Join the HICA
Download the membership application: Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe PDF (.pdf) For more information about joining the Hawaii Island Contractors' Association, please contact us.
Why Join the HICA? Membership Benefits Include:
- Discounted rates for mandatory Safety Training courses provided by certified trainers in First Aid/CPR, Forklift Certification, Lock-out/Tag-out, Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Trenching/Excavation, Hoisting, Crane Operator Certification, Accident Prevention, Apprenticeship, Crime Prevention, Drug Awareness, Violence in the Workplace and more.
- Subscription to the “Bid Service Weekly” publication at a discounted price.
- Weekly Plans Bulletin of the HICA, listing all jobs up for bid in coming weeks and bids opened during the past week, as well as bid results.
- Access to plans and specifications for review.
- Use of a new Plans copier for a nominal fee (prints from original plans or CD).
- Active efforts by our Legislative Committee to review and promote bills of interest to support our construction industry and business climate.
- Provides scholarships for second year students in the construction trades with financial hardships to enhance candidates for employment in our businesses.
- Monthly general membership dinner meetings featuring guest speakers to provide updates and information important to our industry.
- Fellowship and networking opportunities within the association and associations state-wide.
- Membership and representation in the Big Island Business Council and the Construction Industry Council of Hawaii.
- Complimentary Notary Public service at our office.
DUES STRUCTURE
INITIATION FEE
The Initiation fee for new members is $25.00
POLITICAL ACTION ASSESSMENT
There is an annual assessment of $50.00 per year per firm for the HICA Political Action Committee (PAC), billed at the beginning of each fiscal year or upon becoming a member within the year. This assessment is not deductible for income tax purposes.
| GENERAL CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS | |
| 1 to 5 Employees: | $50.00 per month plus .50 per employee |
| 6 to 15 Employees: | $60.00 per month plus .50 per employee |
| 16 or more Employees: | $120.00 per month plus .50 per employee |
| Second Membership: (For Member firm) |
$20.00 per month |
| ASSOCIATE MEMBERS | |
| First Member | $320.00 per year |
| Each Additional Member | $120.00 per year |
| *Associate membership only: Payment of annual dues may be prorated by the balance of remaining months for that fiscal year. | |
Notes:
- Initiation fee and PAC assessment are not prorated.
- No refunds on all fees and dues upon resignation of member
- The initiation fee ($25.00) will accompany the application, and will be held until the application is approved by the Board of Directors. Upon approval by the Board, the secretary of the association will notify the new member by letter. The initiation fee will be applied and an invoice for dues payable and the PAC fee will be sent to the new member, along with a membership handbook.
For more information about joining the Hawaii Island Contractors' Association, please contact us.