1903
LiUNA Founded
15,000+
Members Across Pennsylvania
15
Local Unions
62
Counties Serviced
About the Council
The Pennsylvania Laborers’ District Council coordinates representation for affiliated Local Unions in 62 counties statewide. The Council supports bargaining and contract enforcement, organizing, training access, benefits navigation, safety resources, and public policy advocacy that strengthens standards for Laborers and signatory contractors.
Training access, contract enforcement, and real advocacy, delivered by the Pennsylvania Laborers’ District Council and its affiliated Locals, so members build safe, well-paid careers and stronger lives at home.
Jurisdiction & Affiliated Locals
The Pennsylvania Laborers’ District Council coordinates representation for LiUNA Local Unions across the Commonwealth outside the Philadelphia & Vicinity jurisdiction. Members can use the directory to find their Local by ZIP, view office hours and meeting schedules, and connect with officers and representatives for dispatch, dues, and on-the-job support.
Field Representation & Contract Enforcement
The Council backs members in the field every day. Ensuring proper classification, wage and fringe payment, and safe working conditions. When issues arise, Council and Local representatives respond on site, work with stewards, file grievances when needed, and pursue remedies so the contract is followed on every job.
Training, Benefits & Safety in Pennsylvania
The Council connects members to LiUNA’s state-of-the-art, hands-on training centers in Pennsylvania (call centers for class dates and prerequisites) and to the appropriate Health & Welfare and Pension/Annuity fund offices for eligibility and claims help. For safety and wellness, members are directed to LHSFNA guidance and supported in enforcing safe job sites, especially on public work where prevailing wage and posted classifications must be honored.
Joe Laquatra
President & Business Manager of Pennsylvania Laborers’ District Council
Joe Laquatra leads the Pennsylvania Laborers’ District Council, coordinating bargaining and day-to-day contract enforcement for affiliated Local Unions across the Commonwealth (outside the Philadelphia & Vicinity jurisdiction). His focus is straightforward: raise wages, protect benefits, keep jobs safe, and expand access to LIUNA’s state-of-the-art, hands-on training so members advance. He works with Locals, stewards, and signatory contractors to resolve jobsite issues fast, supports PLAs and LECET partnerships that deliver projects on time, and advocates in Harrisburg for prevailing wage, apprenticeship protections, and infrastructure investment that create union work.
Council Contact:
Location: 12th Eighth StreetPittsburgh, PA 15222
Office - 412-391-1712
Fax - 412-391-1760
Your District Council Business Manager
The Pennsylvania Council’s lead advocate for Laborers. The person you call when something isn’t right. They walk the job, enforce the contract, and make sure your wages, benefits, and safety are respected. Meet your Business Manager below.
FIND YOUR LOCAL
Pennsylvania LiUNA Locals — Map & Directory
Find the LiUNA Local Union that serves your area. Use the map to locate a hall, then click a pin for the address, phone, office hours, representatives, meeting schedule, and driving directions.
What your Local can help with: dues & membership status, dispatch/out-of-work list, contract and safety issues, benefits fund contacts, and training-center referrals.
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Have a question about membership, training, safety, or staffing? Fill out the form below, and a Mid-Atlantic team member will be in touch, usually within one business day.