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The Hill
04-07-2025
- Business
- The Hill
UPS offering buyouts to delivery drivers
The United Parcel Service (UPS) said on Thursday that it is offering buyouts to full-time U.S. delivery drivers as part of the company's 'largest network reconfiguration' ever. 'As we navigate an unprecedented business landscape, we are executing the largest network reconfiguration in UPS history,' the Atlanta-based company said in a statement. 'For the first time ever, in recognition of these unique circumstances, we are looking to offer our full-time U.S. drivers the opportunity to participate in a voluntary program that would provide an opportunity to receive a generous financial package if they choose to leave UPS,' the company added. The financial package that will be available to the drivers will be in addition to 'any earned retirement benefits, including pension and healthcare,' according to UPS. The company added that each driver 'would have the ability to decide if this voluntary program is beneficial to their family and the plans they have for their future.' The International Brotherhood of Teamsters President Sean M. O'Brien said UPS's buyout plan is 'an illegal violation' of the contract the union struck with the company that undercuts its agreement to create 22,500 more jobs. 'UPS is trying to weasel its way out of creating good union jobs here in America by dangling insulting buyouts in front of Teamsters drivers,' O'Brien said in a statement on Thursday. UPS said on Thursday that it had approached the union regarding the buyouts and that the company remains 'committed to the agreements we reached in 2023, as part of our contract negotiations.' UPS said in late April that it would cut around 20,000 jobs this year as part of a plan to lower costs and improve efficiency. In August 2023, UPS offered buyouts to pilots as demand dropped.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TEAMSTERS REQUEST UPS DATA ON HEAT PROTECTIONS, OVERTIME VIOLATIONS, STAFFING
Halfway into Historic Contract, UPS Remains Far Behind Fulfilling Key Provisions WASHINGTON, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters on Tuesday issued a formal request for information to UPS on its current delivery of air-conditioned vehicles to drivers, outstanding grievances on overtime violations by the company, and the status of full-time job offers to tens of thousands of part-time workers. Nearly 340,000 Teamsters ratified an historic five-year agreement with UPS in August 2023, guaranteeing the delivery of at least 28,000 package cars and vans with air conditioning and the fulfillment of 22,500 permanent full-time jobs — key contract provisions that UPS may already be failing to live up to. "We are halfway into our union's national contract and the Teamsters are gravely concerned that UPS is not living up to its end of the deal," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "In so many ways — from the painfully slow delivery of air-conditioned vehicles to overworking our rank-and-file and failing to provide up-to-date information on new job opportunities — UPS has a lot of catching up to do to honor this agreement. The weather is getting worse, but still our members show up every single day to ensure this company remains the best in the business. The Teamsters' patience with UPS mismanagement is wearing thin." The Teamsters have given UPS until July 1 to respond to its information request. The union is demanding the current number of full-time job opportunities offered to part-time workers to-date, under Article 22 of the UPS Teamsters National Master Agreement. The company is also obligated to create 7,500 more full-time jobs during the last three years of the contract. The union is also asking for more details on all open and settled grievances related to overtime abuses under Article 37. The provision, known as the 9.5 list, protects workers who the company forces to work overtime and awards additional compensation to Teamsters who suffer repeated violations by UPS. Under Article 18 of the current contract, UPS must deliver new or replacement vehicles equipped with air conditioning to drivers nationwide, prioritizing Teamsters working in the company's Zone 1 delivery area. With oppressive summer heat already affecting major parts of the country, exceeding 100 degrees as far north as New York, Zone 1 workers in the hottest southern states like Texas, Arizona, and Nevada are still waiting for UPS to honor its legal and contractual obligations on heat protections. In its information request, the union is asking for all available data on the status of air conditioning and UPS's plans for the final rollout of the upgraded fleet. The Teamsters Package Division estimates that UPS has so far delivered only 10 percent of required air-conditioned vehicles, making the company's response to the request for information all the more urgent. "How does UPS expect to actually deliver 20,000 or more air-conditioned package cars and vans over the next two years, when the delivery giant is already so far behind? We want answers," O'Brien said. "The summer heat beating down on our members is no joke. UPS is playing a dangerous game with the lives of thousands of essential American workers." Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Contact:Kara Deniz, (202) 497-6610kdeniz@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE International Brotherhood of Teamsters
