IUOE Local 181 Apprenticeship Application

Please follow the link below to fill out and submit the Affirmative Action Program Self Identification Form. Once you have submitted the form, a confirmation message with a link to the print-out apprenticeship application will be provided on the same screen.
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IUOE Local 181 Apprenticeship Program: Build Your Future in the Skilled Trades

The IUOE Local 181 Apprenticeship Program offers hands-on training and classroom instruction to prepare the next generation of highly skilled Operating Engineers. Earn while you learn with industry-leading education, competitive wages, and union benefits. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a new opportunity, our program provides the skills, certifications, and job security needed to succeed. Take the first step toward a rewarding future in the trades today.
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IUOE Local 181 Training Sites

Joint Apprenticeship Training Program (JATP) Administrator: Mike Embry

Training: Building Skilled, Certified Professionals

The Operating Engineers Local 181 Apprenticeship and Training Program is a central component in assuring that Local 181 members are highly skilled and motivated. The program is jointly administered by Local 181, Building Association, and the Highway Association. Both training centers offer year-round training for Local 181 members to brush up on skills, become certified in a sought after skill, or learn new ones. Local 181 members can use the training sites to become certified in equipment that many companies require operating engineers to obtain before they can work at their facility. Indoor training facilities have recently been added to both training sites, so regardless of whether members may train and upgrade their skills year round.
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Apprenticeship: Hands-On Training for Operating Engineers

Local 181 maintains an Apprenticeship program geared to provide a novice Operator the necessary instruction to become a skilled Operating Engineer. Local 181's approach of combining classroom and hands-on professional instruction as well as on-the-job training turns out journeyperson Operating Engineers with the ability to be a valuable component of Local 181's organization and the contractors he/she will work for. This comprehensive training ensures that graduates are well-prepared to operate advanced equipment, adapt to evolving industry standards, and contribute to major infrastructure projects. For more information about applying for the apprenticeship program, contact the training facility nearest you.
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Organizing with IUOE Local 181: Strength Through Unity

IUOE Local 181 is dedicated to helping workers gain better wages, benefits, and job security through union representation. Organizing ensures fair treatment, safer working conditions, and a stronger voice in the workplace. Whether you're an individual looking for support or an employer seeking a skilled workforce, we’re here to help. Learn how joining Local 181 can improve your career and protect your rights.

IUOE 181 Organizers

Kiefer Stiffler

(812) 940-8226

Justin Miller

(270) 577-2221
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Every Worker's Rights, Whether You Are A Union Member or Not.

You have the right to:

  • Form or assist others in forming a union.
  • Attend a union meeting on your own time.
  • Talk to a union organizer.
  • Declare yourself a union supporter.
  • Join a union of your choosing.

An employer may not legally:

  • Fire or discipline an employee/employees for engaging in union activity.
  • Threaten to fire or discipline an employee/employees for engaging in union activity.
  • Threaten to shut down their business if workers form a union.
  • Interfere with or prevent you from soliciting support/members during non-working hours.
  • Question you about union matters, union meetings, or union supporters.
  • Ask how you or your co-workers intend to vote in an election.
  • Ask you whether you belong to a union or have signed up to join a union.
  • Transfer or assign you to less desirable work because of your union activity.
  • Threaten to terminate your benefits if you unionize.
  • Threaten to retaliate against union activity with layoffs or loss of jobs.
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Local 181 Members Receive:

  • Health Insurance Benefits
  • Death Benefits
  • Pension Benefits
  • Working Under Terms & Conditions Negotiated in Collective
  • Bargaining Agreements
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Local 181 Members with Union Plus Recieve:

  • Legal Services Plan
  • Mortgage and Real Estate Savings Program
  • Union Privilege Credit Card/Secured Credit Card
  • Health Savings
  • Accident Insurance
  • Education Loans
  • Union Family Savers
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IUOE Local 181 Districts & Representatives

Explore our comprehensive directory of IUOE Local 181 districts. This page provides clear maps and direct contact details for each district, making it easy for you to locate your local representative and stay connected with the community. Whether you're looking for support or just want to know who's in your area, you'll find all the essential information right here.

