DALEVILLE, Ala., April 11, 2025 – Approximately 3,400 members of IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) Local Lodge 2003 have ratified a robust new agreement with M1 Support Services and its subcontractors at Fort Novosel, Ala.
This five-year agreement, which covers IAM Local Lodge 2003 members performing aircraft maintenance and flight support, includes several key improvements that prioritize the well-being and security of workers.
Highlights of the M1/Fort Novosel contract:
- Annual general wage increases of 4%, 3.5%, 3.5%, and 3%
- Improvements to overtime Polling/scheduling
- Recognition of Juneteenth as an additional holiday
- Enhanced vacation scheduling
- Maintenance of leading medical coverage while managing costs
- Preservation of the current IAM Pension along with increased contributions to 401(k) plans
- Successful efforts to fend off several job descriptions that threatened to undermine seniority rights
“IAM Local 2003 members are highly skilled and proud of their mission to support our national defense,” said IAM Southern Territory General Vice President Craig Martin. “This agreement reflects the power of collective bargaining to resolve issues and negotiate good contracts ensuring that our members receive the respect and compensation they deserve.”
“We are proud of the hard-fought progress the negotiating committee made for our members at Fort Novosel,” said IAM Aerospace Chief of Staff William “Benji” Sullivan. “This contract not only delivers substantial wage increases and improves benefits, but it also protects the rights of our workers, providing them with job security and better benefits.”
“We are the heart of what keeps Fort Novosel running smoothly,” said IAM Local Lodge 2003 Negotiating Committee Chairman Chris Kelley. “Through hard work, unity, and a commitment to the process, we’ve negotiated a deal that reflects the value our members bring to the table ensuring our voices were heard and concerns addressed.”
The IAM shares a more than seven-decade legacy with Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker) Army Base. IAM Local Lodge 2003 members maintain the helicopters used to train U.S. Army pilots worldwide.
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The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is one of North America’s largest and most diverse industrial trade unions, representing approximately 600,000 active and retired members in the aerospace, defense, airlines, railroad, transit, healthcare, automotive, and other industries.
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