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Being a USW member means your opinions in the workplace matter.
Together, you and your coworkers will have the power to collectively bargain for fair wages, better benefits, safer working conditions and more.
Does it work?
Yes! Workers at Blue Bird in Fort Valley, Ga., recently won wage increases of up to 40 percent in their first union contract, along with greater retirement security, stronger workplace health and safety protections and more.
After they signed their first union contract, workers at Kumho Tire in Macon, Ga., similarly achieved yearly wage improvements, additional paid time off, and other workplace protections, all while maintaining quality health care and other benefits.
How do I join?
When your workplace unionizes, you can get the financial and job security you’ve been looking for. The first step is contacting the United Steelworkers; we’ll explain the unionization process and support you every step of the way.
No matter which state you live in, federal law guarantees you the right to start a union at your workplace and vote in a secret-ballot election in favor of unionization.
The United Steelworkers (USW) announced that members this week voted to ratify a four-year first contract covering about 325 workers at Kumho Tire.
Workers at Blue Bird Corporation’s Fort Valley, Ga., facility today voted to join the United Steelworkers union (USW), seeking a voice on the job so they can address urgent concerns including workplace health and safety, work-life balance and fair pay.