Union Matters

Welcome! The union represents all employees in collective bargaining with management. We negotiate better wages, benefits, and working conditions on your behalf. Every employee is automatically part of the bargaining unit.

You have the right to due process — meaning the company can not discipline or fire you without just cause and proper documentation. You can also request a union representative to be present during any disciplinary meeting.

Yes, dues are 1.5% of your salary, deducted automatically from your paycheck. And absolutely — all members are welcome at our monthly meetings. It is a great way to have your voice heard and stay informed about what we are working on.

I am sorry to hear that. If the contract was violated, we will definitely take action. First, can you show me your pay stubs and the hours you worked? I need to compare them against the contract terms.

You are right — this looks like a clear contract violation. I will file a formal grievance on your behalf. The process starts with a meeting between us, management, and HR to try to resolve it informally first.

If management does not agree to pay what you are owed, we escalate to arbitration — that is a hearing with a neutral third-party arbitrator whose decision is binding. But in my experience, most overtime disputes get resolved before that stage.