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Jim Fisher Volvo
Union Organizing
Mechanics vote for union at Jim Fisher Volvo
Mechanics and lube technicians at a Portland Volvo dealership voted 7 to 3 to be represented by the Machinists District Lodge W24.
Union Organizing
Jim Fisher Volvo hires union-buster
A federal disclosure shows Jim Fisher himself made the agreement with a union-busting firm. Mandatory antiunion meetings started immediately.Â
Union Organizing
Jim Fisher Volvo mechanics look to unionize with Machinists
Workers pay to go to Volvo mechanic school hoping for a well-paying job, but end up making near minimum wage, and buying their own tools.
