Teamsters Local 986

Over 90 years of proudly serving Union families on the Central Coast, with a legacy spanning four generations of activism and leadership.

Local 986 Santa Maria

Representing a diverse range of professions, including sanitation, transit, public sector, and clerical employees.

Teamsters Local 986

stands as the largest and most impactful union in the Western United States.

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About Local 986

Chartered in 1948, Local 986 grew steadily during the post-World War II industrial expansion of Southern California. Under the dynamic leadership of M.E. “Andy” Anderson, Michael J. Riley and John F. Harren, the Local organized a wide variety of job classifications from parking lot attendants to airline pilots. For decades, this local union has been at the forefront of organizing new members and has assisted other local unions with their organizing campaigns. This dynamic growth and superior representation was noticed by other Locals who asked to merge into 986 in order to seek common goals and expanded opportunities.

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Teamsters Construction Training School

The Teamsters Construction Training Center is committed to providing high-quality training to ensure our members are prepared to deliver exceptional work for our union companies. We proudly serve construction members from signatory locals #87, #166, #186, #848, and #986.

Our training center is located in Fontana, California, with an off-road training site in Pomona, California. Hazardous materials courses can be conducted at your worksite or at our facilities for your convenience.

The training school also offers night and weekend classes to accommodate your schedule. Please contact us today for class schedules and get more information about the Training School.

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Organize your Workplace!

Form a Union Today!

Organize: Connect with like-minded co-workers.

Consult: Speak with a Teamsters Local 986 Organizer.

Build Support: Achieve majority backing.

Show Support: Hold an election or card-check.

Once certified, your employer must negotiate your wages, benefits, and working conditions. Take action now!

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