CalPortland Ready-Mix Drivers Ratify One-Year Contract
Over 350 ready-mix Teamsters at CalPortland have overwhelmingly ratified a one-year contract following a two-week strike. The agreement secures industry-standard wage increases and job protections in Northern California.
Ready-mix drivers at CalPortland in Northern California have ratified a new one-year contract, ending a two-week strike. The agreement, approved by over 350 Teamsters union members, took effect immediately.
The contract provides for wage increases aligned with industry standards and includes provisions to protect drivers' jobs. It also ensures the continuation of benefits and improves working conditions for employees at the company's facilities in the Oakland area.
The strike began in early August as drivers sought to address concerns over wage negotiations and contract terms. The labor action followed months of discussions between the union and the company.
The resolution aims to stabilize operations for CalPortland and ensure consistent supply for construction projects in the region. The Teamsters union indicated satisfaction with the outcome, highlighting driver solidarity and the achieved gains.