The Onyx Skilled Trades Local Union 79

The Onyx Skilled Trades Union Local 79 (Onyx) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Department of Labor recognized union with the goal to bridge the gap and form a much-needed union which is fair, reliable, and flexible to the needs of African American Employers and their Employees. Onyx was developed as a community movement that would unite all our strengths and talents with a focus on economic, political and social justice for our members.

• Improve economic development, benefits and employment opportunities for black and other minority workers

• Provide a voice and vehicle for skilled training creating technical experts in their craft