This website is designed as a resource for FedEx Freight employees (U.S.-based) and their families as they consider their options regarding unionization in today’s workplace. The decision of whether or not to be represented by a union is an important one, for many reasons. It’s a decision that impacts almost everything in a person’s work life – from their take-home pay, to the quality of benefits their family receives, to the culture that exists inside the workplace. Worries about the future of union-funded pension programs, the financial hardship of being called out on strikes, and the headlines about some unions’ spending practices can create a lot of concern.
And unionization is an option that fewer individuals are choosing today. Over the last several years, union membership in the transportation sector has fallen more than 300,000, so that five of every six transportation employees today are now non-union. This means that these employees enjoy a direct open-door working relationship with their company, able to discuss their pay and benefits directly and work together on changes and improvements.
This open-door relationship is important to us at FedEx Freight. While we respect each employee’s right to choose or decline union membership, we certainly prefer direct relationships with you to make our working relationship successful rather than dealing through third parties. Working directly with individuals provides greater opportunities for dialogue and cooperation, gives everyone the freedom to adapt in a rapidly changing competitive landscape, and lets individuals use their own judgment to find solutions for unique circumstances. We believe working together directly gives us an advantage in meeting the challenges of today and the opportunities of tomorrow.
This website contains a wealth of information, including important facts about union authorization cards, gathering signatures, required dues, and union rules and regulations – as well as links to outside resources and other organizations. We encourage you to get all the facts yourself.