Transportation Workers Secure 24% Wage Increase, Strong Union Protections

(PROVIDENCE, R.I.) – Transdev bus drivers, dispatchers, fuelers, and cleaners represented by Teamsters Local 251 have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their first contract. After fighting for more than a year in negotiations, the 56 Transdev Teamsters have secured a strong three-year agreement that includes significant pay increases, safety protections, seniority in job bidding, and employer contributions into a Teamsters retirement plan.

“These workers fought tooth and nail to secure a strong first Teamsters contract,” said Matthew Taibi, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 251 and Director of the Teamsters Passenger Transportation Division. “Transdev Teamsters remained determined and committed to getting a fair first contract that addressed their needs and concerns. We are grateful for their solidarity throughout this battle, but it just goes to show that when Teamsters fight, Teamsters win.”

The bus workers provide transportation services at Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and Rhode Island College (RIC).

“We are thankful for the support of the community and students who made it clear they would support us if we had to strike. I’m very proud of my co-workers for staying strong and focused during this long negotiation process,” said Daven Cox, a shuttle driver for Transdev in Providence.

Teamsters Local 251 represents more than 6,300 workers in a wide variety of industries throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. For more information, go to teamsterslocal251.org.

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