- New three-year agreement expires Nov. 30, 2026.
- Wages:
6% increase effective Dec. 1, 2023.
3% increase effective Dec. 1, 2024.
3% increase effective Dec. 1, 2025.
*New starting wages for Laborers, Operator 1 and Operator 2 positions are as follows:
Laborer = Increased from $18 per hour to $21.50 per hour.
Operator 1 = Increased from varying wages based on experience to $22.80 per hour.
Operator 2 = Increased from varying wages based on experience to $23.80 per hour.
- Fringe Benefits: Employees now receive a stipend of $25 per month toward the cost of using their personal cell phones for work.
- Manning & Safety: The Boot Allowance increased from $250 to $300 annually.
- Bargaining Team: Local Union Steward Scott Riddle and Alternate Steward Dale Hulburt with GELC Labor Representative Christopher Watts.