Solidarity pays off for MV members with new 5-year contract
October 11, 2024
Teamsters employed at MV Transportation in San Mateo County have ratified a new 5-year collective bargaining agreement with increases and improvements in nearly every aspect of the contract.
Top of the list are significant annual wage increases that will see paychecks increase by 13% percent each year. The offer rewards veteran drivers and addresses attrition issues in the transportation industry.
“We looked to bring wages that recognize the high cost of living in the Bay Area. We believe that goal has been achieved”, said Local 665 business representative Tom Woods, who led the negotiations.
The package also includes significant health coverage improvements that switch from a company plan to the Teamsters Managed Health Care Trust Fund (TMT).
The negotiating team also fought for a first-ever employer contribution to the Teamsters SIP 40(k) Plan, which will weigh in at $1.25 an hour under the newly ratified agreement.
“The members realize that retirement security is important, and it was a top priority to accomplish that new contribution”, said Principal Officer Tony Delorio. “This employer contribution will enhance these members’ retirement accounts significantly over the next five years”.
Vacation benefits were also improved with maximum accruals topping out at 4 weeks.
Safety and maintenance concerns were addressed with the adoption of new contractual language that will ensure members are not obligated to drive unsafe vehicles.
All in all, the 50 drivers came together and stuck together making sure that all their concerns were heard and addressed.
“It has been said before, but solidarity works”, said business representative Mark Malouf. “These members at MV Burlingame are a testament to that fact”
