Health Care
Who is eligible to become a Participant in the Plan?
Employees of contributing Employers, whose employment is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement by and between Local Union 966 of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and their Employer which requires contributions to be made to the Fund on their behalf, shall be eligible to enroll for coverage under this Plan.
What if I don’t work enough hours to gain eligibility for the month?
To gain initial eligibility, your employer must make contributions on your behalf to the Health Fund.
How do I maintain my monthly Health Care coverage?
To continue eligibility after satisfying the initial requirements, the Employee must have the required, continuing Employer contributions made on his or her behalf to the Health Fund. An Employee’s eligibility will terminate on the last day of the month for which an Employer contributes to the Health Fund on his or her behalf.
Pension
Can I still work and collect my pension after I retire?
You cannot work in the same industry, craft or trade.
What is the early retirement age?
Age 62, but early reduced calculations will be applied.
What is the normal age of retirement?
Age 65 for a normal unreduced pension benefit.