Teamsters Represent Union Voice at Maryland Construction Career Fair

On Tuesday, October 26, 2004, representatives of the Teamsters' Building Material & Construction Trade Division and Education Department exhibited at the Second Annual Highway Construction and Engineering Career Day at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium.

The event attracted more than 1,100 students and teachers from 33 high schools throughout the state. Approximately 24 construction and 15 engineering employers set up exhibits, and some of the employers provided hands-on activities. Some construction and engineering companies also exhibited heavy equipment such as tractors, loaders, cement and other trucks outdoors. Students were given the opportunity to look at each piece of machinery, sit in the operator’s seat, and ask questions.

The Teamsters’ exhibit featured information on good union jobs in growth industries, especially construction jobs. Students swarmed around the booth to learn more about our union and our industries. Teamster educators led discussions on the real difference between working union versus working non-union.

The Teamsters was the only union represented at the fair. A few teachers took the opportunity to request Teamsters’ assistance and participation in upcoming high school events related to preparing young people for career opportunities.

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