The Southwest Pipe Trades Association (SWPTA) is affiliated with United Association (UA) of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry of the United States and Canada. SWPTA was chartered in 1914 to represent the common interests of the union workers and Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) contractors of the southwest plumbing and pipe fitting industry.
We proudly serve the highly trained journeymen and apprentice plumbers, pipefitters, welders, sprinkler fitters, and HVAC-R service technicians of the 13 local unions of Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico.
Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico face unique challenges and thrive thanks to some specific industries and markets.
Crafted in partnership with union marketing agency BMA Media Group, the new website ushers in a modern era of communication, connecting the Local Union with its members and prospective apprentice applicants through news, industry insights and important information. A leap into the digital
Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 529 representing Plumbers, Pipefitters and Service Techs in the Waco area, is delighted to announce the launch of its new website. Developed in collaboration with the union marketing firm, BMA Media Group, the cutting-edge website provides a modern platform
There’s a sense of pride that comes from building and safeguarding your community for over a century. Since 1910, the members of UA Local 412 have gotten up every morning and protected their neighbors. They’ve helped them live comfortably, safely and healthy with
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