The Star
25-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Teamsters president urges Congress to scrap AI state law ban
(Reuters) -The president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters urged Congress on Wednesday to scrap a proposal that would effectively bar states from regulating artificial intelligence for 10 years, calling it "a disaster for communities and working people." Teamsters president Sean O'Brien, who spoke at the Republican National Convention last year, said in a letter posted on social media site X that the measure "denies citizens the ability to make choices at the local or state level." "Pure and simple, it is a give-away to Big Tech companies who reap economic valueby continuing to operate in an unregulated void where their decisions and behavior are accountable to no one," he said. The letter from the head of the powerful union that represents more than 1.3 million workers, many of them in blue-collar jobs such as trucking, is the latest instance of bipartisan pushback against the measure in the lead-up to crucial votes by the U.S. Senate this week. Republican Sen. Ted Cruz authored the version of the measure included in President Donald Trump's sweeping tax-cut and spending bill. Proponents say the measure is necessary to allow small AI companies to experiment and lift the burden of complying with laws that differ from state to state. (Reporting by Jody Godoy; Editing by Jan Harvey)
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TEAMSTERS RATIFY SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MASTER BAKERY AGREEMENT
Bimbo Workers Secure Record Wages, Benefits Through Credible Strike Threat LOS ANGELES, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters have ratified the Southern California Master Bakery Agreement, a collective bargaining agreement covering over 1,000 members who work as merchandisers, route sales representatives and transporters at Bimbo Bakeries. "Our committee was focused, diligent, and united throughout the entire process," said Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference. "This agreement raises standards for every worker in the industry. It embodies what Teamsters do best — we mobilize, we fight, and we take on employers to win the contracts we deserve." The five-year agreement includes wage increases to both base pay and commission, larger pension benefits, and lower health care costs. Workers were only 48 hours away from going on strike when the employer returned with an improved offer. "The threat of a strike was effective, and we ended up winning an amazing contract," said Jaiver Franco, a steward with Teamsters Local 166. "As Teamsters, we look out for one another and fight for the best pay and benefits." This contract is the third major victory for the Teamsters at Bimbo Bakeries. Last year, the Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference secured similar victories in Washington State and Northern California. Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents over 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Contact:Matt McQuaid, (771) 241-0015 mmcquaid@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE International Brotherhood of Teamsters Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
DFA TEAMSTERS VOTE TO AUTHORIZE STRIKES
Work Stoppages Expected to Cause Major Disruptions to Dairy Supply Chain WASHINGTON, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 1,000 Teamsters have voted to authorize strikes at Dairy Farmers of America (DFA). The workers — members of Teamsters Locals 63, 120, 166, 186, 222, 455, 492, 495, 630, 683, and 952 — are employed at dairy processing and distribution centers in California, Colorado, Minnesota, New Mexico, and Utah. "Our demands are clear and simple: protect our work, respect our time, and pay us what we've earned," said Lou Villalvazo, Chairman of the DFA National Bargaining Committee. "DFA can still avoid a strike, but time is running out. Our members are ready to walk." The strike authorization comes as contract negotiations stall over issues including job security, time off, wages, benefits, and workplace safety. A strike at even one or two DFA locations could create major supply chain problems. "We know how much money DFA makes, and we know what we deserve," said Peter Rosales, a Local 630 shop steward at Alta Dena Dairy in the City of Industry, Calif. "This company is only successful because of us, and we take pride in our work. All we're asking for is our fair share." In addition to the company's refusal to bargain a good contract, DFA has been engaging in unfair labor practices (ULPs). By overwhelmingly authorizing a strike at their respective facilities, Teamsters are sending a message to DFA that they are prepared to protest ULPs. Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Contact:Matt McQuaid, (771) 241-0015mmcquaid@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE International Brotherhood of Teamsters Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
