Boeing and Local Union Firefighters Reach a Tentative Deal

Boeing Firefighters Still Locked Out on Memorial Day

Back on May 4th, Boeing locked out about 125 of its firefighters and emergency medical workers, disregarding IAFF Local I-66’s concerns regarding low pay and its impact on safety. Late Tuesday night the two parties reached a tentative deal.

The following joint statement between the Union workers and Boeing were shared:

“After new talks this week, Boeing and IAFF Local I-66 are pleased to share that we have come to a tentative agreement that would end the lockout and months of negotiations. This tentative agreement addresses the needs of our firefighters and the company, and the representatives of Boeing and the IAFF encourage the members of Local I-66 to vote yes. We look forward to working together productively.”

If the vote passes, firefighters can return to work as soon as Saturday morning.

Boeing had a lot of pressure on it during the 24 day lockout from legislators, other firefighters, and many local and national unions.