Ecobat Workers Secure Historic Wage Increase in New Three-Year Contract

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Ecobat Workers Celebrate Historic Wage Gains with New Contract

Workers at Ecobat in the City of Industry, California, have ratified a groundbreaking three-year contract that brings about the most substantial wage increase seen in over a quarter of a century. This new agreement, embraced by 220 employees of the facility and secured by Teamsters Local 986, not only enhances wages but also fortifies health care benefits, enriches paid time off, enlarges sick leave, and heightens contributions to workers' 401(k) retirement funds.

Raymond Whitmer, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 986, highlighted the unity and determination of the members at Ecobat, stating, “This agreement reflects the strength and solidarity of our members at Ecobat. They stood together to secure meaningful wage increases, better, benefits, and greater financial security for their families. This is what strong union representation delivers.”

Ecobat is renowned for its expertise in recycling and recovering battery materials, crucial components for manufacturing in various sectors. The Teamsters at this location undertake vital roles such as recycling, smelting, and refining battery materials, transforming spent batteries into reusable resources.

Luis Villanueva, an Ecobat employee and steward with Local 986, expressed his satisfaction with the contract: “This is the best contract I have ever seen in my 25 years of working here at Ecobat. The improvements this contract delivers will help us provide good lives for our families and make sure our children have a future. I’m so proud of my fellow brothers and sisters for standing strong during negotiations.”

Teamsters Local 986 represents close to 30,000 members throughout the western United States, Hawaii, and Guam. For additional information, visit https://www.local986.org/.

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