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Representing 390,000 Union Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and Service Technicians. Tweets from GP McManus signed -MM
Annapolis, MD
Joined May 2009
California teens are choosing the trades—and thriving. Read how UA Local 342 is training the next generation of apprentices for debt-free, quality union careers with wages and benefits that can’t be matched.
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"It's kind of a strange place to be."
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Meet William “Billy” Northrop, a proud graduate of Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 1 and now a journeyman with UA Local 537. Billy credits the UA VIP program for giving him the skills and support to begin his rewarding civilian career.
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William “Billy” Northrop credits the UA VIP program for setting him up for success in the pipe trades after he transitioned out of the military.
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We're proud to endorse @SherrodBrown — a proven champion for union jobs, Davis-Bacon, PLAs, and registered apprenticeships. We know where he stands—and who he stands with: the UA's skilled members in Ohio.
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Happy #WomensEqualityDay! Today we celebrate our UA Sisters and the women who lead in the fight for equality.
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New Episode of Pipe Up! Live from ITP: GP McManus hosts UA Director of Education and Training Ray Boyd, Mike Murphy (UA Local 333) & Tiffany Hodge (UA Local 602) on how instructor training strengthens locals and creates more hours for members. Listen wherever you get podcasts!
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Behind every change in behavior, there could be a story we can’t see. Substance use challenges are treatable, and no one should face them alone.
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Proud to serve those who served. At #ITP2025, the UA Cornhole Tournament raised over $100,000. The UA matched every dollar—$217,916 to support @SemperFiFund.
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RT @Local525: #Congratulations to our @UApipetrades InstructorTrainingProgram 2025 #Graduates! We honor their #dedication and #leadership.….
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Safety isn’t just physical—it’s mental. Checking in, listening, and breaking stigma can make all the difference. Watch this story on mental health at work:
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Shoutout to everyone who attended this week’s Instructor Training Program! From first-time attendees to graduates, you’re building skills, sharing knowledge, and shaping the future of the UA. #ITP2025
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It's graduation day for the 71st Instructor Training Program! . Watch the ceremony and announcement of this year's apprentice contest winners at:
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Come check out the new & improved UA merch store at #ITP2025. Show off your UA pride with union-made gear built for the best in the trades. Stop by this week at ML-160!
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The UA Pipe Pals Respite Room is here at ITP when you need a break—offering calm, connection, and support at UA events. Mental health matters, and so do you. #MentalHealthMonday
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Kicking off the 71st Instructor Training Program at @washtenawcc!.If you’re in Ann Arbor, tag us in your photos. 📸 #ITP2025
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RT @Steamfitters449: Every year, millions of workers throughout the country march in Labor Day parades throughout the country. But how and….
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At just 18, Carmelo graduated from high school, passed the Texas plumbing exam, and joined UA Local 68. This is the kind of opportunity we create when schools and unions work together.
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Honoring our brave service members on this #PurpleHeartDay. From the UA General Officers, thank you for your extraordinary service.
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Our industry is full of untold stories. Struggles, recovery, survival. Talking about it can change everything. You matter.
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