Congratulations to LIRR Safety Award Winners and 589 members Mark Givens, Chris Cardone and Timothy Gould. An awards ceremony was held on July 24, 2015 at the Hillside Complex recognizing their accomplishments. Congratulations gentlemen. All members are advised to contact our office if they…
Thank you to all who participated in our Contract Survey! The information gathered was invaluable and has helped us get a real pulse of the membership’s desires. Our contract expires on December 16, 2016. There have been some informal discussions between the parties. We…
The goal of the Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C 3RS) is to improve the safety of railroad operations by providing a voluntary, confidential method of reporting close calls that might otherwise go unreported and/or result in discipline. A “close call” is defined as…
It is with deep regret that we must inform you of the passing of Brother Keith Saley – LIRR Substation Electrician. Arrangements are as follows: Visitation: Thursday, August 4, 2016 2:00pm – 4:00pm 7:00pm – 9:00pm Claude R. Boyd Caratozzolo Funeral Home 1785 Deer…
Our office is advising everyone to check to see who is listed as beneficiaries on their Defined Death Benefit (3 years salary). Contact 646-252-1117 or [email protected]. PROTECT YOUR LOVED ONES!
This past week we once again witnessed the epic battle between progress and regress, an age-old topic we constantly revisit here on Long Island. Gov. Cuomo continues his push for a third track, an expansion of service from the quasi-public/private utility we all love…
Positive Train Control installation has finally begun on the M-7 fleet at theHillside Car-shop. This early stage work will consist of cable, antenna and sensor installation with the bulk of the work to follow shortly. Electricians from Department 22 first and second shifts will…
The Company will be mailing training material to every one’s house. All represented employees on the property will be receiving it as well. Please take the time to review it and fill out the required paperwork. Everyone who complies will receive 8 hours at…
Due to safety concerns regarding training, our office is advising all electricians who are not qualified to move cars at the RICHMOND HILL FACILITY, to refrain from bidding any posted car moving jobs until further notice. Once again, this only applies to RICHMOND HILL…