Get to Know New York’s Union Carpenters and Contractors

Over 21,000 strong, New York’s union carpenters and contractors are building the future of New York. With skilled carpenters, millwrights, dockbuilders, timbermen, cabinetmakers and floor coverers, our craftsmen and women represent the best New York has to offer—and reflect the diversity of our great city. Quality, Safety, Opportunity—that is our commitment to New York City and to our workforce.

Hometown Pride

Union carpenters and contractors represent New York’s melting pot of races, ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. Our tradesmen and women come from all five boroughs and give back to New York every day, not only by creating its landmarks, but by being part of our communities through involvement in civic and charitable organizations and by contributing to New York’s tax base.

Fair Wages and Long-Term Careers

In a competitive city like ours, every individual needs financial security. New York’s union carpenters and contractors earn a sense of pride in Building New York—and also earn fair wages and benefits. Union contractors who employ New York’s union carpenters boost our city by providing real jobs, empowering individuals and strengthening communities with a living wage.

Safety Matters

Building New York is a challenge, and we’re up to the task. Union carpenters and contractors apply quality construction practices, as well as jobsite safety standards that safeguard the members of our communities and workers alike. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) reported that 86% of all fatalities last year occurred on non-union jobsites and WNBC News reported that union projects in New York City are six times safer than non-union projects.

Make a Statement

New Yorkers are among the highest taxpayers in the nation, and you should demand safe, quality construction for your tax dollars. Let your community board and local, city and state public officials know that you want union carpenters and contractors who live and work in your community to build New York’s future. Here’s how.