General Info
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Carpenters Health Information
Recently, you may have received a package from Mountain State Blue Cross Blue Shield (MSBCBS). The Trustees of the Health and Welfare Fund have taken action to save the fund AND the members money by utilizing MSBCBS as our PPO (preferred provider organization) network. We're sure that you will all have questions about this change but we would like to let you know a few key facts. Also, below is a link to a letter from District Manager Mark Estlack that will help explain the move. We will provide you with more information as it is gathered. As always, the Trustees are making every effort in providing the members with the best service they can find. Please be patient while this change takes place.
You WILL NOT lose any of your dollar bank.
- There will be little change in benefits (some may be better)
- Any funds directed toward your current deductible will transfer
- The VISION is a discount, not a benefit
- There will be Q&A sessions as we get them scheduled.
Insurance Change Letter from Mark Estlack
JATC Vehicle up for auction to membership
The JATC vehicle (1999 Ford Crown Victoria) will be auctioned to the membership. Bids will be accepted in silent (sealed) format. If you would like to place a bid on the vehicle, please place your name, UBC ID number, and you highest bid on a piece of paper and mail it to:
JATC Auction
110 Boyles Lane
Parkersburg, WV 26104
The vehicle needs work on the front end and some work performed on the engine. The vehicle has 281,251 miles. Pictures may be found below. It is a very comfortable car and averages 20+ MPG. 4.6 - 8 cyl engine. ehicle will be sold as is. The JATC DOES NOT accept responsibility for the condition of the vehicle. Members are welcome to call with questions or call before stopping at the Parkersburg Training facility to look at the vehicle.
OSHA training required
Many job site location are requiring OSHA 10 training before a member is eligible for hire. It is up to you to make sure that you have this training class. These classes are given regularly at your area Labor Education and Development offices (see contacts page). Or contact your Local union to find out when the next scheduled class is to be given.