Better Building Begins Here
Local 825 Operating Engineers are highly trained and experienced heavy equipment operators, mechanics, and surveyors who offer unsurpassed productivity to contractors throughout New Jersey and five counties in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Our 8,200 members are part of the International Union of Operating Engineers, comprising a workforce of more than 400,000 throughout the United States and Canada.
With our training, experience and drive, we build value for our contractors. We do the job right the first time, on time and on budget. In exchange, we ensure that our members are treated fairly and viewed as part of the team.
Mission Statement
The International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 825’s mission is to equip its members with the educational resources for developing the skills of their apprentices and journeypersons. It is to recruit a diverse membership and operate under a strategic plan to create an inclusive environment. By facilitating the training needs of our members, we maximize their employability and prepare them for changes in the industry. The Department goal allows members to acquire new skills and remain competitive in the industry, while remaining fiscally responsible to the beneficiaries of the fund.
Local 825 News
Notification of Application to Operating Engineers Local 825 NY Apprenticeship Program
Thirty (30) applications will be available for the Operating Engineers Local 825 NY Apprenticeship Program class that will begin Spring of ...
Local 825 members and children invited to apply for Essex-West Hudson Labor Council AFL-CIO 2025 Essex County Labor Scholarships
Members with children that are high school seniors are invited to apply for scholarships available through the Essex-West Hudson Labor Council ...
2025 IUOE Local 825 Academic and Special Scholarship Applications Now Available
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825 is pleased to announce the following Academic and Special Scholarship Award for 2025: Seven …
Preparing for a New Tomorrow
Recognizing the rapid changes in the workforce and technology, Local 825 marked a historic transition of its Training Center toward becoming a technical college with the signing of an agreement with Hudson County Community College (HCCC) in November 2021.
Over one hundred-years of operation, Local 825 operating engineers have successfully transitioned through changes in technology to preserve their mastery of heavy equipment. Future operators will need to master heavy equipment and also understand and work with the technology behind it.
This agreement combines technical education with apprenticeship training. It will help maintain our expertise and preserve it for the generations who follow.
November 20, 2020
Local 825 has earned the healthy and safe workplace certification from the NJ Business and Industry Association following the successful completion of an NJBIA training course. It teaches
- How to develop a step-by-step Healthy Workplace Environment Guide
- The best cleaning and disinfection procedures
- On-site health screening procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
- Social distancing strategies
- Protocols for isolating employees who become ill at work
The course adheres to the standards and regulations set by OSHA, the Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to make sure all employees function in a healthy work environment.
September 25, 2020
It’s easy to obtain a flu shot, at your physician’s office by using your Horizon Card or at many major pharmacies by using your OptumRx Card.
Flu shots are also available in the pharmacy department of many supermarkets, so on your next trip for milk, eggs, and bread, you might want to step up to the pharmacy counter to inquire.
It’s not too early to get your flu shot! Stay safe! Stay healthy!
LEARN MORE: It’s More Important Than Ever to Get a Flu Shot
July 20, 2020
ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING THE LOCAL 825 DISTRICT 1 AND 4 HEALTH FAIRS
Dear Members:
As always, the health and safety of our members, employees and colleagues is our top priority. Therefore, we are implementing processes to address safety, health and wellness concerns overall. As such, we must consider the manner in which business is conducted for our organization.
We regret to inform you that the September 23rd and October 14th Health Fairs will be cancelled. We hope to reschedule these events later in the year and will keep our members up to date with the most current information. You may also check for updates on our website www.825Funds.org.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Funds Office at 973-671-6800.
Sincerely,
Welfare Fund
Local 825 Welfare Fund
April 7, 2020
The Local 825 Health Fairs that had been scheduled for May 13 and June 10 have been canceled. Efforts will be made to reschedule them in the coming months. We will advise of any updates as plans are made.
April 6, 2020
Local 825 establishes a COVID-19 Response Unit and Hotline. Click here for details and updates.
April 3, 2020
Another extension has been added to the deadline to apply for a Local 825 scholarship. Applications may be submitted now up to April 17. Click here for more information.
March 17, 2020
Over the past two weeks we have taken a variety of steps to help ensure the health and safety of our members.
All District meetings through the month of April have been canceled. Check back on this page periodically for updates.
Office visits from members and non-essential guests will be suspended into Local 825 main office in Springfield, all satellite offices and training centers. To ensure our members’ needs are addressed, we will operate as follows:
S.U.B.
Drop off applications and pick up of checks are suspended. Applications may be filed online, mailed to the SUB Department at 65 Springfield Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081 or placed in a secure box located on the first-floor lobby at 65 Springfield Ave., Springfield NJ 07081
Pension and Annuities
Mail applications and other written communications to the Pension/Profit Sharing Department at 65 Springfield Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081 or place them in the secure lock box in the lobby.
Eligibility
Mail payments and other written communications to the Eligibility Department at 65 Springfield Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081 or place in the secure lock box in the lobby.
Welfare
Claim Forms may be mailed to the Claims Department at 65 Springfield Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081 or placed in the secure lock box in the lobby.
Training Centers
Training Centers will cancel all classes and training initially through Friday March 27. A decision will be made by then whether to open or continue the cancelation. Watch here for updates.
Dues
Please pay dues on-line at www.IUOE825.org or call 973-671-6918 or 6917 for assistance.
Dispatch
Please call 973-671-6900 for assistance.
Business Agents
In-person visits at the Union Halls are suspended. Please call 973-671-6900 for assistance.
In addition, all official Funds and Union Hall business correspondence may be placed in the locked drop box in the lobby of 65 Springfield Ave. Springfield, NJ. If you haven’t already accessed the Local 825 app, do so now and consult it regularly for news and announcements.
These unprecedented steps have been reached after consultation with our own staff of nurses and other health care professionals. We take these actions to protect our members, visitors and office personnel. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to navigate these challenging circumstances. We encourage you to take all health precautions to protect yourself and your families.
In the meantime, please practice the basic rules of hygiene and prevention that can be found on the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: www.cdc.gov.
March 11, 2020
8th Annual Golf Outing is RESCHEDULED for Saturday, September 19th, 2020