Langley, British Columbia | | 1,000+ employees | Construction and Allied Workers Union, CLAC Local 68
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Renewal agreement: Effective September 12, 2024, to September 11, 2027. Signed in 2024.
Wage adjustments:
Effective September 12, 2025: Wage review scheduled.
Effective September 12, 2026: Wage review scheduled.
Shift premium: $2.00/hour for shifts between 18:00 - 06:00. Leadhand and Foreperson receive $3.00 and $6.00/hour premiums, respectively.
Paid holidays: 12 recognized holidays, including National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and any additional government-proclaimed holidays.
Vacations with pay: 6% of gross wages paid at each pay period.
Overtime: Overtime at 1.5x for hours over 8 per day or 40 per week, with double time after 12 hours. Adjusted overtime for statutory holiday weeks.
Meal allowance: Warm meal provided for unscheduled shifts over 12 hours, with receipt required.
Medical Benefits: Coverage begins after 350 hours worked, administered by CLAC with 100% employer contributions.
Dental: Basic services 100% up to $2,000, major services 50% up to $2,000, orthodontic coverage at 50% up to $3,000 lifetime per child under 19.
Vision: $350 annually for dependents under 21; $350 every two years for adults.
Weekly indemnity: 60% of weekly earnings up to $700, payable from day one of accident/hospitalization, day seven for illness, up to 26 weeks.
Long-term disability: 60% of earnings, up to $3,000/month, payable after 26 weeks until age 65.
Alcohol and substance abuse policy: Grounds for discharge include use of illegal drugs, alcohol, or cannabis on premises or during work hours.
Life insurance: $100,000 for employees under 65; $50,000 for employees aged 65-74. Spouse and dependent coverage included.
Pension: Employer contribution of 2% and matching 1% based on base wages, with an employee opt-out option.
Bereavement leave: Three paid days (up to 24 hours) for immediate family funerals, with additional unpaid leave possible.
Seniority – recall rights: Union office notified of layoffs, employees given four hours' notice or pay in lieu.
Call-in pay: Minimum two hours at prevailing rate for same-day call-back.
Probationary period: 90 calendar days; termination allowed within period for non-arbitrary reasons.
Discipline: Suspension or discharge allowed for safety violations, substance use, and policy violations.
Safety shoes: $210 footwear allowance annually, with employer-provided PPE.
Tool allowance: Tools for tradespersons supplied by employer.
Sample rates of pay:
Job classification: Field Electrician
Base Wage: $45.00
Vacation/Stat: $4.68
RSP 4%: $1.80
Pension 2%: $0.90
Matching Pension 1%: $0.45
Cloth. Allow.: $0.30
Benefits: $2.07
ETF: $0.18
PTF: $0.10
Total: $55.48
Job classification: Apprentice, 1st year (60%)
Base Wage: $27.00
Vacation/Stat: $2.81
RSP 4%: $1.08
Pension 2%: $0.54
Matching Pension 1%: $0.27
Cloth. Allow.: $0.30
Benefits: $2.07
ETF: $0.18
PTF: $0.10
Total: $34.35
Editor’s Notes:
This agreement includes unique provisions for training compensation, requiring employer-paid time for necessary certifications and mandatory training sessions. Additionally, it emphasizes a cooperative approach to project-specific travel allowances and accommodations, aiming to support workers on remote assignments.
