A on line casino employees strike at Caesars Southern Indiana ended this week after almost two weeks, as Teamsters Local 89 and Operating Engineers Local 399 members authorised a brand new five-year contract.
The work stoppage affected about 140 of the property’s 900-plus workers. The on line casino is owned by VICI Properties and operated by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Employees had been with no contract for greater than a month. Union leaders were pleased with the brand new deal, calling it a “new foundation for members going forward.”
The contract contains firm participation within the Teamsters 401(okay) plan, a $1,500 bonus, $5 in annual pay will increase over the period of the contract, the best to hold raises between departments when transferring, and continued union healthcare with an choice to make the most of a higher-tier plan.
“Now that the dust has settled and the strike has ended with a powerful new contract, we want to encourage all the Caesars Southern Indiana guests who have been honoring our picket line to return to the casino, have a great time, reconnect with our members who have always provided such amazing service, and remember to tip them well when you win!” Teamsters management mentioned in an announcement. “It’s good luck to honor a picket line, so we hope you all win big when you return!”
Union members have been anticipated to return to work Monday. The property remained open all through the work stoppage with diminished staffing.
Several on line casino work stoppages have occurred nationwide over the previous few years.
In 2024, 30,000 Las Vegas Culinary and Bartenders union employees hit the picket line.
A 12 months earlier, employees at a number of main Las Vegas properties reached a labor deal simply earlier than a deliberate strike. Virgin Hotels additionally reached an settlement with employees earlier this 12 months after a contentious 69-day strike.
In December 2023, Detroit on line casino employees spent greater than a month on strike earlier than reaching an settlement with the town’s three industrial casinos.
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