IAM members at Greyhound have overwhelmingly ratified a new three-year collective bargaining agreement that secures strong wage increases, improved benefits, and new career advancement opportunities.
The agreement, which covers Greyhound workers nationwide, delivers across-the-board general wage increases of 3.75% in the first year, 3.5% in the second year, and 3.25% in the third year. Health and welfare contributions will gradually increase over the life of the agreement, while maintaining the union’s hard-fought cost share split for the IAM Healthcare Plan.
Other key improvements include:
- A new vacation schedule with reduced years of service requirements
- Increased CDL premium
- Boosted tool allowance
- $50 reimbursement for prescription safety glasses
- Open enrollment aligned with contract renewal
- New recognition and pay structure for Junior Master and Master Technicians, rewarding ASE certifications with premium pay above journeyman rates
“This was a challenging negotiation due to Greyhound’s transition to its new parent company Flix SE, but our team secured the best contract to date for our members,” said IAM Automotive Director Craig Hughes. “I want to thank IAM leadership for expanding our department and bringing on Special Representative Heather Hildebrand. Heather did an outstanding job leading these negotiations for the first time.”
Hildebrand, who recently joined the IAM Automotive Department, called the ratification a proud moment.
“Our members stood strong, and we delivered real gains in pay, benefits, and career opportunities,” said Hildebrand. “It was an honor to lead this negotiation alongside such a committed bargaining committee. This agreement reflects the strength of IAM members at Greyhound and the value they bring to the company every day.”
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