In 1994, part-time workers became part of the bargaining unit but were not allowed any contractual rights or benefits. Local 132 has proposed bringing benefits and job protections to part-time workers through these Contract negotiations. We have had part-time workers become Shop Stewards at Local 132. Please contact the Union Office if interested. Our Contract requires that overtime be offered first to full time workers and then extended day will be offered to part-time workers.
State law requires employers to allow all workers a lunch break after five continuous hours of work.
Part-time worker seniority currently can only be used when bidding for full time jobs. Part-time workers are at the will of management until we can make changes to our Contract. Part-time workers' seniority is determined by hours worked since hire date. Part-time workers who wish to become full time should submit job bid cards for available jobs. Part-time seniority will determine how workers fall on the bid list.