Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council

Building Arizona Together


The Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council is the state’s premier source for construction craftspeople in all trade areas. Whether your construction project is large, medium or small, we can build it from the ground up in partnership with owners and contractors who will provide your project with:

Quality workmanship
Journeymen and apprentices who are well-trained and at the top of their professions
A reliable, safety-focused labor force
On-time, within-budget project completion
Work that’s done right…the first time!

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Growing the Best Craftspeople in the Construction Industry


Through our members’ training and apprenticeship programs, we prepare our apprentices to learn the newest techniques in their trades, as well as making safety training priority number one.

No matter which trade interests a prospective apprentice, the Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council has a world-class member training program that will enable him or her to set the foundation for a successful career while earning a competitive salary and getting real-world experience on the job site.

Contact one of our apprenticeship programs for more information.

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Latest News and Events


AZBTC 2024 Primary Endorsed Candidates

Building a Better Arizona: Your Vote, Your Future  The Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council (AZBTC) is proud to endorse a slate of candidates who have demonstrated unwavering support for the building trades and our hardworking members. These candidates share our commitment to creating good-paying jobs, improving infrastructure, and fostering a fair and inclusive economy.  […]

Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council Endorses Jen Allen for Pima County Board of Supervisors in District 3 

The Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council (AZBTC) is proud to announce its endorsement of Jen Allen for the Pima County Board of Supervisors in District 3.  Jen Allen has a longstanding commitment to community service and social justice, with a career dedicated to advocating for working families and equitable policies. As a co-founder of […]

Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council Endorses Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez for Arizona’s Second Congressional District 

The Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council (AZBTC) is proud to announce its endorsement of Jonathan Nez for Arizona’s Second Congressional District.  Jonathan Nez, former President of the Navajo Nation, has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to serving his community. His vision for Arizona includes advocating for fair wages, improving infrastructure, and ensuring […]

Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council Endorses Daniel Valenzuela for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors in District 3 

The Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council (AZBTC) is pleased to endorse Daniel Valenzuela for the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 3.  Daniel Valenzuela’s unwavering commitment to advocating for working families, community development, fair wages, safe working conditions, and robust infrastructure projects mirrors the mission of the AZBTC, making him an ideal candidate for […]

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