Overtime Unfairly Distributed...

Overtime must be distributed as equally as possible and it must be assigned by seniority, on a rotating basis. Allied is also supposed to be keeping records of who is being called for a OT shift, when they are called as well as who receives these OT shifts. Unfortunately Allied is not keeping records and continues to be unfair in the distribution of OT.

Several members have complained about this but they refuse to file a grievance to force Allied to abide by the contract and stop violating their rights. To allow Allied to continue ignoring the contract and members rights sets a dangerous precedent for the future. If members continue to allow this to happen by only complaining (which the Allied management clearly ignores) and not file grievances (which forces them take notice and get the issues resolved) then this problem will continue on and eventually get worse.

The shop stewards are currently meeting and working with Allied to try to resolve the matter and set a procedure that ensures that all members are treated fairly and their rights are respected not violated. Many members complain that it is taking to much time to get this issue resolved. In order to make Allied comply sooner members who have been treated unfairly to file a grievance. The more people who do so, the quicker the management will do as they agreed to in the contract.

Stop complaining and fight back! Do not be afraid to speak up and file a grievance. Members who have had their rights violated need to contact a shop steward immediately.