Local welcomes new waste industry members; RTS Teamsters unanimously ratify new contract
July 4, 2025
Teamsters Local 439, led by Secretary-Treasurer Sal Lomeli and President Rick Buzo has achieved a significant victory by successfully organizing Clean Harbors Environmental Services, a key player in the waste industry. This development marks a pivotal moment for workers’ rights and collective bargaining power and demonstrates the growing strength of labor organizations in sectors traditionally challenging to organize, potentially reshaping the landscape of labor relations in the waste management sector and inspiring efforts across other industries.
Railway Terminal Service Teamsters ratify new agreement unanimously.
RTS members achieve strong new contract
Teamsters Local 439 has once again proven their negotiation prowess, securing a contract with Rail Terminal Services (RTS) members that received an astounding 100% ratification.
This remarkable achievement showcases the union’s unwavering commitment to its members’ interests. Secretary-Treasurer Sal Lomeli emphasized the organization’s dedication, stating, “We continue to come through for our 439 members and will always fight the good fight.”
President Rick Buzo expressed his pride in the union’s strength and unity, acknowledging the rarity of unanimous ratification votes. He remarked on the difficulty of achieving such consensus, yet highlighted the union’s ability to stay strong and accomplish this feat.
