Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
More than 1,100 planners, designers and field technicians at Southern California Edison won their election for a union, with 83% of the unit participating in the vote. The bargaining unit is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California, International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) Local 20.
The new unit consists of workers who ensure the delivery of utilities to millions across central, coastal and Southern California. Southern California Edison serves a customer base of about 5 million residential and business accounts across 430 cities and communities.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate our incredible win in the union election! This victory is a game-changer, giving over 1,100 Southern California Edison workers a powerful voice on the job. It’s an exciting milestone that guarantees we have a seat at the table as we work to deliver the best possible service to the communities we’re proud to serve. Together, we’re stronger and ready to make a real difference,” said Stephanie Sarmiento, a design and drafting specialist.