Vacation entitlement ranges from 2 to 6 weeks based on seniority, with scheduling by seniority and provisions for vacation carryover. Sick leave includes 5 general sick days annually plus 10 days per the Canadian Labour Code. Health insurance covers various absences with employer paying 90% of eligible costs after deductible. Retirement benefits include a defined benefit plan with normal retirement at 65 and early retirement options, and a defined contribution plan for employees hired after April 1, 2012. Bereavement leave ranges from 1 to 5 days depending on relation. Unpaid leave may be granted by agreement. Severance pay is provided on permanent closure based on years of service. Jury duty pay covers the difference between regular salary and jury duty pay. Additional allowances include tool and meal allowances, and employer provides uniforms and cleaning services.
compensation Summary
Workweek is typically 40 hours, with provisions for 4-day 10-hour shifts. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times regular rate beyond 40 hours/week, double time for second day of work on a day off, and double time beyond 11 consecutive hours. Shift premiums include $1.00/hour for shifts starting between 12pm-6pm, $1.50/hour for shifts starting between 6pm-5am, and $2.50/hour for weekend shifts. Pay scales for classifications such as Operator, Maintenance Mechanic, Electrician, Instrumentation Technician, Probationary Employee, and Seasonal Worker are specified with annual increases. Team leaders receive a $3.00/hour premium. Sick days are allocated at 5 days per year, unused days paid out at year-end.
general Summary
The collective agreement is between LA COMPAGNIE CANADA MALTAGE LIMITEE - MONTREAL (the employer) and TEAMSTERS QUEBEC, LOCAL 1999 (the union). The agreement is effective from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2027.