1 - Yes, we do contribute to the success but we also went to them looking for a job, we knew what we signed on for in terms of pay and benefits, if people are that upset about pay head to UPSF and start out making $17.50. 2 - Has and is improving their fleet, maybe, its not what ours is currently. I have seen over 50 new tractors roll through my centers gate over the last 2 months, our fleet has not declined in new equipment, maybe not the brand you want but it has not declined. 3 - UPSF growing faster then FXFR, please provide details, yes, their revenues are up but not profit. 4 - For me and my fellow drivers it is about local leadership, we have a great working relationship and they are their when we need them. Voice, you really believe you can say that. We made an uproar over the score card and what happened.? And don't say it was cause of the union, and to go further into that drive safe follow the roles and then you don't have to worry about it. 5 - Fair Market Value - I am paid fairly, I make .22 less an hour than UPSF, take the dues out of that and I just lost almost $50.00 a month to start. The monthly contribution to health care is more at USPF, is their co-pay and deductables less, maybe, I don't know I have not seen theirs. Regardless if they are or not, I bleed purple and that was not management pushed, its how I feel and many others feel in my barn. We work, we drive safe and we stay as a team and we stay employed and providing for our families. I do appreciate your professional approach as many others do not take this route, stay FedEx Strong brothers..!
Thanks for the opportunity to correct, just a couple things.
1) The current "terms" are significantly different, for many, than the terms, when hired. Also The
complete package at UPSF is a consideration, even at 17.10/hr.
2) We may have to defer on the "trucks" discussion since the
inconsistencies throughout the system are so severe.
3)
Top 25 LTL Carriers We are waiting for 2014 annual numbers from UPSF, to compare. but this shows the most recent quarter:
Financial News Release: UPS
4) Tough to "prove" organizing activity did not contribute greatly to the "change" of heart on the rules mentioned, Most agree it had an effect.
5) As with Trucks (#2 above) pay inconsistencies are quite severe. Just know, in my area,
FEXFE (as of Jan,4th), will be between $1.27, $1.73, and $3.42, behind Old Dominion, Conway, and UPSF, respectively . Factor in a mere 34 cents/hr (or benefit gain) and your dues are covered.
6) Healthcare is the big and clearly documentable error in your position (a lot to read but VERY important) . Monthly contribution for UPSF "SUPER PREMIUM CADILAC PLAN" their contract
click here to read it page 10
Single..............................................................................$45.00
E/ee Plus ........................................................................$90.00
E/ee & Family .............................................................$135.00
NOTE: FXFE charges us around $300.00/mo. for coverage that is not even half as good. Fact. Also, they have Zero cost option that is better as well, than our premium plan.
Now lets look at what that coverage is:
https://myteamcare.org/ups/newMembers/docs/TeamCareRetireePlanforUPSMembers.pdf
Annual Deductible $100 per person / $200 per family
Annual Plan Maximum $200,000 per person per calendar year
Out of Pocket Cap $1,000 per person / $2,000 per family
Medical Office Visit $20 co‐payment
Routine OB/GYN Office Visit $20 co‐payment
Routine Mammogram/Pap 80% benefit; then 100% after Out of Pocket is met.
Emergency Room 80% benefit; then 100% after Out of Pocket is met.
Inpatient / Outpatient Services 80% benefit; then 100% after Out of Pocket is met.
Outpatient Surgery 80% benefit; then 100% after Out of Pocket is met.
Chiropractic Maximum 80%, to $1,000 maximum per person per year.
Behavioral Health Service Inpatient 80%, to a max of 21 days per calendar year; 42 days max per lifetime.
Behavioral Health Service Outpatient 80%, to a maximum of 30 visits per person per calendar year.
Outpatient Diagnostic
Imaging and Lab Benefit
100% benefit through Quest Labs or US Imaging; or 80%; at a non‐Quest or US
Imaging provider; then 100% after Out of Pocket is met.
WOW!
Almost Done here... Lets lets talk RETIREE healthcare. We have nothing. UPSF has the same coverage as above.
In closing, please as your local leadership, if their open door policy provides access to someone who can address the healthcare (current & retiree) needs of our people, or could representation provide a better means? This is by far the Biggest issue as far as compensation.
Sorry so long, but it’s kind of important. Let me know if I left off something. Thanks for listening.
