Salty Dog,
Great inputs!
Unfortunately, at least for me, multiple attempts of getting our Union Mil Rep to help has fallen on deaf ears. I really wish he would help, as past experiences with him were great with great info/guidance. I have received input from the DOL, who asked me to try and resolve the issues with the Company directly. Not surprising, the Company so far hasn't been to willing to resolve, unless it is to their favor. I hope that changes.
I am no lawyer, but there is both CBA language and precedence for these subjects to the benefit of the returning military member. Raptor may have more legal foundation on the topics in the previous posts. I took Raptor's recommendation and forwarding my direct questions to Capt Wright.