9-11 Dedication & Memorial Services in Rockford. Iron was set at the Memorial this morning by Division 5 Metals, Tim Gulotta, Jeff Hobbs, Business Manager Dave Whitmore, and Apprentice and Marine Vet Matt Hippman. Great job!!It was quite a turnout
September is approaching are you ready to take the challenge of becoming an Iron Worker? Applications will be accepted starting September 14th 8 -1pm.See below for information on how to BUILD YOUR FUTURE!
June 2015
From the Business Manager:Dear Members, As you know, things are still slow here in Rockford. Believe me I’m as frustrated as many of you are. When things do start to go we’ll probably be short on help. I have many
Our new website is up and running hope you all like the change. Little more modern. Hopefully we will be adding more pictures and content as work picks up. Thank you to Michael Laskonis and Sketch for the great job
These are photos of our members on various jobs currently being completed in our area. The sky is the limit!
Our members hard at work Transforming Rockford into a hub for aeronautical engineering! It is 498’s dedication to quality work that will be the backbone for our region’s economic recovery.
Here is an epic shot from the crane during the new Morgan Street Bridge build. This shot was taken by an Ironworker safety inspector.
Our New Logo! It is time to move forward. We are in the process of updating our web site making it more modern and user friendly with more information for the membership and contractors. Coming Soon!We have also updated our
January 2015
As 2015 begins, I would like to thank our brother and sister ironworkers, local union leaders, contractors, International officers and staff for a very rewarding year. Our commitment to excellence across the U.S. and Canada reflects on our resilient work
