Edmonton, Alberta | | 238 employees | Unifor Local 530A
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Renewal agreement: Effective March 1, 2024, to February 29, 2028, with an option to renew year-to-year unless renegotiated.
Wage adjustments: 3.5% increase in 2024, 5% in 2025, and higher of 3.5% or National Energy Program rates for 2026 and 2027.
Shift premium: Day shift $1.86/hour; Night shift $3.74/hour for 2024, increasing annually until 2027. Night premiums apply for hours worked between 7 PM and 7 AM.
Paid holidays: 12 statutory holidays, including Truth and Reconciliation Day; banked or paid out for shift workers.
Vacations with pay: Annual entitlement from 120 hours (up to 9 years’ service) to 240 hours (25+ years); 48 hours may carry over.
Overtime: Paid at 2x hourly rate for hours beyond scheduled shifts or on days off; option to bank up to 60 hours annually.
Meal allowance: Provided for overtime exceeding 2 hours or longer schedules under specific conditions.
Medical Benefits: N/A
Seniority – recall rights: Employees retain seniority for 12 months during layoff and are recalled in reverse order of layoff.
Call-in pay: Minimum of 3 hours at overtime rate or total hours worked, whichever is greater.
Probationary period: Six months, extendable by mutual agreement.
Discipline: Management reserves the right to discipline or dismiss employees for just cause.
Severance: Two weeks’ pay plus two weeks per year of service multiplied by 1.30, payable if layoff extends beyond 12 months.
Safety shoes, uniforms/clothing:
Tool allowance: N/A
Mileage: N/A
Sample rates of pay: Entry-level production at $41.81/hour, with incremental increases to $65.71/hour for Console Operator by 2024.
Job classification: Multiple roles, including Production Operators (Phases 1–4) and Maintenance Journeypersons (Entry to J2).
Editor’s Notes: This agreement provides a unique Steam Ticket Premium for workers holding certain certifications, promoting skill development. The structured vacation blackout during turnarounds stands out, emphasizing operational needs. Additionally, the inclusion of Indigenous holiday recognition reflects evolving social priorities.
