The Pacific Media Workers Guild and the unions and other organizations with which we are affiliated, including the Communications Workers of America, The NewsGuild and the AFL-CIO, stand for better working conditions, higher salaries, improved health benefits, progressive personnel policies and an affordable and dignified retirement.
WORKPLACE RIGHTS
As a union member, you have rights in the workplace that you would not otherwise have. Union representation protects you from employers’ arbitrary and capricious decisions and ensures due process. If you think your boss may want to impose discipline, be sure to exercise your Weingarten rights.
Your contract spells out a grievance procedure for when management treats you unfairly or violates the contract. If you believe you are being treated unfairly or that the employer is violating the contract or law, contact your steward or call the union office.
GUARANTEED BY CONTRACT
As a member of the Guild, you are entitled to a number of benefits provided by the Guild or negotiated in collective bargaining over the years. Some kick in automatically; others you must apply for. Benefits include: medical, vision and dental insurance, paid holidays, paid vacations, retirement benefits and a 401(k) plan.
See the contracts page in the Units & Contracts section to locate the agreement under which you are covered. Your union has negotiated many benefits which are spelled out in your current collective bargaining agreement.
For more information, contact your shop steward or unit officers.
UNION PLUS
As a union member, you are entitled to more benefits through Union Plus.