Protecting Workers’ Rights

Since 1988

Local Trade Union Serving Southeast Idaho & Wyoming Carpenters & Millwrights

Keep democracy in your workplace with help from Carpenter & Millwright Local Union 808. We have represented craftsmen and women in Southeast Idaho and Wyoming for over 30 years. With support from your Union, your voice will be heard and your rights as a worker will be recognized.

About Our Labor Organization

Our labor organization is affiliated with:

As East Idaho and Wyoming’s local carpenters’ union, our mission is to build a brighter future for every carpenter and millwright in the field. United we stand; divided we beg.

Officers & Trustees 2024-2027

President: Richard A. Lewis

Vice President: Aaron Grant

Recording Secretary: Randy W. Holverson

Financial Secretary: Kimberly Kennah

Treasurer: Alexander Higbee

Conductor: Dennis Howell

Trustee: Nathan D. Perez

Trustee: Jacob Fuerst

Trustee: Justin Lopez

Office Manager: Sara Grover

Announcements:


Mentorship Committee: Comprised of: Ed Williams, Kimberly Kennah, Aaron Grant, Andrew Westmann, Brady Hitesman, Dennis Howell, Fabian Colis, Jesus Valdez, Johnathan Keller, Jacob Fuerst, Marley Garcia and Ricardo Morin. The Mentorship Committee will conduct outreach to local events to spread Union awareness and recruit potential members. 


Bylaws Committee: Comprised of: Robert Watson, Ed Williams The Bylaws committee will review and revise the current bylaws.


Swag Committee: Comprised of: Chris Heier, Ed Williams, Bob Watson, Aaron Grant, and Ricardo Morin. The Swag Committee will design and decide on items to be sold as merchandise to the members.

Who We Represent

The UBC represents many crafts in the trades, including but not limited to:

  • Carpenters & Joiners
  • Millwrights
  • Pile Drivers
  • Bridge, Dock, & Wharf Carpenters
  • Divers
  • Underpinners
  • Timber Workers & Core Drillers
  • Shipwrights
  • Boat Builders
  • Ship Carpenters
  • Joiners & Caulkers
  • Cabinet Makers
  • Bench Hands
  • Healthcare Workers
  • Stair Builders
  • Mill & Factory Workers
  • Scaffold Erectors
  • Renewable Energy Installers
  • Wood & Resilient Floor Layers & Finishers
  • Carpet Layers
  • Concrete Polishers
  • Shinglers
  • Siders
  • Roofers & Insulators
  • Acoustic & Drywall Applicators & Finishers
  • Shorers & House Movers
  • Aerospace & Robotics Workers
  • Loggers
  • Lumber & Sawmill Workers
  • Furniture Workers
  • Reed & Rattan Workers
  • Shingle Weavers
  • Casket & Coffin Makers
  • Box Makers
  • Railroad Carpenters & Car Builders
  • Show Display & Exhibition Workers
  • Lathers
  • Public Sector Workers
  • Tile, Marble, & Terrazzo Industry Workers

How a Union Supports You

Carpenter & Millwright Local Union 808 strongly believes that every worker deserves fair wages, benefits, and safe working conditions. We work under the provisions of the Idaho National Laboratory Site Stabilization & Jurisdictional Agreement, the Southern Idaho Master Contractors’ Group Agreement, and the Wyoming Master Contractors’ Group Agreement to ensure workplaces:

  • Pay Employees Better Wages
  • Offer Health Care for All Members & Families
  • Offer Pensions for Retirement with Dignity
  • Offer Education & Training Opportunities
  • Maintain OSHA Safety Guidelines

Call our office (208) 524-2409 to learn more about becoming a member of the Carpenter & Millwright Union




Being a Union Member

Local Unions host monthly meetings for membership. All UBC members are invited to voice their opinions on workplace issues, vote in new leadership, be present during contract negotiations, and conduct the regular business of the Local. 


Call the Carpenter Hall (208) 524-2409 to learn more about upcoming meetings. 

A Western States Carpenters Institute Training Center

Affiliated with the Western States Carpenters Union

30+ Years of Workplace Advocacy

A Local Union of The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America

Leaders in Training, Education, & Representation

A Western States Carpenters Institute Training Center

Affiliated with the Western States Carpenters Union

30+ Years of Workplace Advocacy

A Local Union of The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America

Leaders in Training, Education, & Representation

Is Your Workplace Supported by a Union?

We strive to support all carpenters and millwrights in the area.

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Join The Union Today

Protect your future by joining Carpenter & Millwright Local Union 808. Call our office today to hear more about our membership requirements.

(208) 524-2409