Ask yourself these questions:
Are you happy with your present rate of pay? 
Is your hospitalization adequate for your family's needs? 
Do you have retirement provisions, i.e. 401k or Pension? 
Are you treated fairly and given the respect you deserve? 
Do you often worry about your safety on the job? 
Do you feel discriminated against because of favoritism that is shown to other employees of the
company? 
Do you sometimes think, "It sure would be nice to have someone negotiate wages and other benefits
on my behalf" 
Would training be of interest to you? 
Would you like to increase your work opportunities?

A: By providing a comprehensive health & welfare benefit package, there is no need to compromise you and your family’s well-being. Medical and dental care costs should not have to compete with the rest of your expenses!

Q: Work place safety is not high on your employer’s priority list… unless someone gets hurt. And then how will he react if a Workmen’s Compensation claim is filed?

A: Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 considers construction safety a necessity. We fund or subsidize courses such as Construction OSHA 10, OSHA 20 Safety and CPR / First Aid. We monitor job sites and work closely with contractors to ensure you are not at risk.

Q: The big one will just have to wait. You just got your social security statement from the government, and it say’s you will have to work until you’re 84, so you can afford to retire?

A: Sure, you may pay into social security, but the Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 Pension Fund receives contributions from employers. It’s not coming out of your pocket. And every union hour worked adds to your Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 pension!

Q: Respect… do you get any at work? Think you should? 

A: Union companies historically have better morale and less employee turnover. Job classifications and fair wages are standardized. A grievance procedure is in place to help mediate conflicts. Can you approach your employer one-on-one if you have a problem?
 

One voice is not enough to make any significant changes to your job. It takes a combined voice to have any clout in the workplace. Strength is in numbers and unity.

The important thing is to act together. You have a right to consider unionizing, just as your employer has a right to join contractor associations and pay dues to them. Just as he has a right to make a profit, you have a right to expect fair wages and conditions.

Companies are making big profits. More Union companies bidding on their jobs evens the playing field and raises the standards for the workers. When non-Union companies bid, they know they can lower costs at your expense.

The US government protects your rights as a worker. It legislates your right to explore your options as a Union without fear of retribution, harassment or intimidation from employers. The only way to maintain and improve standards is to exercise your right to choose.

If you feel that we can help you, contact us. Will explain what we can do to help you. Maybe you would like us to arrange a group meeting or just meet with you personally. Are available at your convenience. Call us at one of the numbers below, and one of our representatives will be happy to speak with you or return your call. All calls are confidential...