About Us
The right worker for the job
For over 100 years, Operating Engineers 324 has provided value to workers, businesses and communities throughout the entire state of Michigan. We are a dynamic organization of 14,000 Members where career opportunity thrives.
About Us
The right worker for the job
For over 100 years, Operating Engineers 324 has provided value to workers, businesses and communities throughout the entire state of Michigan. We are a dynamic organization of 14,000 Members where career opportunity thrives.
How We Benefit Michigan
Building Michigan's future
For over 100 years, OE 324 has provided value to workers, businesses and communities throughout Michigan. Through our superior training, our Members are educated, experienced, work-ready and possess the depth of character needed to master their craft while bringing unsurpassed safety, unity and productivity to every job site. We understand how business works. That’s why we take extreme pride in working hard for our contractors and project owners, earning our reputation as trusted business partners.
How We Benefit Michigan
Building Michigan's future
For over 100 years, OE 324 has provided value to workers, businesses and communities throughout Michigan. Through our superior training, our Members are educated, experienced, work-ready and possess the depth of character needed to master their craft while bringing unsurpassed safety, unity and productivity to every job site. We understand how business works. That’s why we take extreme pride in working hard for our contractors and project owners, earning our reputation as trusted business partners.
We Are Michigan
Our 14,000 Members represent the fabric of Michigan’s hardworking economy.
Superior Training
Others offer a few weeks. We provide the real thing: 6,000 – 8,000 hours of classroom and on-the-job training.
Safety
Our number one focus is safety. It’s embedded during our rigorous training and it’s the priority of every project.
Craftsmanship
Every day, the quality and productivity delivered by our Members is second to none.
Career
We don’t just train and educate, we build careers. OE 324 Members secure a good lifestyle for their family.
We Keep Michigan Running
Highways, Roads & Bridges
We are at the controls of the heavy equipment that build and repair Michigan’s roadways.
Operate
Our members operate the complex temperature systems of commercial and public buildings and factories.
Service
We service the people of Michigan as dependable bus drivers, hospital staff and hospitality workers.
Build
We build Michigan’s factories, arenas, schools, hospitals, and commercial buildings. The list goes on.
Alternative Energy
By installing alternative energy systems, we are doing our part to build a sustainable and greener future for Michigan.
Maintain
Buildings and factories of all types couldn’t function without quality maintenance. That’s where we come in.
Water, Sewer & Utilities
You will find us installing the indispensable water, sewer and utility infrastructure, covering every corner of our state.
Natural Gas & Oil Pipelines
We build and maintain our state’s crucial distribution pipelines of natural gas and oil.
Our Promise
Bringing value to our industry
and the community
Operating Engineers 324 is a proud and dynamic organization where opportunity thrives. Throughout our far-reaching network of superior training, diverse resources and perspectives, we foster leadership, the spirit of collaboration and depth of character we need to master our craft, take extreme pride in our work, understand that we are true business partners with our contractors and project owners, and bring value to our industry and community.
Our Promise
Bringing value to our industry
and the community
Operating Engineers 324 is a proud and dynamic organization where opportunity thrives. Throughout our far-reaching network of superior training, diverse resources and perspectives, we foster leadership, the spirit of collaboration and depth of character we need to master our craft, take extreme pride in our work, understand that we are true business partners with our contractors and project owners, and bring value to our industry and community.
Why Join OE 324?
The reasons are too many to list, but here are a few:
Diversity
We are growing stronger and better through our “Culture of Diversity”
Skills
OE 324 is a skilled trades organization and we represent a tremendous diversity of skills
Partnerships
Contractors refer to OE 324 as “Trusted Partners”. We work hard for our Partners and we want them to prosper
Quality
We maintain on-going drug testing, safety & skills training to make sure our Members are “Best-in-class”
Community
We provide a valuable service to the public through community engagement
Value
We produce the best overall value. Our projects have the highest productivity, are on time & safe
Why Join OE 324?
