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Assembler Req. 859 job posting is live and accepting applications again.
Hourly Rate:
$37.84 per hour
You can view the posting here: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gillig/jobs/6620992
Apply at WeDriveU.com
Pay Ranges:
CDL Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement
$34.89 -$36.22, Current
$36.03 – $37.40, Effective July 1, 2025
CDL Passenger Endorsement without Air Brake Endorsement
$30.91, Current
$31.92, Effective July 1, 2025
Class C
$28.26, Current
$29.17, Effective July 1, 2025
Teamsters Managed healthcare – Kaiser
401K, A $4.00 contribution per hours up to 2080 hrs., and a 4% Match
12 Paid Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday
Apply at Hallcon.com
Pay Ranges:
CDL Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement
$34.89 -$36.22, Current
$36.03 – $37.40, Effective July 1, 2025
CDL Passenger Endorsement without Air Brake Endorsement
$30.91, Current
$31.92, Effective July 1, 2025
Class C
$28.26, Current
$29.17 Effective July 1, 2025
Teamsters Managed healthcare – Kaiser
401K, A $4.00 contribution per hours up to 2080 hrs., and a 4% Match
12 Paid Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday
Apply at transdevna.com
Scott Hollis HR Manager, 530-276-6593
Pay Ranges:
Starting Pay Rate: $26.15, Current. Effective July 1, 2025, $26.70
Company Benefits at low cost
Paid Holidays
401K Matching
Apply at transdevna.com
Antoinette Harris, Operations Manager, 510-379-6196
Pay Ranges:
Starting Pay Rate:
$26.00, Current. Effective July 1, 2025, $26.65
Teamsters Managed Healthcare - Kaiser
Paid Holidays
401K Matching
Apply at ridezum.com
Leslie Jordon, Operations Manager, 510-355-2076
Starting Pay Rate:
$31.05 currently, effective August 1, 2025, $32.80
Drivers can be experience rates with a tenure of School Bus Certification. With a School Bus Certificate for the last five years, the starting pay rate is $40.37 currently. Effective August 1, 2025 $42.12.
Non-commercial (Class C) starting rate $26.52 currently, effective August 1, 2025 $26.67.
Paid Training
Five hours Guarantee
401k Matching
Apply at Storerbus.com
Christina Mestayer, General Manager, 510-931-1089
Starting Pay Rate:
$30.21 currently, effective July 1, 2025 $30.81
Drivers can be experience rates with a tenure of School Bus Certification. With a School Bus Certificate for the last five years, the starting pay rate is $39.54 currently. Effective July 1, 2025 $40.33.
Non-commercial (Class C) starting rate $26.00 currently, effective July 1 2025 $26.52.
Paid Training
Five and half hour Guarantee
401k Matching
Paid Holidays
Apply at Firststudentinc.com
Bertha Chavez, Location Manager, 408-421-5847
Starting Pay Rate:
$32.36 currently, effective September 1, 2025 $33.49
Drivers can be experience rates with a tenure of School Bus Certification. With a School Bus Certificate for the last five years, the starting pay rate is $38.00 currently. Effective September 1, 2025 $39.33
Air Brake Premium $2.00 per hour
Paid Training
Six hour Guarantee
401k Matching
Paid Holidays
From: Escamilla, Angelica Angelica.Escamilla@compass-usa.com
Sent: Monday, June 2, 2025 4:00 PM
To: Ross, Kathleen kathleen.ross@compass-usa.com; Lyle Funderburk lfunderburk@Teamsters853.org
Subject: Re: [Ext] [External] Job Openings
Hi guys,
Here are the links to open positions within our branch:
Mechanic (i.e. technician)
https://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job-invite/1421473/
Order Builder (San Leandro)
https://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job-invite/1416789/
Order Builder (Fremont)
https://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job-invite/1421813/
www.canteen.com
Angelica Escamilla | Office Manager
m. 510-391-0193 | angelica.escamilla@compass-usa.com
Bay Area Vending and Markets | Compass Group NA
On April 24, employees of TransDev/Ride Plus in Redwood City voted to join Teamsters Local 853 and pre-ratified a contract that includes the same “No Strike – No Lockout” provisions found in agreements with TransDev workers nationwide. This language is standard across the country and appears in contracts covering thousands of TransDev employees. It serves a critical role in protecting workers’ rights, ensuring they retain the power to take action when all other efforts for fair treatment have failed. The “No Strike – No Lockout” clause is a cornerstone of union rights and must never be surrendered under any contract.