All IUOE 181 Districts

  • Counties Covered

    • Allen
    • Barren
    • Butler
    • Cumberland
    • Daviess
    • Edmonson
    • Grayson
    • Hancock
    • Hart
    • Henderson
    • Hopkins
    • Muhlenberg
    • McLean
    • Metcalfe
    • Monroe
    • Ohio
    • Simpson
    • Union
    • Warren
    • Webster

    District One

    District Representative: Scott Nantz Business Representative: Drew Preston

    Henderson, KY Location

    P.O. Box 34 / 700 N. Elm Street
    Henderson, KY 42419-0034

    (270) 826-2704

    (270) 827-2014

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  • Counties Covered

    • Crawford
    • Dubois
    • Gibson
    • Lawrence
    • Martin
    • Orange
    • Perry
    • Pike
    • Posey
    • Spencer
    • Vanderburgh
    • Warrick

    District Two

    District Representative: Greg Stevenson Business Representatives: Woodie Vanover, Kelly Christy & Heather Lashley

    Evansville, IN Location

    6500 Interchange Road, N
    Evansville, IN 47715

    (812) 474-1811

    (812) 474-1856

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  • Kentucky Counties Covered

    • Breckinridge
    • Bullitt
    • Carroll
    • Gallatin
    • Hardin
    • Henry
    • Jefferson
    • Larue
    • Meade
    • Nelson
    • Oldham
    • Shelby
    • Spencer
    • Trimble

    Indiana Counties Covered

    • Bartholomew
    • Brown
    • Clark
    • Dearborn
    • Decatur
    • Floyd
    • Franklin
    • Harrison
    • Jackson
    • Jefferson
    • Jennings
    • Ohio
    • Ripley
    • Scott
    • Switzerland
    • Washington

    District Three

    District Representative: William Deaton Business Representatives: John Flanagan, Will Broughton

    Louisville, KY Location

    2902 Crittenden Drive
    Louisville, KY 40209

    (502) 636-1476

    (502) 637-2289

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  • Counties Covered

    • Adair
    • Anderson
    • Bell
    • Bourbon
    • Boyle
    • Bracken
    • Breathitt
    • Casey
    • Clark
    • Clay
    • Clinton
    • Estill
    • Fayette
    • Franklin
    • Garrard
    • Grant
    • Green
    • Harlan
    • Harrison
    • Jackson
    • Jessamine
    • Knott
    • Knox
    • Laurel
    • Lee
    • Leslie
    • Letcher
    • Lincoln
    • McCreary
    • Madison
    • Marion
    • Mason
    • Mercer
    • Nicholas
    • Owen
    • Owsley
    • Perry
    • Powell
    • Pulaski
    • Robertson
    • Rockcastle
    • Russell
    • Scott
    • Taylor
    • Washington
    • Wayne
    • Whitley
    • Wolfe
    • Woodford

    District Four

    District Representative: Chris Estes Business Representatives: N/A

    Lexington, KY Location

    121 Cherrybark Drive
    Lexington, KY 40503

    (859) 278-8458

    (859) 278-3205

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  • Counties Covered

    • Ballard
    • Caldwell
    • Calloway
    • Carlisle
    • Christian
    • Crittenden
    • Fulton
    • Graves
    • Hickman
    • Livingston
    • Logan
    • Lyon
    • McCracken
    • Marshall
    • Todd
    • Trigg

    District Five

    District Representative: Carl Ray Dodge Business Representatives: Justin Outland

    Paducah, KY Location

    924 Clark Street
    Paducah, KY 42003

    (270) 443-7766

    (270) 443-7816

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  • Counties Covered

    • Bath
    • Boyd
    • Carter
    • Elliott
    • Fleming
    • Floyd
    • Greenup
    • Johnson
    • Lawrence
    • Lewis
    • Magoffin
    • Martin
    • Menifee
    • Montgomery
    • Morgan
    • Pike
    • Rowan

    District Six

    District Representative: John Gregory Business Representatives: N/A

    Russell, KY Location

    1278 Porter Road
    Catlettsburg, KY 41129

    (606) 739-0067

    (606) 739-0069

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