Local 549 Welcomes Two New Members

Congrats to Local 549’s two newest members: apprentice J.P. Cash and journeyman David Ruffley! Both are working for CW Beal in Erie and are excited for the secure future that comes with DC 57’s wages and benefits. J.P. joined the union to start a career in the trades, and David comes to us from the non-union sector and has over 20 years of experience in the drywall finishing and painting industries. David also came into the union to better himself and prepare for the future with a retirement plan. David said he wishes he did this 20 years ago. If you see them on the jobsites make sure to welcome them to our union!

LU 549 President Jim Randolph swears in J.P. Cash
LU 549 President Jim Randolph swears in David Ruffley

IUPAT of Western PA Combined Funds Begins June 1st

We are extremely excited to announce that our new third party benefits administrator, the IUPAT of Western Pennsylvania Combined Funds, begins handling our healthcare and benefits funds on Monday, June 1st. 

This switch promises easier access to your healthcare, WRA, and annuity funds. The Combined Funds’ experienced staff will handle all of your benefits matters starting 6/1/2026. You may reach them at (412) 276-6740, by email at Benefits@iupatdc57fund.org, or by mail at: 

IUPAT of Western Pennsylvania Combined Funds

101 Ewing Rd

Carnegie, PA 15106

Please reach out to your service representative with any issues, and welcome to a new era of benefits administration!