News & Events

August 16, 2023

A Union Committed To Safety

Safety stands at the core of everything Local 449 does. From apprenticeship training to daily work on job sites, our

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August 11, 2023

Where Can You See A Steamfitter’s Work?

The tubing, tanks, pipes, and pumps that power our processing industries are all built by the skilled hands of a

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August 2, 2023

Happy National CAD Day, 449!

At Local 449, apprentices learn how to design with CAD on industry-defining programs like Revit, AutoDesk, and AutoCAD.

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July 18, 2023

Have You Spotted A Steamfitter Lately?

Over the years, we've received tons of photos from around western PA, but also Boston, Minnesota, Utah, California, and even

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June 15, 2023

Local 449 Hosts District 2 Apprenticeship Contest and Takes Home 1st in HVACR

The connections and knowledge gathered from our region's best tradesmen over the competition will be invaluable to our apprentices as

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June 2, 2023

Steamfitters Apprenticeship Enrollment Pittsburgh Begins June 5

Qualifying for the apprenticeship program does not depend on previous skills or work experience, but rather on an applicant's readiness

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