Originally Posted by
Mason32
...JetBlue. A non union carrier, that seeks to only hire the best employee they can find... and has just proven through dramatic and industry leading raises that unions do very little for pilots that do their job.
JB pilots, and those at other airlines benefit from working at one of the few non-union employers in an unionized industry. Without the presence of unions at the other carriers, everyone would be paying less and providing less time off.
If JB has established a culture where they treat employees with respect and integrity, fantastic. SWA did the same thing and over time became a heavily unionized carrier. SWA has been able to forge partnerships with its unions and maintain its positive culture. Does the latest contract rejection signal a shift? Will JB remain forever non-union? Time will tell.
Now, if you find yourself a screw-up, being late all the time, calling in sick all the time, breaking company rules, filing more than your share of ASAP's to CYA... then you would benefit greatly from a union.
If you find yourself a hard-working professional with a concern for safety and customer service whom your supervisor does not like due to eye color, height, educational level, religion, etc; If your supervisor constantly violates the "guidelines" in the employee handbook; You will wish for a union to advocate for you and to check the unlimited power of your company and its officials.