Airgas Teamsters at Local 251 secured a major arbitration victory after an arbitrator ruled the company violated Articles 5 and ...

[T-Link Reporter]

Airgas Teamsters at Local 251 secured a major arbitration victory after an arbitrator ruled the company violated Articles 5 and 10 of their collective bargaining agreement.



The dispute arose when members honored Local 25’s picket line in solidarity with fellow Airgas Teamsters. In response, management retaliated—informing members there would be no work until further notice and bringing in a third party to replace bargaining unit work.



The arbitrator determined that these actions were unjustified and in clear violation of the contract. The ruling affirms Local 251 members’ contractual right to honor picket lines without fear of discipline or discharge.



“We were ready to stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters to ensure that they got the contracts they deserve,” said Modesto Hidalgo, 21-year Teamster and steward. “Not one of our members crossed the picket line extensions because we knew our rights and were ready to enforce them. There is nothing wrong with fighting for the right things.”





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