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Superintendent Justin Moore from Local 1905 in Orlando, FL, found his community and career with the Southern Regional Council of Carpenters.  Moore has been with the SRCC for over 20 years, ever since he graduated from its apprenticeship program. He currently works as superintendent for Buena Vista Construction Company, a contractor he’s been with since he reached journey-level. BVCC works on the property for Walt Disney …

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The Southern Regional Council of Carpenters celebrated member Rigo Davila’s 25th anniversary at its recent staff and delegate meeting. Davila’s story is certainly one of celebration and one of overcoming hardship. Starting as an apprentice, he said he had to be bold while also responsible.  “Not easy for sure. It’s been hard,” he started. “(You) always have (to have) your feet on the ground.”  Davila credits the union and the mentors he started …

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Southern Regional Council of Carpenters staff participated in high school tours of the Local 551 Pasadena (Houston) Carpenters’ training facility.   La Porte ISD and Santa Fe ISD students had the opportunity to talk to seasoned veterans of the trade and learn more about the benefits of Carpenter and Millwright apprenticeship training programs.  The local facility has not hosted a high …

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As part of the nationwide UBC campaign to protest against tax fraud in the construction industry, the Southern Regional Council of Carpenters held demonstrations in Atlanta and Miami. On Wednesday, April 15, members and staff of the Southern Regional Council of Carpenters rallied in Miami to stand up against tax fraud in the construction industry. …

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The Southern Regional Council of Carpenters bids farewell to long-standing District Office Manager Lola Sanders as she enters retirement.   Since her first working day in January 2008, Sanders has been committed to the SRCC’s mission. Lola started out as a customer service representative at Local 1836 and is now a District Office Manager.  “I’m a people person! If somebody needed help, …

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