The reasons are too many to list,
but here are a few:
Diversity
We are growing stronger and better through our “Culture of Diversity”
Skills
OE 324 is a skilled trades organization and we represent a tremendous diversity of skills
Partnerships
Contractors refer to OE 324 as “Trusted Partners”. We work hard for our Partners and we want them to prosper
Quality
We maintain on-going drug testing, safety & skills training to make sure our Members are “Best-in-class”
Community
We provide a valuable service to the public through community engagement
Value
We produce the best overall value. Our projects have the highest productivity, are on time & safe
Policy Over Party
Michigan’s working economy
Policy over Party is the motto of the Michigan Operating Engineers’ political program. Our Members and industry allies are focused on building and maintaining a better Michigan. We support Legislators at the local, state and federal levels who demonstrate a willingness to focus on job creating legislation and workforce betterment, who understand the value of businesses and their employees, and who refrain from toeing the partisan line. These are the traits and values that will earn our loyalty at the ballot box. OE 324 Business Manager Douglas W. Stockwell has created ten regional political action committees to directly engage in in-district political activities. The cornerstones to these ten regional political action committees are our in-district Members and industry allies. Moreover, Mr. Stockwell has invited our industry allies to partner with the Michigan Operating Engineers in the political arena. We encourage you to register and log-in to learn more and join the leading Michigan Operating Engineers Political Action program.
Policy Over Party
Michigan’s working economy
Policy over Party is the motto of the Michigan Operating Engineers’ political program. Our Members and industry allies are focused on building and maintaining a better Michigan. We support Legislators at the local, state and federal levels who demonstrate a willingness to focus on job creating legislation and workforce betterment, who understand the value of businesses and their employees, and who refrain from toeing the partisan line. These are the traits and values that will earn our loyalty at the ballot box. OE 324 Business Manager Douglas W. Stockwell has created ten regional political action committees to directly engage in in-district political activities. The cornerstones to these ten regional political action committees are our in-district Members and industry allies. Moreover, Mr. Stockwell has invited our industry allies to partner with the Michigan Operating Engineers in the political arena. We encourage you to register and log-in to learn more and join the leading Michigan Operating Engineers Political Action program.
Operator
Highways, Roads & Bridges
Water, Sewer & Utilities
Service
Build
Alternative Energy
Natural Gas & Oil Pipelines
Maintain
Operator
Highways, Roads & Bridges
Water, Sewer & Utilities
Service
Build
Alternative Energy
Natural Gas & Oil Pipelines
Maintain
Our Heritage
Running strong for over 100 years
Established in 1906, Operating Engineers 324 has played a central role in building, operating and maintaining Michigan’s industrial infrastructure. As time and technology advanced, our Members began working on internal combustion engines, electric motors, hydraulic machinery, refrigeration systems and even the operation of nuclear power plants.
Learn more about our History
Our Heritage
Running strong for over 100 years
Established in 1906, Operating Engineers 324 has played a central role in building, operating and maintaining Michigan’s industrial infrastructure. As time and technology advanced, our Members began working on internal combustion engines, electric motors, hydraulic machinery, refrigeration systems and even the operation of nuclear power plants.
Learn more about our History
2022 Retiree Picnic
The difference between ordinary and extraordinary
We honor and value our retirees – Those who passed down their skills, paved the way and made it possible for OE 324 to be the outstanding organization it is today!
2022 Retiree Picnic
The difference between ordinary and extraordinary
We honor and value our retirees – Those who passed down their skills, paved the way and made it possible for OE 324 to be the outstanding organization it is today!
Life Long Career
Professional Instructors
Incomparable Training
Nationally Certified
Premium Equipment
Unbeatable Support
Operating Engineers 324
Was First Chartered
in 1906
Life Long Career
Professional Instructors
Incomparable Training
Nationally Certified
Premium Equipment
Unbeatable Support
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