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		PA Apprenticeship Contest NEW [5/5/2008] - In April we had 2 apprentices represent Local Union 47 at the PA State Apprenticeship Contest.  They were Jeff Shorts and Brock Webster.  Even though they were the only 3rd year apprentices competing against 5th year apprentices they did very well and left a great impression.  Check out the "Photo Gallery" to see pictures from the contest. more
		Special Meeting Notice NEW [4/30/2008] - There will be a special meeting on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel, Route 18 in West Middlesex.  Special order of business will be discussion and vote to accept or reject the M.C.A. latest and/or final contract proposal for a new agreement.  All members should attend this very important meeting. more
		MAY 1, 2008 WORKING DUES DECREASE [4/9/2008] - On May 1, 2008 the working dues will decrease to 3% of your gross pay for all wage classifications for members of Local Union #47. more
		Current jobs available will be posted to the website daily. [8/31/2007] - Jobs available will be on the Membership News page.  NOTE:  THE LINK IS AT THE TOP OF THE MEMBERSHIP NEWS PAGE. more

Welcome to UA Local 47

The Leadership and Members of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 47 would like to welcome you to our website where you can find a great deal of information about us. 

The Plumbers and Steamfitters of Local 47 work on projects of all shapes and sizes.  We actively work at the Beaver Valley Power Station - Nuclear Facility and the Bruce Mansfield Power Plant, both located in Shippingport.  We work at the BASF and NOVA Chemical in Potter Township as well as at A.K. Steel in Butler, PA.  We're working on a new Bio Diesel Plant in Erie, and we do the work for the United Refinery in Warren, PA.  One of our primary specializations lies in the medical gas installation field and we do work for many hospitals and medical facilities in our region.

In addition to the large industrial plants, we also do a lot of work for the education institutions in our area.  To name just a few, we do the work for Slippery Rock, Clarion, Edinboro, Grove City, and Gannon  We can also be found working on homes and small businesses.

The Plumbers and Steamfitters of Local 47 are vital to many industries throughout Northwestern Pennsylvania and it's because of our highly skilled workforce.  We are over 1,200 members strong and growing.  We are always looking for the best and brightest that our area has to offer.  If you're an experienced journeymen, visit the Training page to learn more about us and How to Join!  If you're interested in our Apprenticeship Program you can learn more about it through our website or maybe you require our Services.

We encourage you learn more about us, we hope that you enjoy your time on our site, and finally, we welcome all Feedback.

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