Members Information - Members | Pipefitters Local 597 As a member of Local 597 you can use this website to pay your quarterly dues, re-register on the Referral Hall Out-of-Work-List (OWL) or use it to find a wealth of information about your benefits Member Dues
Welfare Fund - Health and Welfare | Pipefitters Local 597 The Pipe Fitters' Local 597 Welfare Fund provides comprehensive health benefits to working and retired members and their families The Fund's reserves exceed two years of Fund expenses
About Us | Pipefitters Local 597 Chicago has played an instrumental role in the development of the piping industry since the inception of unions Local 597 has indeed fought to keep America’s standard of living one of the highest in the world, through fair wages, reasonable working hours, and the safest possible working conditions for its members What is a Pipefitter
Apprenticeship | Pipefitters Local 597 Individuals interested in applying to Local Union 597’s apprenticeship program can find information by visiting www pftf597 org If you have any questions regarding the process, please contact the Admissions Director, Adam Sutter at the Training Center at asutter@pftf597 org or 708-326-9240
Become a Signatory Contractor | Pipefitters Local 597 Becoming a Pipefitters Local 597 Contract can be a seamless transition that includes: Access to qualified, licensed journeyman and foremen No-hassle professional benefits administration Mediation, not confrontation, no strikes, or lockouts
Wellness Center - Health and Welfare | Pipefitters Local 597 The 597 Family Wellness Centers in Mokena and Crown Point are available to all covered members, retirees and their dependents age 6 and up Services offered at both centers include primary care, chronic condition coaching, prevention, and lab services
FAQ | Pipefitters Local 597 You can create a Fund Office Dashboard account on the Pipe Fitters Local 597 website On the Fund Office dashboard, you can see your medical claim payments, your deductible and out of pocket accumulations, work history, and other personal information
Pension | Pipefitters Local 597 The Pipe Fitters' Local 597 Retirement Fund is designed to pay pensions to participants who have worked over the years as Local 597 members in the pipe fitting industry The Fund covers approximately 6,500 active pipe fitters and 6,400 retirees and surviving spouses paying over $150 million per year in pension benefits