benefits Summary
Vacation: Employees with less than one year of service receive one paid vacation day per month, up to 10 days (4% of total earnings). After one year, two weeks (4%); after five years, three weeks (6%); after ten years, four weeks (8%). Vacation selection is by seniority, with restrictions during the summer period. Group Insurance: The employer pays 25% of the insurance premium from April 2, 2024, and 50% from April 2, 2027. Statutory paid leave and other leave policies are also included. The employer provides protective equipment as needed (raincoats, gloves, safety gear).
compensation Summary
Compensation includes both hourly and mileage-based pay. New hires start at 95% of the standard rate, increasing by 1% each year until reaching 100% after five years. Mileage rates for Canada start at $0.46/mile in 2024, increasing annually to $0.51/mile in 2028. For the USA, the rate starts at $0.49/mile in 2024, rising to $0.54/mile in 2028. Hourly rates for Canada start at $24.00 in 2024, increasing to $27.50 in 2028. Various bonuses and premiums are provided for specific tasks (e.g., Sunday departures, extra trips, pickups, drops, and special assignments), with detailed tables for each. Overtime and waiting time are compensated according to the applicable wage rates. Temporary assignments to higher-paid tasks are paid at the higher rate; no reduction for lower-paid temporary assignments except in specific cases.
general Summary
The collective agreement is between Transport Jeymar (9122-3081 Quebec Inc.) and Teamsters Quebec, Local 1999. The contract is effective from April 2, 2024, and expires on April 1, 2029. The agreement aims to promote and improve industrial relations, establish fair working conditions, and recognize the union as the sole bargaining agent for covered employees.