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Hansen Adkins Carhaul Drivers Unite with Teamsters Local 41

In a significant move for labor rights, carhaul drivers from Hansen Adkins in Kansas City, Missouri, have made the decisive choice to join Teamsters Local 41. This step marks an important milestone for these workers, who are now on the path to becoming part of the National Master Automobile Transporters Agreement (NMATA), gaining them stronger representation and enhanced work standards.

Avral Thompson, who leads the Teamsters Carhaul Division, emphasized the importance of this unionization. He stated, "We are continuing to grow our strength and expand our power across the carhaul industry. These drivers chose to organize because they know the only path to better wages, stronger benefits, and safer working conditions is through a Teamsters contract." The drivers’ vote, which reflects a broader trend of labor organization across various sectors, aims to ensure that they have a voice in negotiations pertaining to their work environment and compensation.

As the current NMATA heads towards expiration on August 31, Teamsters Local 41 is gearing up to negotiate a new national agreement. This new contract is anticipated to elevate industry standards, ensuring improved wages, benefits, and workplace protections not just for the Hansen Adkins drivers, but for all Teamsters carhaulers under the contract. Such agreements are crucial in an industry where working conditions can vary widely, and where collective bargaining can lead to meaningful changes.

"We’re proud to be Teamsters and excited to be part of the strength that comes with the NMATA," said Bret Rust, a driver at Hansen Adkins and a new Local 41 member. His remarks underline the economic and job security that comes with union membership, conveying hope for a brighter future for himself and his colleagues. The sentiment is echoed by Joseph Monslow, President of Local 41, who expressed pride in welcoming these dedicated drivers into the fold. Monslow said, "I'm proud to welcome these hardworking drivers to Local 41 and look forward to representing them as we fight for a powerful new national contract. Growing our density in the carhaul industry is key to maintaining the strong standards Teamsters have built over generations."

Local 41, which represents a diverse range of workers across multiple industries in the Kansas City area, is committed to enhancing worker rights and advocacy. As the national labor movement continues to evolve, the recent actions of Hansen Adkins carhaul drivers illustrate a growing recognition of the vital role unions play in ensuring fair treatment in the workplace.

This unionization not only promises to benefit the drivers involved but also sends a clear message across the carhaul sector: that solidarity and collective action can lead to substantial improvements in the labor landscape. Workers seeking better conditions and compensation can find strength in numbers, as demonstrated by this pivotal development in Kansas City.

For further information regarding Teamsters Local 41 and their growing initiatives, visit www.teamsters41.org.