We have been successful recently by convincing the Carrier to simplify its Hours of Service compliance policy. Cards no longer need to be filled out. A new form is being supplied by the Manpower Offices that M of E members simply need to review…
Thursday, August 27, 2015 We have been informed by the site, that do to calculation issues regarding shift differential and overtime earnings, retroactive paychecks will not be issued this Friday, August 28th. Once the Company gives us a new date we will send out…
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 mtadbplan@mtabsc.org. 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…