Business Representative

Operating Engineers Local 3

Business Representative

Based in Concord, CA

Position: Business Representative
Salary: $2,991.60 per week

Job Description:
The Business Representative is a person who represents the local union membership. Activities in which the Business Representative participates include negotiating on behalf of members; administering the collective agreement; resolving conflicts; organizing non-union workers; responding to inquiries and complaints; interpreting the collective agreement and applicable laws, legislation and regulations; servicing and educating the membership; conducting meetings; and promoting the trade union. The Business Representative also researches, prepares and presents submissions at various hearings, boards and appeal panels.

Minimum requirements:

• Must have 10 years experience working in the industry as a union Operating Engineer (may consider combination of union and industry experience if lack of qualified applicants)
• Must live in District 20 jurisdiction (i.e., Contra Costa and Alameda Counties)
• Must be a member of OE3 in good standing
• Must possess basic computer literacy skills (i.e. keyboard, MS Office Suite)
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Business Representatives must be capable of performing duties:

• In high stress (crisis management) situations
• During irregular and extended hours
• While adapting to frequently changing laws, regulations, personnel and corporate philosophies
• Under all types of job-site conditions
• In an independent manner without support staff

Business Representatives must also be prepared to travel, using various modes of transportation in all types of weather conditions, to urban, rural and remote locations.

A Business Representative must believe in, and be loyal to the trade union movement. A highly motivated self-starter, he or she is professional in both attitude and appearance. This person must be dedicated, flexible and adaptable with a willingness to commit to continual learning. As a leader and decision maker, the Business Representative must demonstrate common sense, diplomacy and strong interpersonal skills. As a liaison person, excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are required – including a level of literacy capable of reading and interpreting legal documents. Due to the confidential nature of this work, discretion and integrity are mandatory.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a résumé to Human Resources, via email: View email address on unionjobs.com

Résumés must be received by 5:00pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 .

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