Teamsters Local 776

PA's Largest Teamster Local

March 2024

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The events listed on the calendar are accurate at the time of posting. Dates and times of events are subject to change. Any questions concerning the date and time of an event should be directed to the Local Union Hall during normal business hours.

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Local 776 job Fair

People Helping People; it’s what Local 776 does, not just words on the side of our truck. It is an ideal we practice daily. When the recent bankruptcy of Yellow Corp. and subsequent closing of the YRC and New Penn terminals was announced Local 776 immediately determined that a job fair was needed to help our Members regain a spot in the workforce and went to work to make it happen.

Employers currently under contract were contacted, as was the PA Dept. of Labor and Industry, and our attorneys who handle unemployment compensation and workers compensation claims; Jason Weinstock and Jack Dougherty from the Law Offices of Ira Weinstock. Additionally, representatives from the Central PA Teamsters Health and Welfare Fund were on hand to answer any questions pertaining to health insurance and pension. The job fair quickly came together and was scheduled for August 10, 2023.

A rainy day did not dampen the resolve of our affected Members as approximately 200 people attended to gather information and have any questions answered. The employers attending were: ABF, Amsted Rail, Dauphin County Prison, Hershey Medical Center, Metals USA, Pacific Rail Services, Rabbit Transit, Ryder Logistics, Wilsbach Distribution, and York County Prison.

The line of members extended from the front door to the parking lot.

The employers provided information on the type of work they had available and in some cases took applications from members looking to start a new career. The PA Dept. of Labor and Industry provided information on the services they provide for displaced workers and the attorneys provided information from the unemployment and workers compensation areas affecting the members.

The meeting was so well attended by the affected Local 776 Members that the PA Dept. of Labor and Industry scheduled another session to meet with Members on August 17, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Details on this meeting can be found in the post above.

“People Helping People”

Yellow Corp. Clearinghouse Records

Please see below for important information from the IBT concerning Members' Clearinghouse records:

Yellow Corp. 401k Update

Please see below for important information from the IBT concerning the Yellow Corp. 401k plan:

Yellow Freight Notices

Below are two essential messages from the IBT Concerning Yellow Corp. 401k plan and payroll:

Local 776 Golf Tournament

It was a hot summer day in Central PA last Sunday, about what you would expect for the beginning of August. The only thing hotter than the weather was the competition at Eagles Crossing Golf Course in Carlisle. Some of Local 776’s finest teed it up on Sunday August 6, 2023 at Eagles Crossing Golf Course in Carlisle. Members were out to enjoy a day of friendship, food, prizes, and good-natured head-to-head competition. There was plenty of friendly competition on the course but bragging rights were on the line as members vied for first place in their respective flights, close to the pin competition, and longest drive. After the last putt dropped and the divots had all been replaced, the members enjoyed a steak dinner while they talked about the errant shot, the putt that would not drop, and all things golf while the scores were tallied.

As is the custom at Local 776 events, a 50/50 drawing was held in support of the 776 Scholarship Fund. This year’s winner was James Handley (New Penn Retired). The 50/50 drawing Consolation Prize of an Eagles Crossing Golf Club Gift Card was won by Ken Badger (YRC Retired).

The winners in the various flights and competitions were:

Championship Flight:

1st Place: Rob Ingersoll (DCP), Jason Hammer (DCP), Scott Grieb (DCP), and Bob Fry (DCP Retired).

All smiles from the Dauphin County Prison Foursome who took 1st place in the Championship Flight!

2nd Place: Dave Bliss (UPS), Greg Rickert (Retired), Scott Wynegar (UPS), and Nate Paulus (UPS).

3rd Place: Stephen Brudowsky (YRC Retired), Al Swipe (YRC Retired), Wayne Jefferson (YRC), and Dwayne Easter (YRC)

Second Flight:

1st Place: Ken Badger (YRC Retired), Brian Groebel (YRC), Ron Maddison (YRC Retired), and John Matter (YRC Retired).

2nd Place: Ken Geesey (UPS), Robert Blake (UPS), Brad McIndoe (UPS), and Tom Bauer (UPS).

This crew from UPS was in it to win it! sporting matching shirts in a show of unity finished a respectable 2nd in the second flight

3rd Place: Nolan Schaff (PCP), Greg Kline (PCP), Adam Briggs (PCP), and Kevin McMullan (PCP).

Third Flight:

1st Place: Lars Cline (ABF), Matt Craig (ABF), Mike Lochiatto (ABF) and Tyler Leber (ABF).

2nd Place: Douglas Kauffman (New Penn Retired), Jackie Rice (ABF), Richard Clemens (New Penn), and Ralph DeSanto (New Penn Retired).

3rd Place: Colt Seltzer (UPS), Matt White (UPS), T.J. Altland (UPS) and Ron Krieger (UPS).

Closest to the Pin #3: Tyler Babula (UPS)

Closest to the Pin #7: Greg Rickert (Retired)

Closest to the Pin #13: Tim Miller (DCP)

Closest to the Pin #16: John Wells (UPS)

Longest Drive Ladies: Erin Johnson (Perry County)

Longest Drive Seniors: Steve Billet (UPS)

Longest Drive Mens: Dylan Border (ABF)

Think you’ve got what it takes to tee up with these guys? We’ll be doing it again next year, so work on your game, get a foursome together, and come on out for a day of great golf, great food, and great fellowship!

The tournament isn't just for guys ladies, come on out and play if golf is your game!

A Fearsome Foursome if there ever was one!

James Handley (New Penn retired) won the 50/50 drawing....

and Ken Badger (YRC Retired) won the consolation prize of an Eagles Crossing Golf Club Gift Card.

To view additional photos from the Golf Tournament please visit the Photo Gallery

Yellow, New Penn Members Job Fair

Local 776 has scheduled a job fair for Yellow and New Penn Members. Please see below for details:

UPS Teamsters: Contract Voting Instructions

Active rank-and-file UPS Teamsters can begin voting on the new UPS Teamsters National Master Agreement. Voting will remain open from August 3 to August 22, 2023 – with the final results being announced on August 22, 2023.

Active UPS Teamsters will receive voting instructions in the mail. Watch the video below for step-by-step instructions on casting your ballot. If you do not receive your voting instructions by August 9, 2023, contact the Local Union Hall Office during normal business hours at 717-233-8766.