Hey bro,
I don't know what your experience level is or driving record, but I would apply with ABF, New Penn, Holland, or any other Teamster represented company. NEMF is a second rate outfit at best. Poor management, poor union reps, and a JOKE of a contract. (about the size of a comic book) They are represented by the IAMAW (machinists union) and you don't get much bang for your buck (union dues). They have always been second rate and they seem to be just fine with that. I understand you need a job and good luck with them. Here are a few comparisons as far as benefits and rules:
Teamsters dues: $60/mo. (includes medical, eyeglass, dental,
pension (around $100 or more per year of service )
Machinists dues: $40-55/mo. DOES NOT include ANY benefits
Medical care is an ADDITIONAL $160+ per mo.
Dues cover pension which differs GREATLY depending
on what terminal your'e at. Dental is $15/week.
Safety:
NEMF: one of the worst csa 2010 ratings for lTL companies
Teamster LTL companies: held to much more rigorous standards due to greater language in their contracts.
Grieveance/ discipline:
WOW, where to start here, ok an example of disciplinary acts on file:
Teamsters:
1.) warning letter stays on file for 9 months, then it's thrown out and
has no bearing on any future incidents.
2.) If you get a letter, Teamster companies have 2 weeks to get
the letter to you...after 2 weeks, it is considered too late and therefore void.
NEMF/Machinists
1.) warning letters have no statute of limitations & stay on /in your file permanently
2.) They can issue the letter anytime..no time limits (this is especially troubling)
This is just to give you and others some idea of the differences between the two unions....if I'm wrong, feel free to correct me.
NOW, just think of your rights/benefits if you drive for a company that has no collective bargaining at all ! Scary for sure. Good luck :)