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Aviation staff who work for Unifi at the Fresno Yosemite International Airport have voted to form a union with IAM Air Transport Territory.
Despite the turbulence that came from the government shutdown and a high turnover rate, members fought together to secure a collective voice. Unifi workers credit the support of other union brothers, sisters and siblings at the airport as a key component to their victory.
“Congratulations to District 142, Local 1782 and especially our new members at UNIFI Fresno,” said IAM Air Transport Territory General Vice President Richie Johnsen. “Bringing UNIFI Fresno into our union is another powerful step in strengthening worker power across the industry. We’re proud to welcome them into the IAM family.”
“The vote in Fresno sends a clear message, Air Transport workers want the power and protection that only the IAM can deliver,” said IAM District 142 President and Directing General Chair John M. Coveny Jr. “We’re honored to represent these new members and are ready to get to work on their first contract.”