Worcester-Fitchburg Building Trades Council elects Jorge Rivera as new president Jorge Rivera has been elected president of the Worcester-Fitchburg Building Trades Council, the group announced Monday. Rivera, a 20-year union member and painter, trained apprentices across the region, teaching bilingual classes on OSHA safety, first aid, and CPR. He concurrently serves as the director of organizing for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades DC 35 in Boston. "It's a privilege to represent the Worcester-Fitchburg Building Trades Council as president," Rivera said. "I’m proud to come together with my sisters and brothers to fight for a better way of life for working people. Together, we can continue to advocate on key issues like wage theft, stand up for community standards, and create partnerships for a brighter future across our region."