But this is what TransDev is trying to do with our new Sisters and Brothers in Redwood City. They have stalled negotiations on this specific point. Taking away this fundamental right for workers to stand together, for each other.
So we are asking for your support of these workers by building an awareness campaign. Know that, like so many first contracts before, these workers at TransDev Redwood City are standing together and demanding the language they deserve in their contract.
Please stay tuned, more to come on their struggle.
Transdev is holding back the pre-ratified contract because of language that has been accepted across the country. They want you to give up your right to No Strike and No Lockout language in your contract.
No Strike and No Lockout language is one of the fundamental tools Teamsters use when all other options to get the company to treat you fairly have been exhausted. It is a lynchpin that holds basic Union rights together.
As the bargaining representatives for Ride Plus members, we will continue to press for this crucial language in your contract with the company, and nationally, all eyes are on your group. Please be aware of your rights as explained in the following attachments, and stand strong against this attempt to gut your rights.
Stay tuned for further communications.
Stay tuned for further communications.
Contact me at any time if you want to discuss further at:
Cell: 415-425-3439
Email: tkelley@teamsters853.org
Tracy Kelley
Business Representative and Organizer
Teamsters Local 853
Transdev Member Rights Document and Contract Update Read More »
The Teamsters Women’s Conference is an annual event organized by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) to empower, educate, and unite women across the union. It serves as a platform for Teamster women to connect, share experiences, and develop leadership skills that strengthen their roles within the labor movement.
The conference aims to:
Teamsters Local 853 is doing something different as they choose which women members will represent Teamsters Local 853 in Toronto this year.
We will be offering a digital raffle-style drawing because we have many deserving members who want to attend every year, so we decided this was the fairest way to make this event accessible to all members who qualify.
Applicants are to fill out the form below. Our trustees will hold a drawing video to announce the winners, which will be sent to all of the applicants.
** Participation is only available to members who have NEVER attended a Teamsters Women's Conference in the past.
** Applicants MUST have a valid passport.
** Canada is very strict regarding criminal records. Even if you have a misdemeanor on your record, you will be denied.
** Please note, Teamsters Local 853 will not fund any extra days beyond the conference. Should you choose to stay, all costs must be incurred by the member.
The Teamsters 2025 Women’s Conference is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, through Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in Toronto, Canada, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel.
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Travel Day, Registration, and Exhibits
Monday, August 25, 2025
Registration, Exhibits, afternoon opening, General Session, and evening Welcome Reception
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Registration, Exhibits, and Workshops
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Registration, Workshops, and Closing General Session
Raffle to attend the 2025 Teamsters Women’s Conference in Toronto Read More »
Big congratulations to the drivers at Transdev – Ride Plus Microtransit for SamTrans. Last week, they unanimously voted on their first contract after winning their organizing campaign. They received significant pay increases, 401 (k) matching, and improved healthcare. And of course, the most important part, the structure of a union contract, which will protect them on the job both for physical safety and against any unfair labor practices.
On behalf of the entire Teamster 853 organization, we would like to welcome these members to our family.
Drivers at Transdev – Ride Plus Microtransit unanimously ratify first contract!!! Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why is this happening:
ABM has been awarded the new contract to provide service to Applied Materials. They have already had a meet-and-greet at Applied Materials campus with many of you. This change is not a reflection of the quality of service, this is about cost. This is not a reflection on you as the providers of the service.
The language of the contract allows you to follow your work under circumstances like this. It protects your seniority when the client changes the provider of the service. These changes are no fault of your own. You have no control of the situation. You would need to start over every time and hope that they hire you. You do not need to start over every time this happens.
When is our last day of Service:
WeDriveU notified all Applied Materials Drivers their last day of providing service at Applied Materials will be April 30. WeDriveu will lay off all drivers who do not remain with the company.
