The Union Contract
Teamsters are covered by a union contract with the employer. Contracts cover such rights and benefits as...
- Wages and raises
- Health coverage
- Job security
- Promotions
- Paid time off for vacations and holidays
- Retirement benefits
- Rules about how you must be treated on the job
Your contract is negotiated with management by your co-workers and Teamster leaders. Every member has a voice in what should be in the contract and every member has the right to vote on the final agreement.
To win a good contract, workers have to show management that they are united in support of their negotiating team. Sometimes workers have to get support from other unions, community groups, public officials, consumers, or other organizations to convince management to reach a reasonable agreement.
Your rights and benefits in the contract are guaranteed. Management cannot legally change them without negotiations with your union.
