June 18, 2021

OPCMIA Congratulates President Biden & Congress For Making Juneteenth a Federal Holiday

Juneteenth is day of liberation, freedom and empowerment. A commemoration of the emancipation of the last Black slaves in the United States and the ultimate triumph of morality and human dignity after a shameful period in our nation’s history.
June 10, 2021

Not Your Average Career

Joining the OPCMIA opens doors to a fulfilling trade, a rewarding career and a better life. And the OPCMIA’s Steel Edge Women are here to support you every step of the way, whether you’re in the Job Corps, one of our world-class apprenticeship programs, or working as a journeyperson.
January 25, 2021

Steel Edge Woman Stars on “Tough As Nails”

Liz Nichols, a proud member of OPCMIA Local 555 in Portland, Oregon, stars in the CBS reality series “Tough As Nails,” premiering on February 10th. A native of Waltham, Massachusetts with seven years of experience as an OPCMIA cement mason, Liz is a union activist and serves on Local 555’s Executive Board.