Benefits
Security, Support, and Strength for Every Carpenter
Stronger Together On and Off the Job
At Carpenters Local 308, our members enjoy more than just great wages—they get a full package of benefits designed to protect their health, security, and future. From comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans to training, safety programs, and support for families, our benefits ensure that every carpenter can focus on building a career with confidence. Being part of Local 308 means your hard work is backed by resources that keep you and your loved ones covered today and tomorrow.
Comprehensive Coverage Total Peace of Mind
Our benefits program is designed to support every stage of your career and life. From health and financial security to protections for you and your family, Local 308 members enjoy a robust package that rewards hard work, safeguards your future, and keeps you focused on what matters most—building your career and your community. Benefits are all employer contributions.
Health & Welfare
Members of Carpenters Local 308 enjoy health and welfare benefits administered through the Eastern Iowa Fringe Benefit Funds, Inc., in the following areas:
- Health Care
- Dental
- Life Insurance
- Vision
- Temporary Disability (accident and sickness)
- Death Benefits (includes travel accident but not life insurance)
For up-to-date information about the plan’s coverage / benefits or to check on your eligibility contact the fund office:
Five Rivers Carpenters District Council Health & Welfare
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C/O Eastern Iowa Fringe Benefits Funds, Inc.
350 Waconia Ct. SW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404
- (319) 366-3623
- (319) 362-7272
Life Insurance
Union Labor Benefits
The UBA Life Insurance is $20,000 for active carpenters. For retired carpenters the benefit level is reduced according to age as follows:
- Age: Under 50 Benefit: $20,000
- Age: 50-54 Benefit: $14,000
- Age: 55-59 Benefit: $9,000
- Age: 60-64 Benefit: $5,000
- Age: 65-69 Benefit: $3,000
- Age: 70-74 Benefit: $1,500
- Age: 75+ Benefit: $1,000
Use the OPT OUT FORM to opt out of the $15 per quarter life insurance policy. Please note that once you opt out your eligibility is terminated permanently.
American Income Life Insurance Company
$2,000.00 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit
Pension Plan
Carpenters Pension Fund of Illinois
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Wilson-McShane Corporation
1431 Opus Place
Suite 350
Downer's Grove, IL 60515
- 800-448-5825
- 630-232-7166
- 630-232-0741
Retirement Saving Plan
Wilson-McShane Corporation/Carpenters and Joiners Defined Contribution Plan
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3001 Metro Dr.
STE 500
Bloomington, MN 55425-1617
- 844-468-5916
- 952-851-5788
- 952-854-1632
If you have questions, please call 651-379-0299 or visit website www.carpentersunion.org.
Milliman
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8500 Normandale Lake Blvd.
STE 1850
Bloomington, MN 55437
You can set up an account and track your funds online or download the Milliman Mobile Benefits app. If you have questions, please call 833-822-2777 or visit website www.MillimanBenefits.om.
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