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Justin Moore and his family

Member Spotlight: Justin Moore Sets a Shining Example of a Superintendent

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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Rigo Davilla Celebrating 25 Years of membership with EST Kavin Griffin and UBC General Secretary-Treasurer Jason Engels

Rigo Davilla Celebrates 25 Years

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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High School Students Visit Carpenter and Millwright Training Center in Texas

High School Students Visit Carpenters Local 551 Training Facility

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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Lola Sanders Announces Retirement

Celebrating Lola Sanders on Her Retirement

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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Tax Fraud Day of Action Rallies

The Southern Regional Council of Carpenters is preparing for a demonstration in Miami, FL and Atlanta, GA for the Tax Fraud Days of Action. We are bringing attention to the growing problem of employer tax fraud in the construction industry, across the United States tax fraud committed by construction contractor’s costs states and federal treasuries …

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Union Carpenters building Scaffold for Artemis II

Historic Artemis Mission To Launch With Help from SRCC Carpenters

The SRCC is proud to represent the union carpenters who played a crucial behind-the-scenes role in NASA’s Artemis II mission. As astronauts reach for the stars, we recognize the foundation that was built by hardworking union members and wish the team a safe and successful mission.

SRCC Scores Major Goal at Golden Clash Match in Arkansas

The Southern Regional Council of Carpenters attended the Golden Clash soccer match, one of the most exciting events in North American sports. More than 15,000 people attended the Golden Clash international soccer match between Club América and Club Tigres at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, AR. SRCC organizer Victor Ballesteros worked with Shante …

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