Please keep in mind that the union pay scale is the LEAST you can be paid by contract. I have been a union member for 33 years and have been paid over union scale numerous times. Why? Because union folks make companies money too, contrary to what the N.R.T.W. folks would lead you to believe. By the way, I was eligible to retire as of two years ago, but, the money is good, I am still healthy and able, the work is safe and honest, and I am only adding to my already fat pension. Geez, what a lousy deal eh? LOL