Union Plus Programs for TCU Members
TCU fully supports the programs available for active and retired TCU members and their families. With the money savings programs available, in some situations, the benefits can offset paid union dues.
Recap: TCU members rally, Elected officials back workers
This week saw an extraordinary outcry from California’s congressional delegation demanding that Amtrak keep its Riverside call center open, and 500 TCU/IAM members employed. Combined, the three letters sent this week amount to 40 California members of the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the state’s two U.S. Senators – all with essentially the
TCU Members Rally in Riverside to Save Jobs, Stop Outsourcing
TCU/IAM National Vice President Jack Dinsdale leading a rally to protest to closure and outsourcing of 500 jobs at Amtrak’s Riverside, CA call center. (Photo by Watchara Phomicinda, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)
Yesterday, TCU/IAM members from Amtrak’s Riverside call center rallied to save their jobs.
Join Rep. Mark Takano & TCU NVP Ron Kloos on Facebook Live!
Join Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41) and TCU National Vice President Ron Kloos tomorrow for a Facebook Live discussion about Amtrak’s decision to close its Riverside, CA call center, put 500 TCU members out of a job, and send their work to a low-wage, no-benefit outsourcer. Who: Rep. Mark Takano & TCU NVP Ron Kloos
Wednesday December 12 – TCU Members at Amtrak Rally to Save Union Jobs
This Wednesday, December 12th at City Hall in Riverside California, TCU/IAM is hosting a rally to protest Amtrak’s decision to shut down its call center in that community a move that will cost 500 union jobs coming right after the holiday season. Please see the flyer for information and come stand with our brothers and
Riverside Call Center Employees Have Contributed to Amtrak’s Success for Decades – We Deserve Better
Written By TCU Member and 12 year Amtrak Employee at the Riverside Call Center, Sean McGrath. Published in the Press Enterprise – Click Here to visit the website. When I suffered a spinal cord injury in 1994, I was told by medical professionals that I would never work again. I collected Social Security and other
TCU Response to Amtrak Management’s FAQ on Riverside Facility Closure and Negotiations
TCU representatives and call center employees were blindsided by Amtrak’s initial announcement on November 14th. For months, Amtrak held discussions with TCU reps where we asked them directly if they were going to close either Riverside or Philadelphia facilities. Amtrak management repeatedly stated that neither facility would be closing. This left TCU representatives scrambling to
President Trump Nominates Johnathan Bragg and Thomas Jayne to the Railroad Retirement Board
President Donald J. Trump today announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key positions in his Administration: Johnathan Bragg of Virginia, to be a Member of the Railroad Retirement Board as Employee Representative, for the remainder of a five-year term expiring August 28, 2019, and an additional five-year term expiring August 28, 2024.
TCU Members Working at the Amtrak Call Center in Riverside CA are Worried and Angry Over Shutdown
About 500 TCU members working at Amtrak’s call center in Riverside are shaken in the wake of the company’s decision to close the facility. In a recent union meeting a large group of workers expressed concern and uncertainty over the hard choices they are forced to make because of the closing of the call center,
Bloomberg Law – GM Decision to Close Plants is ‘Slap in the Face,’ UAW Says
The union representing workers at General Motors Co.’s U.S. facilities will stand in the way of the company’s decision to stop production at some plants in any way it can, according to a Nov. 26 statement from the union. GM announced Nov. 26 that it would be cutting 10,000 jobs and targeting five factories for
Open Enrollment for UnitedHealthcare GA-23111
UnitedHealthcare has announced the open enrollment under Group Policy GA-23111. The open enrollment period is being held during the months of November and December, 2018 for coverage starting January 1, 2019. Enrollment is open to all eligible railroad retirees or those former railroad employees and/or their dependents who meet one of the following criteria: Were