As one of North America’s most respected building trade unions, SMWIA Local 276 represents professional certified tradespeople dedicated to all aspects of roofing, architectural cladding, custom sheet metal and complete ventilation systems. We partner with our signatory contractors across Vancouver Island supplying generations of members known for their extensive experience, professionalism, and integrity.
As the Union, we help provide a great work environment for our members. There are so many benefits of joining Local 276.
Here are just a few of them:
Good Wages
At Local 276, we ensure that our members are paid well, and that contractors abide by the terms of the collective agreement. Wages follow a schedule that ensures fairness and transparency and are in addition to a wide range of benefits.
Flat Roofers Wage Package
Sheet Metal Wage Package
Healthcare Benefits
We offer our members and their immediate family extensive healthcare benefits so that nearly every aspect of their well-being is taken into consideration. These include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, eyecare, physiotherapy, clinical counselling or psychology, and life insurance.
Healthcare Benefits
Mental Health Support
At Local 276, we are here to help and provide support to our members. Our healthcare plan and union services include various resources to help members and their families who may be facing mental health issues.
Here are just a few of them:
Good Wages
At Local 276, we ensure that our members are paid well, and that contractors abide by the terms of the collective agreement. Wages follow a schedule that ensures fairness and transparency and are in addition to a wide range of benefits.
Flat Roofers Wage Package
Sheet Metal Wage Package
Healthcare Benefits
We offer our members and their immediate family extensive healthcare benefits so that nearly every aspect of their well-being is taken into consideration. These include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, eyecare, physiotherapy, clinical counselling or psychology, and life insurance.
Healthcare Benefits
Mental Health Support
At Local 276, we are here to help and provide support to our members. Our healthcare plan and union services include various resources to help members and their families who may be facing mental health issues.
Pension
Our members can retire comfortably and be assured of a generous pension plan that Local 276 negotiates on their behalf.
Pension Benefits
Stable Employment
The contractors we work with are among the most reputable on the Island, so our members have access to the best job sites, as well as fair and safe working conditions.
Apprenticeship Program
We understand that getting started can be tough. With our apprenticeship program, apprentices will spend time and earn wages on the job while attending school. Local 276 will ensure smooth enrolment, oversee progress, and provide all the necessary support so that apprentices eventually attain Red Seal certification.
Training Courses
Members looking to upgrade their skills and knowledge will benefit from the broad offering of training courses relevant to our industry. Local 276’s Training Coordinator will help identify suitable courses and ways to cover the cost of tuition.
Accessibility for Women and Underrepresented people
Local 276 is committed to advocating for everyone’s success, standing up for diversity among our members and fair treatment in all aspects of their employment.
Quality of Life
We understand that every individual has different needs, which is why we ensure that the most suitable placements are found for our members. We believe in flexibility, and finding a work-life balance that promotes physical and mental health.
Our members can retire comfortably and be assured of a generous pension plan that Local 276 negotiates on their behalf.
Pension Benefits
Stable Employment
The contractors we work with are among the most reputable on the Island, so our members have access to the best job sites, as well as fair and safe working conditions.
Apprenticeship Program
We understand that getting started can be tough. With our apprenticeship program, apprentices will spend time and earn wages on the job while attending school. Local 276 will ensure smooth enrolment, oversee progress, and provide all the necessary support so that apprentices eventually attain Red Seal certification.
Training Courses
Members looking to upgrade their skills and knowledge will benefit from the broad offering of training courses relevant to our industry. Local 276’s Training Coordinator will help identify suitable courses and ways to cover the cost of tuition.
Accessibility for Women and Underrepresented people
Local 276 is committed to advocating for everyone’s success, standing up for diversity among our members and fair treatment in all aspects of their employment.
Quality of Life
We understand that every individual has different needs, which is why we ensure that the most suitable placements are found for our members. We believe in flexibility, and finding a work-life balance that promotes physical and mental health.
