Originally Posted by
pinseeker
What about the new SLG? The union just came out and stated that it is screwed up. They blame the company, I blame poor negotiations and contract language that the MEC sold. I'm not interested in any of their "fixes" until they show that they can deliver what they sell.
Exactly. I don’t blame the company for exploiting our contract. We’re a cost center, and as long as we dutifully move the freight, they’ll keep doing it. I was in the AOC a few weeks ago and looked at a poster that was recognizing people for doing great work. One guy saved millions off our backs increasing crew efficiency.
Our job is to negotiate a strong worded contract. We fail over and over again. Excuse me if I don’t trust them to negotiate an iron clad retirement plan. A very, very complex plan at that.
Still waiting for block reps to get back with me, I think it’s 3 weeks now.