Frequently Asked Questions - Employers

I do not agree with the rates that appear on the settlement sheet, what should I do?

If you do not agree with the rates that appear on your form, please call the Fund Office first. Changing the rates could cause a delay in processing and may result in you receiving an invoice for underpayment of benefits.

How do I overnight reports and payments?

Send your package to the following address. Write "Lockbox #879" on your check, in case the check becomes separated from the correspondence.

PNCBANK
FirstSide Center
500 First Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Attn: Lockbox #879

Can I pay settlement forms with ACH instead of a check?

Yes, please email Mike for the lockbox's ABA and Account Number.

Can I obtain copies of the form in an electronic file, such as Excel or PDF?

Yes, following this link for downloadable forms and requirements to use those files.

I am unable to pay the benefits for a reporting period. Should I still send in my reports without payment?

Yes, an employer must submit reports when they are due, regardless of ability to pay the reports.

Can I pay fringes on certain workers, then pay the others at a later point?

No, an employer must report on all workers employed.

I am an employer working in the jurisdiction of GPA Carpenters. Carpenters from a foreign local are working for me. How do I pay their benefits?

Benefits are paid according to the jurisdiction the carpenter works in. Therefore if a worker from a foreign local works in one of the GPA Carpenters justifications, the employer is required to pay the fringes applicable to the GPA Carpenters contract. If the carpenter's home jurisdiction is signed to the International Reciprocity Agreement for Pension, Welfare (Medical) and/or Savings (Annuity) , those funds will be reciprocated to their home fund.

I will not have enough money in my checking account until a certain date. Can I post date the check?

No. The lockbox does not look at the date when processing checks. Therefore, the date the lockbox receives your payment will be the date it will be processed. It would be in your best interest to not mail the payment until the date in which funds are available in your account.