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A Legend Among Yardmasters: Remembering Brother Richard A. “Smitty” Smith
Local 1973 (Chicago, Ill.) is saddened to announce the passing of Brother Richard A. “Smitty” Smith, a longtime member and renowned Yardmaster who left a lasting impression on many of those who followed in his footsteps. Read on to learn more about his life and the lessons that he instilled in those who were fortunate enough to train with him. The post A Legend Among Yardmasters: Remembering Brother Richard A. “Smitty” Smith appeared first on SMART Union. — May 11
READ: Jobs for Life Agreement with Union Pacific
Read the September 19, 2025 Jobs for Life Agreement with Union Pacific. The post READ: Jobs for Life Agreement with Union Pacific appeared first on SMART Union. — May 11
San Diego transit workers build skills and solidarity through new SMART trainings
SMART Local 398 members from San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) and North County Transit District (NCTD) came together in February and April 2026 for two impactful rounds of training designed to educate, empower and build stronger connections within their workplace and across San Diego County transit employers. The post San Diego transit workers build skills and solidarity through new SMART trainings appeared first on SMART Union. — May 8
Leave Rail Safety to Railroaders
Yet another D.C. elitist publicly embarrassed himself by pretending to understand rail safety and the RSA. Read on for the details on the latest Harvard Grad who thinks he knows your job better than you. The post Leave Rail Safety to Railroaders appeared first on SMART Union. — May 7
Local 36 members rebuild roof of Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center
For SMART sheet metal workers, union solidarity and union craftsmanship go hand-in-hand. SMART Local 36 proved that with its work to rebuild the roof of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center. The post Local 36 members rebuild roof of Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center appeared first on SMART Union. — May 6

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