On January 16, 2008 as the Teamsters Joint Council 10 Tractor Trailer played music and the Local 633 strike force, headed up by Principal Officer David W Laughton, grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, the mood was truly festive for a group of First Student Bus Drivers in Nashua New Hampshire looking to become Teamsters after enduring a three month long blistering management attack.

When all was said and done, the vote was an overwhelming three to one margin of victory.  Principal Officer David W Laughton stated, “This victory sets the pace for Organizing in 2008.  These courageous men and women withstood some of the most outrageous management acts one can imagine, and they stayed strong showing true Teamster pride.”The newest Local 633 members proudly joined in the celebration, enjoying the music during an impromptu January cookout.  Joint Council 10 Organizer Roger Travers stated, “This campaign was a war. From the first meeting to the counting of the final ballot, management took every opportunity to put tremendous pressure on these brave women and men, but the level of unity and determination that this group showed would not be shut down.  I am proud of what these workers have accomplished.”The Nashua, New Hampshire First Student Bus Drivers join the Derry, New Hampshire drivers who voted overwhelming to join Local 633 just weeks ago, and the Salem, New Hampshire Bus Drivers who have enjoyed Teamster representation since 1997.  “The word is out, and the word is Strong Teamster representation.  We will continue to bring our message of strength and unity to all unorganized men and women. It is catching on that when you are covered by a strong Teamster contract, your family and your fellow workers are truly uplifted,” said Secretary-Treasurer David Laughton.

Contract proposals are currently being scheduled and negotiations will be underway shortly.