January 30, 2015 PITT Fund Position

Good day Brothers & Sisters

The PITT Fund Trustees have started the process of hiring a Client and Contractor Liaison. This position is open to all Journeyman members of Local 110, only successful candidates will be contacted for interview. The full job description is below; however any questions please contact Business Manager Kevin Lecht at the Edmonton union hall (780) 426-2874. The dead line for applications is 4:00 pm Friday February 20, 2015.

If interested please send resume to PITT Fund Trustees care of Shannon Tilley at shannont@insulators110.com

Job Title

Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 110 Client and Contractor Liaison

Reports To

Local 110 PITT Fund Trustees and Local 110 Business Manager

Summary

Identify and recruit worker leaders from non-union operations who are in need of union representation. Direct contact with clients and non signatory contractors regarding the benefits and utilization of a union workforce. Evaluate potential organizing targets, contact un-organized workers, develop leaders, mobilize members to support external organizing, plan and conduct campaigns.

This is not a 9 to 5 job – it requires long and varied hours, including early morning, evening and weekend work (as necessary). This opportunity requires travel and periods of being away overnight for varied amounts of time.

Job Duties

Know the services the union provides
Have an understanding of certification process
Researching into company or sector that is being targeted to find out history, funding, ownership, and other relevant information.
Demonstrate that the workers will be better able to resolve workplace issues of wages, benefits, and working conditions by forming a union
Anticipate and neutralize doubts that workers have about forming unions before these fears and loyalties to the status quo are kindled by the employer
Must travel
Negotiation
Public Speaking
Other duties as required.

Requirements

Journeyman member of the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 110
Both Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Public Relations
Marketing
Able to work in a team and self-motivated
Effective Listening
Creative Problem Solving
Working Under Pressure
Time Management
Confidence and Self Awareness
Research Skills
Computer Proficiency
Thorough knowledge of Employment Standards, Labour Relations Code (Federal and Provincial),
Valid Driver’s Licence
Ability to obtain valid passport
Alberta resident or willing to relocate

Working Conditions

Must work irregular hours with travelling required