October 14, 2018October 14, 2018 by Steve

GCA927

SMART Transportation Division
General Committee of Adjustment 927
is a labor union located in Tyler, Texas, representing Trainmen, Engine and Yardmen on the Union Pacific Railroad in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana

Local #823 member killed in on-duty collision December 20, 2024
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of SMART-TD member and Union Pacific Conductor Phillip Araujo. As recently reported, he and his engineer, Clay Burt, lost their lives when their train collided with a tractor-trailer in Pecos City, Texas. Brother Ryan Monts of BLET Division 212 has started […]
“Three Pack” attacks: SMART councils meet to fortify union in California December 20, 2024
The Recruitment and Retention, Roofing and Building Enclosure, and Production Workers and Sign Councils met in Cathedral City, California, in December 2024. Dubbed the “Three Pack Attack,” the council meetings convened sheet metal and transportation leaders from all over North America to focus on both holistic challenges and specific industry landscapes. The post “Three Pack” […]
The Safety Of Our BNSF Brothers And Sisters Is Not For Sale! December 20, 2024
Join SMART-TD in challenging BNSF’s request to continue to degrade our safety! If it isn’t safe enough for passengers, it isn’t safe enough for us! The post The Safety Of Our BNSF Brothers And Sisters Is Not For Sale! appeared first on SMART Union.
Tragic Collision in Pecos, Texas Claims Two Lives December 19, 2024
A collision between a Union Pacific train and a tractor-trailer in Pecos, Texas, on December 18 resulted in the deaths of two railroad workers. SMART-TD extends condolences to the victims' families and to Local 823 in their time of grieving. The post Tragic Collision in Pecos, Texas Claims Two Lives appeared first on SMART Union.