- (SAN FRANCISCO) – Hundreds of United Airlines aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) represented by the Teamsters Union rallied outside San Francisco International Airport (SFO) today as part of their fight for a contract that reflects their contributions to the company’s record-breaking profits. “United Airlines raked in over $4 billion in profits last year, but instead of […]
- (WASHINGTON) – Following the bipartisan confirmation vote of former Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer to serve as U.S. Secretary of Labor, Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien issued the following statement: “Lori Chavez-DeRemer will do an excellent job leading the U.S. Department of Labor. We are committed to fighting alongside her to protect the working class and […]
- (WASHINGTON) – Hundreds of Teamsters at United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) held practice pickets today in Florida, Georgia, and Illinois, demanding fair first contracts that recognize their crucial role in the company’s success. “UNFI Teamsters have waited long enough for the contracts they deserve,” said Tom Erickson, Director of the Teamsters Warehouse Division. “This company […]
- (JOLIET, Ill.) – After being forced to strike for nearly three months, a group of more than 50 drivers and helpers at Mahoney Environmental represented by Teamsters Local 710 has ratified a strong Teamsters contract. Mahoney Environmental provides solid waste services throughout the Chicagoland area. In their new three-year contract, workers have earned big raises, […]
- (SPARTA, Wis.) – Teamsters dairy workers at Foremost Farms USA have overwhelmingly ratified a strong four-year agreement. The new contract will provide Teamsters Local 120 members with higher wages, increased pension contributions, and improved health care. “This company has generated a lot of revenue because of our hard work,” said Brad Lusk, a Local 120 […]
- (WASHINGTON) – The Teamsters Union commends Sens. Josh Hawley (R-MO) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) for introducing the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which would require employers to collectively bargain with newly organized workers within 10 days of voting to form their union. The legislation is co-sponsored by Sens. Gary Peters (D-MI), Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), and Jeff […]
- The Teamsters proudly celebrate Women’s History Month and the achievements and contributions of women in our union, the American labor movement, and our country. This month and throughout the year we honor the women who make the Teamsters the strongest union in North America. For more than 120 years, the Teamsters have led the charge […]
- (MINNEAPOLIS) – Flight attendants for Sun Country Airlines represented by Teamsters Local 120 have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract with the ultra-low-cost carrier. The five-year agreement, which immediately raises wages and improves benefits, followed a credible strike threat by more than 700 flight attendants. “Sun Country Teamsters fought hard to secure a deal that improves […]
- (FREETOWN, Mass.) – After a credible strike threat, Teamsters Local 25 has reached a tentative six-year agreement covering more than 900 workers at Stop & Shop’s Freetown distribution center. The agreement guarantees the facility remains open, secures the largest wage increases in the workers’ history, and strengthens benefits. “Stop & Shop tried to strong-arm our […]
- (CINCINNATI, Ohio) – Teamsters Local 1199 has filed unfair labor practice (ULP) charges against Boston Beer Company — the parent company of Samuel Adams, Truly Hard Seltzer, Angry Orchard, and Twisted Tea — for refusing to bargain in good faith. “Boston Beer Company is dragging its feet, and Teamsters won’t tolerate it,” said Randy Verst, President of […]