The backbone of Rock Island & the Quad Cities

Bridging Hard Work with a Stronger Future

Every bridge, road, and project Laborers Local 309’s touch connects people, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity. Together, we’re building the pathways to progress.

About Local 309

Laborers Local 309 has been the foundation of Rock Island and the Quad Cities for decades. Our members are the skilled hands and strong backs behind the roads, bridges, schools, and hospitals that keep our communities moving forward. We fight for fair wages, safe working conditions, and opportunities that lift up every worker and their family. At Local 309, we know that when laborers succeed, our whole community succeeds—and that’s what drives us every day.

Laborers Local 309 is a proud affiliate of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA). We are made up of hardworking men and women from across Rock Island and the Quad Cities who are united by one goal: to create better lives for workers and their families.

Apprenticeship
Start your career with confidence. Our apprenticeship program combines hands-on experience with classroom instruction, giving you the skills to earn while you learn. Build a future with stability, opportunity, and union strength.
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Training
Stay ahead in a changing industry. From safety certifications to advanced skills, our training programs ensure members are always ready for the job. With world-class instruction and real-world practice, we prepare you to succeed.
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Your future starts here. Take the first step toward a rewarding career in the construction industry by applying to become a Laborers 309 apprentice today. It’s fast, easy, and the gateway to building your future.
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Strong Members. Strong Union. Strong Communities.

Members

Our union is built on the strength and dedication of its members—past and present. From the benefits that protect your family, to opportunities to give back through community service and stay engaged with programs like Laborers Rising, this section highlights the resources, connections, and support that keep Local 309 strong for every member, including those who have retired after years of hard work.

Benefits

From healthcare and retirement security to strong wages and job protections, Local 309 members enjoy benefits that support them on and off the jobsite. Together, we raise the standard for working families.

Laborers rising

Laborers Rising is about giving back and standing up. From volunteering in our communities to staying active in local politics, it’s how members make an impact beyond the jobsite.

Retirees

Our retirees are the foundation of Local 309’s success. Their hard work built the roads we travel and the union we’re proud to call home. We honor their legacy and keep them connected to the brotherhood.

Involvement

Local 309 members are proud to give back to the community we call home. From charity drives to lending a hand at local events, our involvement strengthens the Quad Cities beyond the jobsite.

Upcoming Events

December 2025
Dec 11
11 December 2025
Laborers 309 Union Hall, 2835 7th Ave.
Rock Island, IL 61201 United States

Discuss/vote on contract wage increase.

Dec 19
19 December 2025
Laborers 309 Union Hall, 2835 7th Ave.
Rock Island, IL 61201 United States
Dec 25
25 December 2025