Workers at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino join Teamsters union
A group of employees has voted to unionise with Teamsters Local 986.
US.- A group of 130 front desk employees at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas has voted to unionise with Teamsters Local 986. They have joined more than 250 Teamsters in valet, horticulture, warehouse, and call centre positions. Nationwide, the Teamsters represent nearly 6,000 members at casinos and casino hotels.
Tommy Blitsch, director of the Teamsters Convention, Trade Show, and Casino Division, said: “We’re building power across the casino industry, and workers are stepping up because they know the Teamsters fight and deliver. This victory at Mandalay Bay is part of a growing movement of hospitality workers demanding respect, security, and a stronger future.”
Tim Vera, president of Local 986, added: “Front desk workers are the face of the property and the heartbeat of the guest experience. These workers deserve strong representation and a contract that reflects the value they bring every single day. Local 986 is proud to welcome them into our family, and we’re ready to fight alongside them for the future they deserve.”
