Seniority
What should happen when there is a shift bid?
Company provides seniority list and schedule to Union. Leaders check with the members and discuss if they want to do something.
When and how should discipline or write-up be given
Right Away or As soon as possible
In writing
How long can a Personal Leave of absence be?
45 days
Can you refuse an assignment if there is a Health and Safety issue
If you are in serious danger or death or serious injury and the company doesn't fix the issue. If you ask for a different assignment, and they don't provide one.
How many days do we have to file a grievance over discipline?
14 Days
How can you lose seniority?
Quit Job
Terminated
Absent 3 consecutive days without notice
Working other job during leave of absence
Not reporting to work after end of leave of absence
Do you have to sign a write-up?
Does the write-up count even if you don't sign it?
No
Yes. But you can object so it can be included in discussion with later write-ups.
Does the company have the right to deny a PLOA request?
Yes
Give an example of a Health and Safety issue
Hot Planes and Hot Jetbridges
Pushing two wheelchairs
Lack of PPE
Dangerously faulty equipment
How many days do we have to file a grievance over back pay or vacation pay?
A long time
How does seniority apply to vacant/open positions?
Applicants for open/vacant positions should be offered by seniority to qualified applicants.
What are the steps of Progressive Discipline?
Verbal warning (or L1)
First written warning (or L2)
Second written warning (or L3)
Termination (or L4)
What can happen if you come back late from a PLOA without permission?
Disciplined or fired.
Lose seniority
Are supervisors supposed to be pushing wheelchairs or doing a member's work if someone calls out?
Only if another member is not available.
How long can a grievance case last?
Weeks. Months. Years.
How is seniority used for Mandatory Overtime or Layoffs
Reverse seniority
What can lead straight to termination?
Insubordination
Egregious conduct (fighting, intoxication, serious violation of MWAA policy)
Any reason for a Probationary employee
Is a PLOA the same as FMLA?
No. PLOA is personal leave for any reason. FMLA is leave for medical reasons approved by a doctor.
Can only senior members get overtime?
No. Should be distributed fairly.
Can we get the camera footage?
We request, but company can say they don't have access to MWAA cameras.
What happens if your seniority is violated
Discuss with management and Union. Can file grievance if not resolved.
What happens if an Airline asks a member to be removed?
Company has to provide the written request to the Union. Company should try to move member to position serving a different client.
Can you use PTO for a PLOA?
You can use accrued PTO as part of your PLOA.
What kind of uniforms does the company need to provide
Summer or hot weather: short sleeves
Cold/Bad weather: jackets, raincoats, gloves (if you have to be outside).
Is a grievance the first step?
No. We try to meet with company to fix the issue before filing, because otherwise it can be slow.