The answer is yes and no. There use to be a rule that if you did return to work as a union paying member. You had to work five years to get reset as you stated. I do not know if the rule still applies. But even if you did, the years you spent previously working will still be treated as what ever section you fell into, like Orphan or not. However if you do return to work and get over the five year period. Then every year you worked will help build your ;pension by about $130 bucks per month, from the stated amount in your letter from the CS. Remember if the rule of five years is still in the contract than you must work the full five years and then some to change your pension. My guess is they have that covered as well. Again if you can return to work and need to, not a bad idea. I know some who have already returned to trucking because they know they can not live on half of a pension. Good Luck.