About Skilled Workers United

The Voice for American Service Workers

Since 1925

Service Workers Union exists to build power for all service‑sector workers—housekeepers, food service workers, retail associates, custodians, drivers, gig workers, and more. We help workers form unions, negotiate strong contracts, defend rights on the job, and win improvements across our industries.

Our Story

Founded by frontline workers and community allies, we were built on a simple idea: the people doing the work should have a real say in how work is done. From the first shop we organized to today’s multi‑site campaigns, we’ve used worker‑led organizing and collective bargaining to raise standards and set new benchmarks for safety, wages, and respect.

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What We Do

Organize: Support workers to form unions and win recognition.
Bargain: Negotiate fair contracts with enforceable standards.
Defend Rights: Provide grievance representation and legal referrals.
Develop Leaders: Train stewards, organizers, and negotiators.
Raise Standards: Campaign for industry‑wide wage floors and safety protections.
Build Community: Partner with tenants, students, faith groups, and community coalitions.

Our Values

Dignity: Every worker deserves respect.
Equity: We fight barriers based on race, gender, immigration status, and disability.
Solidarity: An injury to one is an injury to all.
Democracy: Member voice guides our direction.
Accountability: Transparent finances and measurable results.
Inclusion: Multilingual, multicultural organizing that meets workers where they are.

JATC Training Programs for Apprentices

Preparing the Workforce of Tomorrow

Our Jurisdiction & Crafts

We represent members across multiple trades—carpenters, electricians, laborers, ironworkers, and more. Each craft maintains its own apprenticeship standards and safety certifications, ensuring top-quality performance on every project.

Community & Veterans Program

We invest in local outreach, youth training, and veterans’ reintegration programs. Members volunteer their time and skills for public projects that improve lives and strengthen our neighborhoods.

Join Our Union

Membership means more than representation—it’s access to fair pay, premium benefits, and lifelong training. Learn how to apply or transfer your membership through our Contact & Local Offices page.