Teamsters Local 25 welcomes Encore Boston Harbor casino workers
More than 80 cage cashiers recently held a vote to join the union.
Key Points
- Workers want improved benefits, higher pay and representation in the workplace through its alliance with the Teamsters union
- The group of cage cashiers approved the vote because of their belief in fairness and respect for all those working for Encore
A group of workers at Encore Boston Harbor have recently joined the Teamsters Local 25 union. After calling for a vote to embrace membership with the local union, a group of 85 cage cashiers approved the move.
Encore Boston Harbor worker Ranjana Thapa explained the motivation behind becoming Teamsters members.
Thapa said, “We joined the Teamsters because we believe in fairness, respect and building a better future for everyone on the job.
“It wasn’t easy, but we overcame every obstacle, stood together through the hard times, and never backed down.”
Cage cashiers are responsible for converting chips and money for casino customers. The group said it sought union representation with the Teamsters to fight for better benefits, higher pay and “a real voice in the workplace.”
Local 25 President Tom Mari commended the workers for voting in favor of membership.
He commented, “These workers fought long and hard, determined to win a strong voice on the job.
“All of us at Local 25 are ready to make sure these new members get the industry-leading pay and benefits that they deserve.”
More than 13,000 members and their families in the greater Boston and southern New England areas are part of Teamsters Local 25.
Encore Boston Harbor is home to more than 2,700 slot titles and 175 tables games and a poker room. The casino offers poker tournament play as well.
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