As you prepare your holiday feast, make sure to choose American-made, union-produced goods. Together, we can celebrate the season while supporting those who keep our communities strong. #UnionProud #UnionWay #Thanksgiving2024
Dear Local 589 Members, Join us for an evening of celebration, camaraderie, and holiday cheer! Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 Holiday Party Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Location: IBEW L103, 256 Freeport Street, Dorchester, MA Tickets are $40 each, with a limit of 2 tickets per member. Only…
Join Local 589’s Executive Board in celebrating National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 17-23)! A special thanks to Local 589 Equipment Maintenance Delegate, John Mersereau, for leading the launch of the inaugural MBTA Rail Vehicle Maintenance Technician Training Program. This year’s program was a resounding success, and we proudly celebrate the achievements of its graduates. We look…
Today, we honor all who have served our country with courage and dedication, particularly our Local 589 and fellow ATU brothers and sisters. Your service has strengthened our nation and ensured our safety. Thank you, veterans, for your unwavering commitment. #VeteransDay #thankyouforyourservice
Don’t miss our next union meeting, offered at two convenient times. It’s a great way to stay informed and catch up with your fellow union brothers and sisters. Remember, an informed membership makes a strong union.
ATTENTION MEMBERS: Later this week, the MBTA will be posting internal bids for bus, streetcar and heavy rail operating positions. These bids will be open for approximately two weeks. If any active members have previously applied to external postings for these positions, you will have to re-apply through these bids. If anyone is interested in…
This week, focus groups of Streetcar Motorpersons from the Green Line viewed the full-scale mockup of the upcoming Type 10 car. This mockup is the result of ongoing collaboration between Local 589 and MBTA vehicle engineering, featuring a cab space with improved legroom and visibility compared to the previous Type 9 vehicle. The operator’s cab…
This election day, it’s important to make your voice heard! As a public transit worker, the decisions made by elected officials directly affect things like your salary, your benefits, and your work environment. Politics affect every aspect of your job, so make sure you are involved in this year’s elections. Check your polling location in…
When shopping for Halloween candy, let your dollars support fair wages and respect for workers’ rights. Choose treats that back good jobs and uphold the value of American labor. #UnionStrong #Solidarity #Halloween #MadeInAmerica
Below is a list of pro-union, pro-transit candidates our union has endorsed in the Massachusetts general election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. On Election Day, polls are open from 7am to 8pm ET. All members, retirees, and their families are encouraged to support these candidates. Click here if you are unsure where to vote. Let’s make…
The summer edition of Carmen’s Quarterly has arrived! This issue highlights some of the great events that took place this summer, including the Annual Golf Tournament, the MBTA Bus Roadeo and the first-ever Apprentice Graduation. Flip through for the latest information and updates for Carmen’s Union Local 589. Click on the magazine cover below to…
Dear Members, Representatives from the United Way will be at Cabot Garage on Monday, September 30, from 9:30 a.m. to noon to discuss their 2024 fundraising campaign. We encourage you to stop by if you’d like to learn more or get involved. In solidarity, Executive Board Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589
Join Local 589’s Executive Board in congratulating our members who competed in the MBTA’s 2024 Annual Rail Roadeo, held last weekend at Riverside. A total of 27 operators and 16 repairers, across six teams, demonstrated their impressive expertise in both operations and maintenance. Special recognition goes to the top performers: Operators: Antonio Juarez—Red Line Matthew…
Today, we honor our former union brother Gerard “Jerry” Dewan, who tragically lost his life on 9/11. Jerry grew up in Roslindale, attending Sacred Heart Grammar School and Don Bosco High School, before beginning his career as an Arborway driver with the MBTA. In 1996, he followed his passion and moved to New York to…