Why Was SPSE-UPTE Founded?
In the 1970s, negative management policies, including arbitrary layoffs, brought LLNL employees together. SPSE-UPTE was created to stand against unfair practices and ensure:
Employee rights are respected.
Workplace fairness is upheld.
Decisions are made in the best interests of both employees and the Lab.
What Have We Achieved?
- 2008 Milestone:
- Skilled Trades employees voted for SPSE-UPTE representation.
- Successfully negotiated an enforceable contract with Lawrence Livermore National Security LLC.
- Democratic Leadership:
- Decisions are made by members and their elected representatives.
- Employee Advocacy:
- High member activism has driven positive changes and accountability within LLNL.
What Do We Stand For Today?
SPSE-UPTE is committed to:
Building a well-managed and accountable Laboratory.
Securing fair wages and job stability.
Supporting high-quality research and accessible education.
Management needs to hear a unified voice. Together, we can make LLNL a better place for all employees.
What’s New?
Stay informed with the latest updates:
April 2014 Monthly Memo:
- OpEd by Jeff Colvin & Roger Logan in the San Francisco Chronicle: "Privatizing National Lab Management Misguided."
Upcoming Events:
- Noontime Talk: "The LLNS Formal Written Complaint (Grievance) Process – What, When, and Why."
Join Us!
Your voice matters.
Join SPSE-UPTE today and help us build a better future for LLNL employees.