Spring 2026 News Magazine is Now Available

April 9th, 2026|

Brothers and Sisters, We’re excited to share the Spring 2026 News Magazine, which includes the latest Local 4 news, project spotlights, and upcoming events. For these events, we encourage you to look ahead at your
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16 Trotter Drive
Medway, MA 02053

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WELCOME FROM THE BUSINESS MANAGER

Check out Local 4’s talented Operating Engineers at work

Welcome Message from Business Manager Michael Bowes

More than 5,000 members of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 4 are building our communities across the New England region. We’re proud to maintain our union’s mission of fostering safe workplaces, fighting for workers’ rights, and taking action to expand diversity, equity, and inclusion in the trades.

As the leading heavy equipment organization, Operating Engineers Local 4 prides itself on delivering world-class results for over 125 years. Local 4 heavy equipment operators, mechanics, surveyors, equipment house employees, and wastewater technicians are experts in their field, setting the standard for high-quality construction throughout Eastern Massachusetts, Eastern New Hampshire, and the state of Maine. We’re proud to consistently get the job done right, on time, and on budget.

Local 4’s distinction begins with the extensive apprenticeship and training opportunities available at our facilities in Canton and Medway, Massachusetts. Members receive state-of-the-art training, licenses, and certifications needed to upskill and advance their careers. We also encourage members to take advantage of the continuing education programs we provide, including OSHA, Hazmat, NCCCO, forklift, and more.

Through thoughtful and intentional collaboration with our partners, we uphold industry-leading wages, work conditions, and benefits for all. These benefits ensure our members have access to great healthcare, retirement, and a pension plan.

Local 4 members and contractors are the backbone of this great Union. We’re grateful for their contributions and commitment to helping the organization grow, fostering community, and becoming fraternally united.

If you are not yet affiliated with Local 4, here’s a place where you can learn more about our dynamic work and how to get involved.

Michael Bowes
Business Manager
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4

BROTHERS & SISTERS

This past winter, I was honored to represent Local 4 at the International Union of Operating Engineers’ Winter Meeting. General President Downey brought locals together from across the country to discuss ways we can tackle challenges that affect all of our members. It’s clear that Local 4 leads the way in high-quality training and making a real difference in our communities.

Thank you all for joining us at our Maine Body Meeting. It was great to connect with our Brothers and Sisters and to hear from gubernatorial candidate and union brother Troy Jackson, as well as candidate for state legislature and union brother Jason Shedlock.

As always, we’re keeping a close eye on the work front. We’re seeing a slow down in some private sector and federal infrastructure work, but potential state projects are in the pipeline. Approximately $6 billion in key Massachusetts infrastructure projects are currently before the State Senate and House of Representatives, with many of the projects expected to be under Project Labor Agreements thanks to Governor Healey.

More work opportunities will become available in gas utility work. Several billion dollars are being invested across Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire in repairing and replacing aging gas lines with modern plastic fusion pipe. These important upgrades will provide long-term work for our members. I want to remind everyone to obtain and maintain your Operator Qualifications (OQs) through the Training Center so we can keep Local 4 members on these projects.

Make sure to register early for the Operating Engineers Local 4 Charitable Foundation, Inc. 9th Annual William D. McLaughlin Golf Outing, which will be held at Juniper Hill Golf Course in Northborough, MA, on Sunday, July 12, 2026, with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. Proceeds from this year’s event will support food insecurity charities and scholarships for Local 4 families.

We’ll also be holding our first Local 4 Family Picnic on Sunday, September 27, at the Scandinavian Athletic Club in Shrewsbury, MA. Proceeds will benefit scholarships for Local 4 families. Please mark your calendars and stay tuned for details. 

I’m honored to serve Local 4 and have your continued support. If there is anything you need, please feel free to reach out.