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To God be the glory for all he has done, for all he is doing, and for all he is going to do. As ILA Local 1408 President, I care for...
Mincy PollockOct 26, 2023 · 3 min read
ILA Local 1408
Building Careers in the
Maritime Industry
Join the International Longshoremen's Association Local 1408 and become part of a proud tradition of dedicated maritime workers in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Effective Immediately
- If you ARE NOT seeking work, please DO NOT come to the Union Hall. Communicate with the Local Officers by phone, email, or text ONLY.
- If you ARE seeking work, please spend as little time as possible inside the Union Hall. Arrive for hiring a few minutes before the hiring time. If you arrive early, please remain in your car until hiring time.
- If you feel sick, please DO NOT come to the Union Hall.
These procedures are temporary and in effect to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and will be lifted as soon as possible.
What We Do
Catch the ILA Wave
The ILA is committed to creating job opportunities, providing better educational resources, and improving benefits for its members.
General Longshore
All areas of loading and unloading cargo on and off ships, including the operation of all equipment.
Safety Excellence
Won the "Safety Award" for best damage prevention record for multiple consecutive years.
Strong Membership
Our labor force generates almost 1,000,000 man-hours per year serving the Jacksonville port.
Scholarship Programs
Over $260,000 awarded to deserving students through our annual college scholarship program since 1995.
About Our Union
Second to None, Getting the Job Done
The International Longshoremen's Association is a union that represents workers in the maritime industry, including those who work in loading and unloading cargo on and off ships, as well as the operation of all equipment related to cargo handling.
The ILA also provides labor for maintenance operations, warehouse operations, and deep-sea shipping. With a long history dating back to the 1800s, we continue to serve our members and the maritime industry today.
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Man-hours per year
550K+
Cars handled yearly
$40M+
Labor income (2008)
$260K+
In scholarships awarded
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The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) Local 1408 Scholarship Fund awarded $40,500 in scholarships to 20 area high school...
Mincy PollockAug 6, 2023 · 2 min read
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