I like to see everybody make a living wage but how much per hour
is that when you tack on all of the Union Health Care and Retirement
Benefits that non-union workers do not receive?
That's a lot of money compared to similar unskilled jobs in the
non-union sector.
Too much I'm afraid.....for a lot of union auto workers I've seen:
*/ No accountability for quality or production numbers.
They have accountability only if enforced by the employer
*/ Call off sick on their birthday, for Christmas shopping and on days
....before and/or after major holidays.
It is up to the company to enforce the attendance police, sometimes they choose not to. You can get fired for poor attendance under a Union contract.
*/ Drinking (or drugs) before their shift or on lunch breaks.
Grounds for immediate termination under any union contract.
*/ Some come to work bearded/tatooed/pierced and unwashed looking
....like a bunch outlaw bikers (don't forget your do-rag). It is the companies responsibility to enforce the dress code.
*/ Having lookouts so others can sleep.
Just as likely in a non-union situation. Sleeping on the job is grounds for immediate termination under every union contract i have seen.
*/ Union protection from firing even when they deserve it.
You mean union representation while getting fired. You need to understand the process as outlined in the contract.
*/ Striking when they don't get their way.
Sorry, but this is a myth. Unions can not simply strike whenever they are unhappy. Unions also signed a contract guaranteeing that they will provide the labor. Going on strike is a defined process and the Union can face a HUGE law suit if conducting an improper strike.
Non-union workers would never be able to get away with all of this crap.
Sure, there are a lot of good ones but there are also way too many bad apples.