Members of Teamsters Locals 150 and 853 at Costco will hold a practice picket on January 14, ahead of the January 31 expiration of their contract. The Teamsters agreement with Costco covers over 18,000 workers nationwide. Costco Teamsters are demanding the strongest possible contract and are prepared to strike if the company fails to deliver.
Costco Teamsters are fighting for an industry-leading contract that reflects Costco's record-breaking profit margins, holds the company accountable for its supposed "pro-worker reputation," puts an end to the company's corporate backslide, and enables nonunion Costco workers to join the Teamsters without facing threats or intimidation from management. Last year, Costco recorded $254 billion in revenue and over $7.4 billion in net profit ? a sharp increase from $6.3 billion the previous year and a 135% increase from $3.1 billion in 2018.
WHAT: Costco Teamsters Practice Picket. WHEN: January 14, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ? 1:00 p.m. PST.
WHO: Costco rank-and-file Teamsters. WHERE: Costco Hayward Business Center, 22330 Hathaway Ave, Hayward, CA 94541. VISUALS: Costco Teamsters marching, holding picket signs.