International Union of Operating
The International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 is a labor union representing more than 5,000 heavy equipment operators, mechanics, surveyors, equipment house employees, wastewater technicians, and apprentices. The organization is headquartered in Medway, Massachusetts, and serves Eastern Massachusetts, Eastern New Hampshire, and the state of Maine. As a 501(c)(5) organization, the union operates as a labor organization dedicated to improving working conditions and living standards for its members.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$16.6M
+16.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.2M
+19.7% YoY
Grant Count
30
-11.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$39K
+35.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The union's mission is to improve working conditions and living standards of members through collective bargaining, education, training, and employee benefits. The organization establishes procedures for the amicable adjustment of disputes that may arise between employers and employees.
A related entity, the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 Labor Management Cooperative Trust, focuses on improving labor-management relationships, preserving employment security, enhancing economic development in the community, and improving communication regarding industry advancements. This trust promotes the economic competitiveness of operating engineers and employers in the industry, primarily by awarding grants to eligible employers who have collectively bargained agreements with the union.
Grantmaking
The Labor Management Cooperative Trust awards grants to eligible employers who are collectively bargained with the union. The trust's primary purpose is to support employers and the union in achieving shared economic competitiveness goals.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization serves Eastern Massachusetts, Eastern New Hampshire, and the state of Maine.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 (Main Organization):
- Total revenues (2025): $10,930,941
- Total expenses (2025): $8,142,130
- Total assets (2025): $45,043,632
- Employees: 19
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 Labor Management Cooperative Trust:
- Total revenues (2023): $3,141,788
- Total expenses (2023): $1,609,776
- Total assets (2023): $14,332,596
- Employees: 0
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $16,629,041 | $14,332,596 | $11,812,219 |
| Revenue | $3,106,321 | $3,141,788 | $3,083,919 |
| Expenses | $2,867,709 | $1,609,776 | $2,445,930 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $467,003 | $361,120 | $235,143 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
174 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include D W White Construction ($181,444), Barletta Heavy Division ($181,428), Borggaard Construction Corp ($88,219).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| D W WHITE CONSTRUCTION ACUSHNET, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $181,444 |
| BARLETTA HEAVY DIVISION CANTON, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $181,428 |
| BORGGAARD CONSTRUCTION CORP N GRAFTON, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $88,219 |
| ALBANESE D&S INC DRACUT, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $85,024 |
| BOND CIVIL & UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC MEDFORD, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $70,375 |
| NORTHERN GENERAL CONTRACTORS PALMER, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $61,930 |
| JR VINAGRO CORP JOHNSTON, RI | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $61,364 |
| SPS NEW ENGLAND INC SALISBURY, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $54,090 |
| D & R GENERAL CONTRACTING MELROSE, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $53,161 |
| LAWRENCE-LYNCH CORP FALMOUTH, MA | TO SUCCESSFULLY BID AND OBTAIN JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | $43,867 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key personnel include:
- William D McLaughlin – Business Manager
- Christopher L Carey – Vice President, Auditor, Business Representative, and Legislative Director
- Amanda R Johnson – Office Manager
- Michael Bowes – Principal Officer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT BURR | UNION TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL BOWES | UNION TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JAMES MARENGHI | UNION TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| TAYLA ROSE | UNION TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| ALBERT J WELCH III | EMPLOYER TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| ROBERT PINE | EMPLOYER TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| DREW FLOYD | EMPLOYER TRUSTEE - THRU 1/24 | 1 | — |
| PETER DESISTO | EMPLOYER TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| BOB TONNING | EMPLOYER TRUSTEE - EFF 1/24 | 1 | — |
| GREGORY A GEIMAN | ADMINSTRATOR | 1 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does International Union of Operating fund?
The union's mission is to improve working conditions and living standards of members through collective bargaining, education, training, and employee benefits. The organization establishes procedures for the amicable adjustment of disputes that may arise between employers and employees. A related entity, the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 Labor Management Cooperative Trust, focuses on improving labor-management relationships, preserving employment security, enhancing economi…
How do I apply for a grant from International Union of Operating?
The Labor Management Cooperative Trust awards grants to eligible employers who are collectively bargained with the union. The trust's primary purpose is to support employers and the union in achieving shared economic competitiveness goals.
Where does International Union of Operating make grants?
The organization serves Eastern Massachusetts, Eastern New Hampshire, and the state of Maine.
What size grants does International Union of Operating award?
In 2024, International Union of Operating awarded 30 grants totaling $1.2M — an average of about $39K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is International Union of Operating's EIN?
International Union of Operating's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-6254465. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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