ABM begins service on May 1, 2025.
Drivers Remaining at WeDriveU:
Those drivers that remain at WeDriveU are selected by Yard Seniority, starting with the most senior driver. There are approximately 5-6 positions available at WeDriveU.
Following Work to ABM:
Therefore, those that are not in the seniority group to stay at WeDriveU will need to follow work to ABM to remain employed and to preserve your seniority on account. In addition, preserve your recall rights to return to WeDriveU based on your Yard Seniority.
ABM will coordinate the onboarding process. You will need to apply with ABM to maintain your seniority on the account.
If you decline to follow your work, your seniority will be broken. You no longer have recall rights to return to WeDriveU. You must follow work to retain recall.
What are my Wages and Benefits:
You will continue to be covered under the same terms as the Master Shuttle Agreement. Your wages, benefits, vacation accrual, 401k contributions and sick time will be the same.
Teamster Local 665:
ABM employees are represented by Teamsters Local 665 in many locations. The Local has a long history of representing workers at this company. You will need to complete a Membership Application for Local 665. Florencio “Flo” Sinogui is the Business Agent for the driver of Applied Materials. He can be reached at 415-825-0694. Flo is available to answer questions related to the transition.
WORK CHANGE: WeDriveU-Applied Materials to ABM Read More »
Sisters and Brothers,
It has been a little over two years since you elected our administration, and we are happy to report to you that the state of our Union is Strong.
“because of you” [Steve, this might be a good place to write your personal message, etc etc]
So, let’s get to it and give you an update by the numbers:
Contracts: Teamsters Local 853 has secured more record contracts in the past two years than at almost any other time in our recent history. This success stems from a strong unity among our members and the guidance of our Business Agents, who identify legitimate opportunities and help members work toward these goals together. Unity means trusting one another, trusting the negotiating committee, and trusting the Local’s guidance to vote as a well-informed group. This formula has proven successful in nearly every contract over the past two years.
[Steve, I added Efren’s group even though they will not contribute to the Local’s bottom line – we still organized them]
Organizing: Recruiting new members is the lifeblood of any union, and the mantra “Grow or Die” rings true here. In the past two years, we’ve added more new members than in the previous 10 years combined, organizing roughly 500 new members. This is an outstanding achievement, one that marks our best performance in over a decade.
Staffing: Adding Business Agents and staff is always a balance between meeting member needs and managing finances. Teamsters Local 853’s finances have allowed us to expand in areas where we were lacking. In total, we’ve added four new full-time Business Agents, with only two retiring. This means we now have two additional Business Agents to address areas of need, while still maintaining a positive cash flow. After covering the costs of the new BAs, we continue to take in more money than we spend. This is how its done responsibly.
Finances: If you come to the member meetings, you will hear financial reports delivered to the members monthly. And what you will hear is that Teamsters Local 853’s cash flow is positive, meaning we are taking in more money and saving some of it for rainy day or unexpected future expenditures. Our financial house is in order. We are ready for our future.
[Steve, the weird economic and political shit is going to be happening that I suspect may impact Unions quite a bit over the next few years. I believe its important to acknowledge this with the members for two reasons. 1. Subtle way to get the members to connect their votes to their pocketbooks. 2. If shit hits the fan and lets say contracts get more challenging due to economic downturn, or organizing gets thwarted due to lack of NLRB support, we NEED an “I told you this might happen” and rightly blame the economy, not the EB for the problems. ]
Economic Future: Uncertainty in our economy often goes hand in hand with the strength and stability of our union. It would be irresponsible not to acknowledge that the current economic and political climate is concerning. We see the challenges ahead and are actively preparing for their potential impact. The good news is that we are ready. Our union has secured strong contracts in a wide range of political and economic environments before, and we are committed to doing so again. That said, it’s important to recognize how closely our success is tied to broader and local political conditions. This is why we dedicate so much effort to supporting candidates who stand with unions. Without lawmakers who champion policies that protect and uplift workers, the work we do would be far more difficult—if not impossible.
So, on behalf of the entire Executive Board, I want to once again tell you that the State of Teamsters Local 853 is strong, secure, and ready for our future.
