IBEW 1245 is proud to announce that PG&E Diablo Business Representative Jody Castro has been promoted to the role of Safety Director. Brother Castro became an IBEW member in 2005 after beginning his career at PG&E in GC Distribution Gas. Shortly thereafter, he moved over to substation as an apprentice electrician and worked in both… [Read More]
Archives for November 2022
Letter Agreement 22-34: GC Field Fleet Crane Surveyor Line of Progression
The Company and Union recently met to discuss California Occupational Safety and Health Regulations (CAL/OSHA) License Requirements for Crane and Derrick Certification and the Utility Exemption which allows utilities the ability to self-certify equipment. This self-certification requires the need to have a highly trained and competent professional crane surveyor workforce, licensed by the state of… [Read More]
IBEW Statement on IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson Retirement, International Secretary-Treasurer Kenneth W. Cooper Named New President
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers issued the following statement: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson is retiring, effective Jan. 4, bringing an end to a nearly five-decade active career in the union. “It’s been the honor of my life to serve the members of the greatest union in the world and… [Read More]
US Approves Aid to Extend Life of California Nuclear Plant (via NY Times)
Speaker Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Fred Ross, Jr. (via Speaker)
“Paul and I join Californians and all Americans in mourning the loss of Fred Ross, Jr. – a relentless leader in the fight to secure justice, collective strength and a voice on the job for working people, both in our country and abroad under the Neighbor to Neighbor initiative.”
IBEW 1245 Grieves the Passing of Brother Fred Ross, Jr. and Honors his Legacy (UPDATED)
A message from Business Manager Bob Dean on the passing of Fred Ross, Jr.: It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our union brother Fred Ross, Jr. He died at home surrounded by his family and friends after a valiant battle with cancer. A legend in labor organizing circles, Brother Ross… [Read More]
New Agreement Ratified at City of Redding – Maintenance
The City and Union came to a tentative agreement, took it to a vote and ratified on November 2nd. The agreement was approved by City Council on November 15th. The agreement included the following: Year 1 – A 14% wage increase for all classifications, except for the Mechanic I, Mechanic II, and Working Supervisor –… [Read More]
Letter Agreement 22-26: Extend Pilot Temporary Co-Mingling Agreement (supersedes 22-19)
This Letter Agreement supersedes LA 22-19 whereby the parties agree to extend the below Pilot agreement until December 31, 2022.
Message from PG&E Regarding Transition from HealthEquity | WageWorks to Optum
A Message from PG&E: Effective January 1, 2023, Optum Financial is replacing HealthEquity | WageWorks as the health account and FSA administrator for Anthem members and waived coverage participants. Be sure you file all claims for reimbursement from HealthEquity | WageWorks by December 31, 2022. You’ll receive your new Optum Financial payment card by the… [Read More]
Letter Agreement 22-33: Helicopter Long-Line Premium (cancels and supersedes 16-23)
This letter agreement cancels and supersedes Letter Agreement 16-23 and clarifies who would be responsible for the direct supervision of ground to ground helicopter long line work methods.