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It's Time for Change at Amazon
Amazon employees in Tucson have been mistreated for too long. Now is the time join a union.
Why now?
Frequently Asked Questions
- Higher Wages: Union workers earn on average 11.2% more than their non-union counterparts in similar roles. This significant increase can lead to improved financial stability and quality of life.
- Better Benefits: 94% of union workers have access to employer-sponsored health care benefits compared to 68% of non-union workers . Unionized workplaces often provide more comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Job Security: Unionized workers have better job security and are less likely to experience layoffs. Union contracts often include provisions that protect against arbitrary dismissal and ensure fair procedures for promotions and job assignments.
- Improved Working Conditions: Unions negotiate for safer and more favorable working conditions. Union workplaces report 30% fewer serious workplace injuries compared to non-union workplaces , leading to a safer work environment for all.
- Collective Voice: Unionized workers have a stronger collective voice in negotiations with management. This collective bargaining power can lead to better working conditions, fairer work schedules, and more respect on the job. Workers in unionized roles report 20% higher job satisfaction due to the influence they have over their work environment.
- Sources:
- Economic Policy Institute (EPI)
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
- National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Gallup Poll on Job Satisfaction
Employees at Amazon have been forced to bear safety concerns, scheduling issues, and low pay among other issues. Management has done nothing to address these issues.
Unionizing allows workers to address problems themselves, collectively. That's the difference of one individual asking for change and all warehouse workers standing together to demand demand change.
Unions ensure worker's needs are met by collective bargaining which means all employees get a say. Read about some of the most recent collective bargaining wins here.
Union representation means workers organize to negotiate with their employer regarding wages, benefits, working conditions, and other employment-related issues. Employees and IAM reps work together to engage in collective bargaining to secure favorable terms for the workforce.
All workers can participate by deciding their priorities via bargaining surveys and by electing their negotiations committee.
The agreement made between union members and the company is called a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
While we don't know exactly how Amazon's management will respond, history tell us they will respond with a strong anti-union campaign.
Common tactics of the anti-union campaign include; outright lying about unions or the unionization process, making workers attend mandatory captive audience meetings, sending anti-union emails, posting anti-union materials, and threatening frozen pay and promotions during negotiations.
Workers do have legal protections during the process. Read about the laws for management here.
Dues are a small monthly payment made by union members to pay for collective bargaining and representation to enforce the contract. Dues are not paid until the first contract is ratified. Dues money is never used for political contributions.
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Why the IAM?
With 600,000 members internationally, the IAM has a track record of fighting for and winning for employees. Our unwavering commitment to empowering workers has won massive advancements for workers over our almost 140 year history.
The IAM stands with you.
What's the first Step?
The first step employees can take to initiate the unionization process is signing an A-Card.
An authorization card, also known as a union card, is a document signed by employees expressing their desire to be represented by a union. Once signed, these cards are submitted to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), paving the way for a union election.
Join Us
Contact Me
Hi, I'm OB. I'm an IAM organizer based right here in Tucson. I'm excited to be working with Amazon employees.
Together we can fight together and win a better future at Amazon. Don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or to get involved!
Phone: 916-268-8431
Email: tobryant@iamaw.org
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