“When someone asks me why I became a bricklayer, it’s because I had 3 children getting close to college age and needed more money. After 25 years in this trade I still love it. Heck where else can you get paid to work out and get tan.”
— Lynne Yanarella
“The union has affected my ability to provide for my family by higher wages and better benefits and most importantly, job security. If someone is considering joining a union but is hesitant, I can reassure them that the Union can negotiate with employers on behalf of their members to secure better pay, benefits, and working conditions.”
— Orlen Escobar
“I joined the bricklayers because I was interested in learning the world’s oldest trade. If you’re willing to learn & work hard you can make great money, with great benefits, build stuff you can be proud to tell your children someday.”
— Jeff Voacolo
