Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 157 is led by Business Manager, Donnie Ritter.

The Business Manager shall perform the duties as specified in the United Association Constitution.  He shall, by virtue of his office, be Chief Business Agent.  He shall be empowered to employ such office clerical, legal or other help as is absolutely necessary to assist all Officers in performing their duties to the Local Union.

In conjunction with the Financial Secretary-Treasurer he shall be empowered to purchase necessary office supplies and equipment, and to set wage rates, expenses and/or compensation for office clerical, legal or other help employed by the Local Union.  All action and expenditures, hereunder, shall be submitted to the membership.