Labor Relations
AGC of Washington provides a wide range of labor services for both union and open-shop contractors.
AGC's Labor Relations Department can help you to
- cultivate a skilled, competitive, readily available workforce
- promote stable relations between unions and contractors
- promote a level playing field for both 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's staff expertise
- find new employees on-line quickly and cost-effectively with AGC's link to the BuildWashington.com website.
AGC Master Labor Agreements and Wage Summaries
AGC provides master labor agreements and negotiated contracts between AGC and the five basic crafts.
Current collective-bargaining agreements and wage/fringe summaries are provided here.
UNION | MASTER LABOR AGREEMENT | WAGE/FRINGE SUMMARY |
| Carpenters* | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 |
| Cement Masons | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) |
| Laborers | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) |
| Operators 302 | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) |
| Operators 612 | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) |
| Teamsters | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (Click here to view) | June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024 (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. Please contact Andrew Ledbetter.
AGC Labor-Relations 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 Avenue 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.
Click here to view the Washington Construction Industry Substance-Abuse program
Click here to view.
There is a wide variety of apprenticeship opportunities available in Washington state. Click here to view.
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
Our new Open-Shop contact will be named soon.
In the mean time, if we can be of assistance, please call our main office at 206.284.0061.