Workers affiliated with Teamsters Local 283 are on strike for better pay and safe working conditions at Marathon Petroleum’s Detroit refinery. Marathon Petroleum’s response?
Hiring temporary workers at double the paywith a severely inadequate level of training.

Scabs are not properly trained to fill the place of striking workers. This is Dangerous.

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Overview

Workers affiliated with Teamsters Local 283 have initiated a strike to demand improved wages and safer working conditions at Marathon Petroleum’s refinery located in Detroit. The strike highlights the employees' concerns regarding their compensation and the health and safety standards at the facility, which they believe e insufficient.

In response to the labor action, Marathon Petroleum has decided to hire temporary workers at double the usual pay rate. However, this solution has raised significant concerns, as these temporary workers are being brought on with a notably inadequate level of training, potentially jeopardizing both their safety and the operational integrity of the refinery.

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Why this is dangerous

Workers with more than 2 years of experience are required to hold high-pressure licenses. Although these temporary hires are working under licensed engineers, the absence of properly credentialed and trained staff creates serious safety risks.

Workers on strike were trained for 1 year initially, and the vast majority hold high-pressure licenses. Now, almost everyone is working without a license, not just a few new people.

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How you can help

By clicking the link above, you'll be sending an email to Michigan Governor Whitmer’s Office, Detroit Mayor Duggan’s office, and Detroit City Council members urging them to address the safety concerns of Marathon’s Detroit Refinery.

Thank you for taking action to protect workers and Teamsters Local 283.