Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Union Construction Trade Organization Since 1926
Painters District Council No. 30 has been a cornerstone of the construction trade industry since 1926, representing painters, drywall finishers, and glaziers across North-Central Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Our organization collaborates with nine Local Unions and the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) to amplify members' voices in wage negotiations, benefits, and working conditions. We prioritize state-of-the-art safety and skills training, ensuring our members access competitive wages and exceptional health insurance and retirement benefits.Our commitment to excellence extends to contractors, providing reliable manpower solutions for commercial, industrial, residential, and public sector projects. Through initiatives like the STARs safety training program and annual 5K fundraiser, we foster professional growth and community impact. Our political action efforts and benefits protection claims process demonstrate our dedication to member advocacy. With over 95 years of experience, we combine tradition with innovation to meet evolving industry demands while maintaining rigorous compliance with labor standards.
Services
Union Membership
Contractor Manpower
Safety Training
Benefits Administration
Political Advocacy
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We offer 95+ years of experience representing construction trade professionals
- Our network spans 29 Illinois counties and 3 Wisconsin counties
- We provide state-of-the-art safety and skills training programs
- We administer comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits
- Our political action initiatives protect member interests in legislative matters
Services
Union Membership
We provide comprehensive union membership for painters, drywall finishers, and glaziers. Our members gain access to competitive wages, health insurance, retirement benefits, and ongoing professional development. Through collective bargaining, we ensure fair working conditions and industry-standard compensation across commercial, industrial, and residential construction sectors.
Contractor Manpower
We connect contractors with skilled trade professionals for diverse construction projects. Our workforce solutions cover commercial, industrial, residential, and public sector work while ensuring compliance with safety standards and labor regulations. Contractors benefit from reliable manpower with verified training credentials and industry experience.
Safety Training
Our STARs safety training program offers continuing education in health and safety protocols. Participants earn course credits through specialized classes covering respiratory protection, fall prevention, hazardous materials handling, and equipment operation. The program rewards members with recognition and prize incentives for completing training milestones.
Benefits Administration
We manage comprehensive benefits packages including health insurance, pension plans, and welfare programs. Our administration ensures timely contributions, accurate record-keeping, and member support for accessing benefits. The program includes wellness initiatives and financial planning resources for long-term security.
Political Advocacy
Our political action initiatives advocate for labor-friendly policies and candidates. We organize voter registration drives, election campaigns, and legislative outreach to protect workers' rights. The program includes volunteer opportunities and community engagement activities to strengthen labor representation in local and state governance.
People
Lionel Espinoza
District Council Office
Serves as primary contact for union-related inquiries including membership payments, work hours tracking, and local union meetings. Provides direct support to members across Illinois and Wisconsin jurisdictions.
Marvella Franco
Benefits Office
Manages health insurance benefits, medical billing, pension estimates, and coverage eligibility. Offers personalized assistance with plan details and documentation requirements for members seeking benefits information.
Veronica Perez
Apprenticeship Program
Coordinates the apprentice training program including STARs safety courses, painting technique workshops, and certification processes. Handles application procedures and training schedule coordination for new and continuing members.
Mark Guethle
Political Action Volunteer
Organizes labor walks, phone banking campaigns, and election activities. Manages volunteer registration and coordinates political action events across multiple Illinois cities during election cycles.
Questions
How do I join Painters District Council No. 30 as a member?
Contact our Aurora office to discuss membership requirements and application processes for painters, drywall finishers, or glaziers seeking union representation.
What benefits do members receive?
Members access competitive wages, health insurance, retirement plans, safety training programs, and industry advocacy services through collective bargaining agreements.
How can contractors access union workers?
Contractors can partner with us for skilled manpower solutions across commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects in our service areas.
What is the STARs training program?
Our STARs program offers safety and skills training with credit-based rewards, including annual prize packages and professional development opportunities.
How does the political action program work?
We organize voter registration drives, election campaigns, and legislative advocacy to support labor-friendly policies and candidates during election cycles.
What happens if employers don't pay benefits?
We process benefits protection claims to address unpaid wages or unmet employer contribution requirements for health and pension funds.
