Category: Amtrak/Commuter
Amtrak Thinks No AC Is No Problem! They Are Dead Wrong
As shown by SMART-TD Conductor Robert Cleverly's harrowing experience, Amtrak's cost-cutting measures put workers and passengers at risk. The union is demanding that Amtrak respect the role of Assistant Conductor and prioritize worker welfare over budget cuts.
Boston rally tomorrow 10/23: Stand with Keolis commuter railroad workers
We are calling all available members to join forces with our 500 dedicated SMART-TD brothers and sisters at the MBTA commuter railroad operated by Keolis in Boston, Massachusetts.
SMART-TD Transit Union welcomes FTA’s historic directive to combat operator assaults
Our multi-year effort to protect our bus and transit membership takes a significant step ahead when FTA announces its first directive to stop operator assaults.
Amtrak agreement ratified by 3-to-1 margin
A new 7-year agreement delivers improved pay, training and healthcare to over 2,100 SMART-TD members.
De-escalation training helps conductors avert potential Amtrak disaster
Nathan Hatton learned de-escalation techniques at SMART-TD's 2024 National Training Seminar in July. A month later, he was confronted with a situation which, improperly handled, could have been catastrophic.
SMART-TD celebrates Arizona law that protects transit workers
“This new law represents a new day in Arizona. If you put your hands on a SMART-TD member or any transit professional, you’re going to have to face real consequences.” —SMART-TD Transit Union’s Arizona Safety and Legislative Director Scott Jones
FRA denies railroads’ request to run without watchdog technology
FRA nixed an attempt by two Class I carriers and three passenger carriers to be able to shut down critical safety tech for as long as three days. The SMART-TD railroad union’s public comment was a big reason why.
Amtrak general committees announce tentative agreement
General chairpersons who handle SMART-TD’s Amtrak properties announce that they’ve negotiated improvements in the latest tentative agreement, including substantial wage increases and back pay. The contract will be placed before members for consideration in the very near future.