Oro Loma Sanitary District operates a regional wastewater collection and treatment system—moving sewage from homes and businesses through hundreds of miles of sewer lines to its treatment plant, where the wastewater is processed and tested so the water can be safely discharged in compliance with regulations that protect the San Francisco Bay.
Seven members of this vital company decided to form a Union without the support of an already established union to bargain with the company from a position of strength. It was a courageous and bold move. After organizing and forming their Union group on their own, they ran into the complexities of negotiating a contract without the resources and experience of a seasoned union.
Enter Teamsters Local 853
These workers contacted Teamsters Local 853 to convert their self-managed bargaining unit to a Teamsters Local 853 bargaining unit. It was fairly straightforward; they signed intention cards and then arranged to vote to transfer representation to the Teamsters. The vote was 100% unanimous.
Please join us in welcoming this group to Teamsters Local 853. Having members with such drive and initiative is a very welcome addition to our Teamster family.
