LABOR RELATIONS
AGC of Washington provides
a wide range of labor services
for both union and open-shop contractors.
AGC can help you to
• cultivate a skilled, competitive, readily available workforce
• promote stable relations between unions and contractors
• promote a level playing field for union and open-shop companies
• combat unfair labor practices and excessive government regulation
• determine reasonable wage rates, benefits and work rules
• save time and money through AGC professional staff expertise
• find new employees on-line quickly and cost-effectively with AGC's JOBsite
AGC provides master labor agreements and negotiated contracts between AGC and the five basic crafts. Current collective-bargaining agreements and wage/fringe summaries:
| UNION | MASTER LABOR AGREEMENT |
WAGE/FRINGE SUMMARY |
| Carpenters* | June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
| Cement Masons | June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
| Laborers | June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
| Operators 302 |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
| Operators 612 |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
| Teamsters | June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2021 (Click here to view) |
* Divers' addendum and Central Washington Appendix III included in Carpenters' Master Agreement.
Note: Previous wage/fringe summaries are available upon request.
Contact Andrew Ledbetter at aledbetter@agcwa.com.
Strike/Dual Gate Resources
Dual-Gate System Packet
This packet defines the procedure under the National Labor Relations Act which isolates a disputing union and employer, thereby allowing other neutral contractors to continue working. AGC of Washington members may purchase printed dual-gate signs, as well as a guide for procedures on establishing a dual-gate system, for $20 plus tax for the pair at the Seattle AGC office -- 1200 Westlake Ave. N., Suite 301. Contact Penny Schmitt at 206.284.0061. Click here to view.
Jobsite Labor-Relations Manual
Contains sections on What to Do Before and During a Strike and How to Set Up a Dual-Gate System.
Click here to view.
Drug-Testing Program
Washington Construction Industry Substance-Abuse Program
Click here to view.
AGC Substance-Abuse Program
Click here to view.
Apprenticeship and Training Programs
There are a variety of apprenticeship jobs available in Washington state.
Click here to view.
CONTACTS
UNION LABOR
Andrew Ledbetter Director, Labor Relations
aledbetter@agcwa.com
Tel. 206.812.4865
Penny Schmitt Labor Relations/safety Assistant
pschmitt@agcwa.com
Tel. 206.812.4864
OPEN SHOP
David Kearby Central Washington District Manager
dkearby@agcwa.com
Tel. 509.454.5064