But I will always say it, that what makes Teamsters Local 853 great is YOU our members, and the unity you bring. Good contracts, good growth, good finances, and good politics come from a membership that is well-informed, active, and most of all, unified.
If you want to get more connected to us, please sign up here for our email list and like and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages, where you will see updates daily on what we are doing at the local to maintain the above pillars of success.
In Union,
Steve Beck, Secretary-Treasurer and Principal Officer
Steven Lua, President
Ray Torres, Vice-President
Mike Henneberry, Recording Secretary
Trustee Joel Bellison
Trustee Andrew Nunes
Trustee Gloria Segura
State of our Union Two Years In Read More »
Deciding to go on Strike is akin to going to war and should never be taken lightly. Before reaching this point, workers must exhaust every possible option to resolve disputes. So when Teamsters 853 members were asked, “Have you explored every possible avenue to secure a fair contract?” and they answered “YES,” yet still faced an impasse, they had no choice but to take action.
This was the circumstance for 177 drivers at US Foods in Livermore who voted last year to join Teamsters Local 853, determined to lock down the security and future they deserve for the work they do.
Living in the Bay Area, one of the most expensive places in the world comes with unique circumstances for workers. Without contractual support for long-term economics like health care, wages, and pensions, workers are left with a choice to either move away or start working more overtime. Most of us would like to think that we could continue to live in the house we raised our children in well into retirement, but this was moving out of reach for these members in their current situation.
So when they went on Strike, Teamsters 853 leadership called to ask for support for these members, and JC7 locals from across the Bay Area met the moment. For eight(8) days, these members, along with support from so many JC7 locals, walked the line. Not a single day went by without seeing members show up from other locals. Because of so much public visibility and pressure on the company, at the beginning of week two(II), an agreement was reached and proposed to the members. The company had had enough, and the workers were satisfied and ready to get back to their jobs with a victory in hand.
The result? A groundbreaking contract featuring a 13% wage increase on top of already competitive pay, improved workplace safety, paid administrative leave, and significant reductions in health care costs. This agreement stands as one of the strongest in the food delivery industry—a testament to the power of unity and collective action.
“I was so proud and humbled to have stood with all of these members through this fight,” said Ray Torres, Teamsters Local 853 Vice President and Strike Captain. “Their determination and desire for something better is a welcome addition to our Teamster Family at 853.”
Teamsters Local 853 Principal Officer Steve Beck echoed this sentiment: “These new members showed remarkable strength in the face of adversity. Their perseverance has earned them a new family within Teamsters Local 853, and we celebrate this monumental victory with them!” He continued, “But this win wasn’t just theirs—it was made possible by the unwavering support of the entire Teamster community. I want to personally thank Strike Captain Ray Torres and all the 853 Business Agents who stood by our members day and night, as well as Peter Finn and the leadership of Joint Council 7, Teamsters Warehouse Division Director Tom Erickson, and all the NorCal Teamsters Locals who played a part in making this strike a success. Their commitment did not go unnoticed. Under the leadership of General President Sean O’Brien, Teamsters are standing up and achieving unprecedented victories—and we are determined to keep that momentum going!”
Last Thought on the difficulty of striking: A Strike is no easy thing. A member decides that their long-term financial security takes priority over their current day-to-day financial security. They must lean on each other and stay focused, determined, and resilient in the face of this uncertainty. And that takes real courage. These members made the call and stepped up and earned this win. Congratulations to all the US Foods Teamsters in Livermore.
On Friday, March 7, Local 853 Costco Teamsters and Costco Teamsters across the country ratified a new three-year contract. The agreement includes wage increases, a twenty-two percent pension increase, premium increases, improved vacation, and, critically, a provision to make it easier to organize non-union employees for enhanced power at the bargaining table.
The approval of the agreement comes after months of arduous negotiations that took place all over the country, as is appropriate for a national agreement. In addition, rallies were held coast to coast, including a practice picket at the Hayward Business Center that brought together members from across Northern California.
Local 853 Costco Teamsters stood up and fought like they always do and ended up with the best contract in retail. Congratulations to all the members who made this win possible.
Local 853 Costco Members Ratify Best Contract Yet Read More »