What are the benefits of being in the union?
Once the United Steelworkers of America Local 1-207 becomes your certified union, we can then work together to reach our first collective agreement (or contract). The collective bargaining process will give you direct input into your workplace. A collective agreement is a written, legally binding contract between an employer and their employees. The rights of the workers, their union and management are all written into the collective agreement. This agreement also establishes a process for settling disputes and grievances. Here are some examples of what can be negotiated into a collective agreement with their employer: • Hours of work • Seniority and job security • Job classifications • Job postings • Wages and shift premiums • Overtime conditions and rates • Basic benefits (medical, dental, wage indemnity, vision care, pharmacare, etc.) • Health and safety provisions • Holidays and vacation time • Leaves of absence • Pensions • Apprenticeships Perhaps the single biggest benefit you ge
