Originally Posted by
SaltyDog
Using this as springboard because a bit misunderstood.
IPA Apprentice members are members. Classified as those who are probationary crew members. Protected by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. Don't pay dues (can't vote), but can work on a Committee...
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...Bottom Line, Like other member classifications of the IPA, they are technically IPA members.
Good point Salty.
My argument was that IPA didn't have a whole lot of leverage with the company when it comes to 1st year pay rates. However, you're absolutely correct on them being members!