
JOE ARRELL
EXAMINING BOARD
Joe has been a proud member of Local Union 420 since 2016. He graduated from the BTJ apprenticeship program in 2021, earning multiple UA welding certifications. With experience in both the industrial and commercial sectors, Joe has worked as a Welder, Foreman, and Project Manager.
Before entering the apprenticeship, he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a minor in accounting from Cabrini University.
An active union member since his apprenticeship, Joe has regularly volunteered for lit-drops during election season, walked picket lines, and participated in the annual coat drive. He has also been a dedicated member of the Local Union 420 softball team for eight years, serving as head coach for four seasons.
In 2024, Joe was appointed to the Examining Board and looks forward to the opportunity to continue serving the membership. He would be honored to earn the members’ support.
Born and raised in Morton, Delaware County, Joe attended Springfield High School. He now resides in Northeast Philadelphia with his sons, Joseph III and Cameron.