportunities through your local union trades program.

The building trades are a real pathway to a strong career in West V...

06/01/2026

U.A. Local 152 Plumbers and Pipefitters & the Local 152 Training Center are excited to announce the details for the 2026 Apprenticeship Application period.

Please share and tag friends/family who may be interested in this opportunity.

06/01/2026

June is National Safety Month, and in the building trades, safety is more than a priority. It’s a responsibility we carry every single day.

From jobsite training and OSHA compliance to mentorship and apprenticeship education, union construction workers are committed to making sure every worker goes home safely at the end of the shift.

Safety isn’t just about hard hats and harnesses. It’s also about mental health, communication, and looking out for one another.

Throughout June, we’ll be sharing resources, stories, and information focused on building a stronger, safer construction industry for everyone.