Member Benefits

WHY JOIN WACA?

Belonging to the association creates an amplified voice to advocate for industry needs. WACA represents contractor members at the local, state, and national levels of government; advocating for issues and monitoring legislation to protect members, and the union construction industry in general. WACA keeps members informed on current and future labor and regulatory compliance important information as it becomes available. Members stay up to date with safety standards, business and technical practices through educational workshops, training, information sharing and forums. The association provides a variety of networking opportunities to build relationships and create opportunities. Through events, members form partnerships, exchange ideas, and share expertise with business owners, fellow professionals, and industry leaders.

Education & Training
Members stay up to date with business and technical practices through educational workshops, training, and forums.

Technical Assistance
The Wall and Ceiling Bureau (WCB), WACA's technical department, offers complimentary assistance with project inspections and recommendations. The technical team keeps members informed on building codes, safety practices, and current wall and ceiling standards. WCB's website: www.wallandceilingbureau.org

BIM CUBE Technology
Now available for members and industry partners, WACA's state-of-the-art Building Information Modeling (BIM) CUBE is located at our office at 5726 Sonoma Drive, Pleasanton. The BIM CUBE is a three-dimensional interactive digital model, able to project on 20-feet by 13-feet walls using a 1:1 human scale. This new approach permits users to collaborate more effectively, making changes in real time and instantly seeing results, providing latest versions of designs to avoid costly rework. To reserve it, contact Technical Coordinator Sarah Thorvund at [email protected] or (925) 249-7268.

Safety Services
WACA provides necessary knowledge, tools, training, and support to members. We enable them to meet the safety requirements set for the industry. To find out more, contact WACA Safety Consultant Chris Lee at [email protected]

Onsite & Virtual Training Center
The new training center at 5690 Sonoma Drive (next door to the WACA administration building) is available for remote and socially distant in-person meetings. It can be used for team building, meetings, online classes, and trainings with a classroom capacity of 75 onsite people. Upgraded meeting technology with multiple VIVO television screens optimize viewing experience and participation. To reserve for your company use, contact Technical Coordinator Sarah Thorvund at [email protected]

Government Advocacy
WACA gives members a stronger voice by representing contractors at the local, state, and national levels of government.

Labor Relations
WACA keeps members informed on current and future labor, legal and regulatory compliance.

Events & Networking
WACA provides a variety of networking opportunities to build relationships and create connections. Through events members form partnerships, exchange ideas, and share expertise with business owners, fellow professionals, and industry partners.

Why Join Us? WACA Brochure

For more information on membership, contact Carmen Castillo at [email protected]