Not a Member?
The following information is specific for members of UA Local 118. If you’re a professional Plumber, Steamfitter, Pipefitter or HVAC/R Service Technician and are not a member, please visit our Join UA Local 118 page.
Bylaws & Working Rules
These Rules and Bylaws govern the conduct of Local 118 officers and members and supplement the rules, regulations, and guidance for Local Unions, their officers, and their members set forth in the United Association (UA) Constitution.
Member Wage Rates & Dues
If you are unfamiliar with the pay scale and wages for a professional plumber, steamfitter, or HVAC/R service technician in Walworth, Kenosha, and Racine counties as a United Association member, review UA Local 118 hourly pay rates here.
Collective Bargaining Agreement
It is understood that the public can best be served plus progress maintained and furthered in the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry only if there is a sound, reasonable and harmonious working arrangement between the employer and employee.
Know your rights and responsibilities as a UA Local 118 member by reviewing the 2023-2025 Labor Agreement.
Dues Relief / Loss of Time
Dues relief is available to members in good standing who wish to have their dues requirements put on hold through a medical recovery or hardship. A loss of time form must be submitted to the office and approved by the Executive Board. For a planned event, a request should be made in advance of the loss of time. In an emergency, the request should be made as soon as possible. You can obtain a loss of time form, by coming into the office, or requesting one via email.
Union College Benefit
Where Education Meets Affordability!
Through our partnership with Employee Benefit Systems (EBS), all UA Local 118 members now have access to significantly discounted tuition on degree and certificate programs with a network of colleges and universities.
Whether you want to pursue a part-time degree or certificate program, your child wants to earn a full-time bachelor’s degree, or a family member is interested in a master’s degree, this new benefit means tuition for all these programs is discounted up to 50%. As the cost of education continues to balloon, the UA is proud to offer these incredible savings to all our members and
their families, for all degrees available through this benefit.