P.O. Box 159
Worth, IL 60482
Blarney Stone Pub
15400 S Cicero Ave Oak Forest, IL 60452
708-535-4800
Blarney Stone Pub
15400 S Cicero Ave Oak Forest, IL 60452
708-535-4800
Blarney Stone Pub
15400 S Cicero Ave Oak Forest, IL 60452
708-535-4800
New Contract Surveys -Deadline is Oct. 4 2024
The Local is preparing for the upcoming contract negotiation between TTX Company and 6011. The officers and zone committeemen have ideas, but we want to hear from each one of the locations around the country. As a shift/location please discuss all changes or additions you would like to see on the upcoming contract. List your top 5 ideas/changes and submit the survey back to RS Austin Lopez. Please have your surveys submitted by October 4, 2024. Below you will find the survey to download.
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Update to the Clothing allowance (Article 10, Section 5)
The Local and the BRC have come to an agreement with TTX to raise the clothing allowance by an additional $50 for "incidental use of personal cell phones". Please see the memorandum and new CBA language below.
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Larry Frederickson Donation
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Below is a GoFundMe link for Brother Larry Frederickson. Larry was involved in a serious accident while at work. Unfortunately Larry will not be able to return and this will put a serious strain on himself and his family. Please donate if you are able, and share with all of your fellow coworkers. Also, please keep Larry and his family in your prayers.
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Skills Matrix Wage Ladder
Below is a letter from Recording Secretary Austin Lopez concerning the Skills Matrix Wage Ladder that was discussed during the meetings about our new wage increases. Please post at your locations
Skills Matrix Wage Ladder Letter
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FRA Alcohol Limits For Random Drug Tests
Beginning June 1, 2022 the FRA has conducted random drug tests for all railroad employees. Along with a dug test they will also test your Blood Alcohol Concentration, (BAC) level to make sure you are not under the influence of alcohol. Your BAC level cannot be above .02 when you are tested. If you are tested and you have a level that is greater than .02 that violates TTX’s Drug and Alcohol Policy. The Department of Transportation handbook has different rules, but they leave the final ruling in the hands of the company. If you think you need help with substance abuse you must seek assistance before you are tested. See Addendum C Section 10 in the contract for more information, or contact your local Zone Committeeman. Below is the DOT handbook with the alcohol testing highlighted in orange. Also below is a letter with more detail that you are encouraged to read and post at your locations.
Letter To All Members -Please Post
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New Floating/Flexing Agreement
An agreement has been finalized during the 2020 contract negotiations which stipulates the rules that the company has to follow for floating a member to other locations. Below is the agreement.
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New FRA Drug and Alcohol Regulations-Random Drug Tests
Beginning March 4, 2022 the FRA has mandated that all railroads start issuing random drug tests for all their employees. The Railroads are required within 60 days to submit their testing plans to the FRA. Once their plan is approved by the FRA, then they will start their random testing. If you think you need help with substance abuse you must seek assistance before you are tested. See Addendum C Section 10 in the contract for more information. If you have any questions about this new rule, please contact your Zone Committeemen. Below is the new rule from FRA Administrator Amit Bose.
Journeyman Status
Any member that has obtained their journeyman card with blended time must reapply with the local for journeyman status after 732 days of performing carman work.
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Union Plus Programs For All Union Members
-Home Mortgage Help
-Flexible health plans for your dogs
and cats
-More Union Pus Programs for Union
Members
-And More
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TCU Retirement Seminars
The TCU is offering retirement seminars to all members about the benefits under the Railroad Retirement Board. Space is limited and you must register to save a seat. Information about the seminars is below. Please post at your locations.
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2024 Union Dues Rate Increase
Below is a letter from national president Arthur Maratea explaining the dues increase of $4.00 starting in January. Also our dues deduction is one month in advance., so dues taken out in December pay for January's dues, January's dues pay for February's and so on.
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To the members...
A letter has been issued to clarify the application of seniority for maintenance specialists. The link below it explains the two ways to establish a journeyman seniority date. Please post at your locations
Any members who are going on a leave of absence other than short term (six months or less) such as workman's compensation, Family and Medical Leave Act [FMLA], or any other leave of absence must pay $5.00 a month out of work dues. Any questions about this process please refer to the 'Members Resources' page. This is very important. If this is not done and you are delinquent on your dues for two months, you will be suspended and will have to pay a reinstatement fee of $400.00 and all back dues to be allowed back into the union.
BRC/TCU Grand Lodge
Darren Treiber
General Vice President
Carmen Division
(701) 390-483
Donald E. Grissom
General President
Carmen Division
grissomd@TCUnion.org
(757) 373-5344 (Cell)
TCU/IAM Brotherhood Railway Carmen Division Local Lodge 6011
Local6011_Officers@Local6011.com
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