Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Excellence in Phoenix, AZ
The Arizona Building & Construction Trades Council has served Arizona's construction labor unions for over five decades, representing 15 affiliates with 20,000 members. We collaborate with labor partners and contractors to deliver a highly skilled, safety-focused workforce committed to excellence through our Code of Excellence, which mandates punctuality, productivity, and ethical standards. Our apprenticeship programs ensure the next generation of craftspeople receives cutting-edge training while prioritizing safety, preparing them for successful careers in construction.With a legacy of fostering partnerships between government, industry, and labor, we guarantee on-time, budget-conscious project completion with unmatched craftsmanship. Our leadership in workforce development and advocacy for quality labor standards solidifies our role as Arizona's premier source for construction expertise.
Services
Apprenticeship Programs
Construction Labor Force
Trade Training
Project Management
Workforce Development
Highlights and features
- We represent 20,000 highly trained construction professionals across Arizona
- Our apprenticeship programs combine cutting-edge techniques with rigorous safety training
- We guarantee on-time, within-budget project completion for all construction scales
- Our Code of Excellence ensures ethical standards and productivity from every worker
- We partner with government and industry to create sustainable job opportunities
Services
Apprenticeship Programs
Our apprenticeship programs prepare future construction professionals through structured on-the-job training and classroom instruction. Apprentices learn modern techniques while prioritizing safety protocols under experienced journeymen. Programs include Multi-Craft Core Curriculum, OSHA 10 certification, and Red Cross CPR training, ensuring graduates meet industry standards for quality workmanship and safety compliance.
Construction Labor Force
We supply qualified union labor for projects of all sizes, from small renovations to large-scale industrial developments. Our workforce includes journeymen and apprentices trained in 20+ construction trades, ensuring reliable manpower with expertise in electrical work, plumbing, ironworking, and specialized construction fields.
Project Management
Our council facilitates project success through Model Construction Labor Agreements that ensure trained labor deployment and quality control. We coordinate between contractors, unions, and government entities to maintain safety standards, meet deadlines, and deliver cost-effective solutions for commercial, industrial, and public infrastructure projects.
Safety Training
Safety remains our top priority through mandatory training programs covering OSHA standards, equipment handling, and emergency protocols. Our initiatives reduce workplace accidents by emphasizing proper procedures, personal protective equipment use, and hazard identification across all construction sites employing our members.
Workforce Development
We create sustainable career pathways through partnerships with educational institutions, government agencies, and industry groups. Our initiatives include veterans' transition programs, youth apprenticeships, and continuing education for journeymen to maintain Arizona's competitive construction workforce.
People
Jeff Holly
President
President of Arizona Building & Construction Trades Council with 23 years in SMART Local 359. Committed to advancing building trades relevance through leadership roles in union management and apprenticeship committees.
Jason Sangster
Vice President
Vice President and Ironworkers Local 75 Business Manager with 18 years of union leadership. Advocates for ironworkers' interests while serving on multiple labor federation delegations across western states.
Jacob Evenson
Secretary-Treasurer
Boilermakers Local 627 Business Manager with 15 years of union experience. Serves on western states apprenticeship committees to maintain high training standards for construction workers across multiple trades.
Domenic Marcanti
Sergeant at Arms
IBEW Local 518 Business Manager with decade-long journeyman experience. Holds leadership roles in electrical training committees and Arizona State Association of Electrical Workers while managing union operations.
Matt Johnson
Trustee
Elevator Constructors Local 140 Business Manager and National Elevator Industry master instructor. Oversees apprenticeship training programs while serving on safety committees to maintain industry-leading standards.
Questions
How do I join a construction union in Arizona?
Contact one of our 15 affiliated local unions directly. Each trade organization handles membership applications and provides specific requirements for apprenticeship or journeyman status.
What apprenticeship programs are available?
We offer apprenticeships in 20+ construction trades including electrical work, ironworking, plumbing, and elevator construction through local union training centers across Arizona.
Do you provide labor for commercial projects?
Yes, we supply qualified union labor for commercial, industrial, and public works projects of all sizes through Model Construction Labor Agreements ensuring quality workforce deployment.
What areas do you serve?
Our services cover all Arizona counties with trained professionals available for projects in Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, Flagstaff, and surrounding regions.
How does your safety training work?
Safety training includes OSHA certification, equipment handling protocols, and on-site hazard prevention education integrated into all apprenticeship programs and continuing education for journeymen.
What is a Model Construction Labor Agreement?
MCLAs are voluntary partnerships ensuring trained labor availability for public and private projects while maintaining quality standards through both union and non-union workforce participation.
