International Brotherhood of Teamsters Rail Conference
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen
Elko Division 794
IBT - BLET New Member FAQ
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Can
the BLET represent me? Yes! As a BLET Trainman you will be given professional
representation by a BLET Trainman Representative should you be charged with a
rules violation and need representation at a discipline hearing. Also as a BLET Trainman you will be given several
options should it be necessary to advance your time claim and discipline
appeals to the General Committee level.
BLET Division resources will be fully utilized to defend your personal
safety and economic well being. Remember
brothers and sisters choosing the BLET says that you are committed to being
part of a movement within the rail industry which will ultimately Unite & Empower All of Rail Labor and stop the race to the
bottom. A powerful democratic union
process is only made possible through the involvement and utilization of the
unions membership; the IBT-BLET makes that possible
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As a
newly hired trainman why should I belong to the BLET? As
a BLET Trainman you will be educated, informed and well-prepared for the many
challenges which await you as newly hired operating craft employee. There is an emerging trend nationwide where
trainman are joining the BLET and one of the main reasons that consistently is given
for choosing the BLET is that the memberships voice and involvement is
encouraged and expected. The BLET truly
believes that the union member is its most valuable asset. Being part of the new IBT Rail Division,
which is 1.4 million members strong, ensures your voice will now be heard
You
have much to gain by joining the BLET; invest in your future now!
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How
much do I pay for BLET union Dues & what do i get for belonging? As
a newly hired trainman we realize every dollar is important to you and your
family. The dollar amount you will pay
monthly for union dues and what you get for paying that amount has been a frequently
asked question; for that reason we are providing you with a BLET Dues Assessment
chart. We also would like to take this
opportunity to briefly educate you with an historical perspective regarding
this issue; labor unions historically have assessed their members the equivalence
of one days pay for their monthly dues. Most
of the meaningful worker benefits and protections in this country would not
exist were it not for the efforts and struggle of organized labor. The IBT mandates a well organized membership driven
union process; one which will ultimately make rail labor strong. The IBT lives by the doctrine; Organize or Die!.
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Remember,
it doesn't cost, IT PAYS, to be a Teamster! Newly hired and veteran trainmen contemplating the BLET have asked, Is
there a down side to joining the IBT-BLET?
We in the BLET understand that newly hired trainmen find the,
BLET
2004
Information
regarding Dues Assessment of Division 794
International
Engineers
.$27.00
Trainmen
...
. $12.00
International Convention Fund
.. $2.00
National Legislative Board
...................... $2.00
P.A.C. (Political Action Committee)
Optional
....$0.00
Division Dues
..
$25.00
General Committee of Adjustment
Engineers
..$33.00
Trainmen
.................... $24.00
TOTAL
Engineers
.
.
...$99.00
Trainmen
..,.$75.00
Job Insurance is available through the B.R.C.F. or L.E. & C.M.P.A. It can be deducted from you payroll, or paid directly to the Insurance Carrier. Any of the Division Officers below and help you.
BLET Division 794 Officers:
President
Local Chairman:
Vice Local Chairman:
Secretary Treasurer:
Legislative Representative:
General Chairman (UP) Western Region
If you have any questions concerning your rights or working conditions, please call one of us.
GCA, SLB and Division
dues amounts may vary; fit this document accordingly. If you want to compare UTU & BLET trainman
dues you can insert UTU trainmen dues below BLET trainman dues which are in
red.
The IBT is much more than just a Trucker union! The Freight
Division makes up less than 10% of the total IBT membership!
