What makes a good Union Stewart...Good? - Electrician Talk - Professional Electrical Contractors Forum

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 08:56 PM

I have my opinion, as most people know. It is ,however, important, to decide for one's self. What kind of CHARACTER would you have as your leader?

PhatElvis · 11-04-2009, 09:19 PM

Good question, I have never met a good one.

sparky105 · 11-04-2009, 09:30 PM

1. A good steward is one that solves problems without causing problems
I get so sick of the a****** that wonders around jobs trying to get the men worked up because the craper is a couple hours late getting cleaned or Joe got 2 more hours overtime then Bob. the one that really sticks in my craw is when they partner you up with the stewart and he is always on "business for the good of the union"
2.A good Steward stop rumors with facts doesn't feed the fire with bulls***
3.A good steward represents the union and the men in a possitive proffesional manner and dosens't hide behind the office.

crap there I go again soap box sorry

sparky970 · 11-04-2009, 09:31 PM

Our leader tells you how he bid the job and if you can find a better way to do it, then do it. He does not micromanage and trusts the JW's to get the job done.

EDM · 11-04-2009, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by RIVETER

I have my opinion, as most people know. It is ,however, important, to decide for one's self. What kind of CHARACTER would you have as your leader?

The shop steward (not stewart) is NOT our leader. He is a representative.

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by EDM

The shop steward (not stewart) is NOT our leader. He is a representative.

I re-read my post and you are correct. I am usually phanittical about my spellin but it just slipt out , sorry.

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 09:59 PM

Can you change the word stewart on my post to STEWARD?

RIVETER (not above mistakes)

EDM · 11-04-2009, 10:04 PM

It's getting to the point where every time I see one of your posts I just want to reach thru the interweb and smack you in the face. I just can't help it.

nolabama · 11-04-2009, 10:09 PM

having never worked union i must ask that stewart you talk about - he do any NASCAR racein' i bet he's a blast to work around

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by EDM

It's getting to the point where every time I see one of your posts I just want to reach thru the interweb and smack you in the face. I just can't help it.

If you were here you might think differently. I judge people by the responsibility that they take for themselves, and their families. Are you responsible? You are probably a good guy but I wonder why you did not vote yesterday...is that not a responsibility?

EDM · 11-04-2009, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RIVETER

If you were here you might think differently. I judge people by the responsibility that they take for themselves, and their families. Are you responsible? You are probably a good guy but I wonder why you did not vote yesterday...is that not a responsibility?

No, it's not a responsibility.

What's the point in voting when both possible candidates are equally bad?

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 10:22 PM

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No, it's not a responsibility.

What's the point in voting when both possible candidates are equally bad?

I don't understand why you don't care how I know that you did not vote in NEW JERSEY. But...I know that you did not. But that is not really the point. You have anger issues, and I have had them when I wanted what was best and it didn't seem to happen. You have to remember, though, don't take it out on your fellow worker who is in the same situation. And I am a proud union worker too.

EDM · 11-04-2009, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RIVETER

I don't understand why you don't care how I know that you did not vote in NEW JERSEY.

You know because you read my post last night. New Jersians, who you vote for?

Do you think you are slick or something? Oh wow, you got one over one me, you know my voting history!

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But...I know that you did not. But that is not really the point. You have anger issues, and I have had them when I wanted what was best and it didn't seem to happen. You have to remember, though, don't take it out on your fellow worker who is in the same situation. And I am a proud union worker too.

I want to smack you again!!! You just bring the anger out in me

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by EDM

You know because you read my post last night. New Jersians, who you vote for?

Do you think you are slick or something? Oh wow, you got one over one me, you know my voting history!

I want to smack you again!!! You just bring the anger out in me

You are not quite ready to be a steward, as yet, or for that matter, a stewart, either.

brian john · 11-04-2009, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by sparky105

1. A good steward is one that solves problems without causing problems
I get so sick of the a****** that wonders around jobs trying to get the men worked up because the craper is a couple hours late getting cleaned or Joe got 2 more hours overtime then Bob. the one that really sticks in my craw is when they partner you up with the stewart and he is always on "business for the good of the union"
2.A good Steward stop rumors with facts doesn't feed the fire with bulls***
3.A good steward represents the union and the men in a possitive proffesional manner and dosens't hide behind the office.

crap there I go again soap box sorry

Good Post, the few steward's I have been around caused more problems than they solved.

EDM · 11-04-2009, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by RIVETER

You are not quite ready to be a steward, as yet, or for that matter, a stewart, either.

I am certified to be a steward.

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 10:53 PM

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I am certified to be a steward.

One out of two isn't bad. EDM, you have to try to remember,I am on your side, really. If you are qualified Steward material then someone , or many ,think a lot of you. I won't challenge that fact, You are vocal and provocative in your speech, and there is a need for people not afraid to speak out. Speaking the truth will gain more respect. I go by ...If you always tell the truth...you don't have to have a good memory.

P.S. I smacked myself for you. Good luck.

EDM · 11-04-2009, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by RIVETER

One out of two isn't bad. EDM, you have to try to remember,I am on your side, really. If you are qualified Steward material then someone , or many ,think a lot of you. I won't challenge that fact, You are vocal and provocative in your speech, and there is a need for people not afraid to speak out. Speaking the truth will gain more respect. I go by ...If you always tell the truth...you don't have to have a good memory.

P.S. I smacked myself for you. Good luck.

You are SUCH a troll and it really makes me jealous...

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 10:59 PM

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You are SUCH a troll and it really makes me jealous...

I am not sure but coming from you that may be a compliment.Thanks for the KUDOS.

P.S. I will PM you to find out what a troll is.

RIVETER · 11-04-2009, 11:18 PM

EDM, I don't know if you are aware of it , or not, but sometimes a THREAD can become boring if it is hijacked by a couple of guys needling each other. I don't want this thread to be taken over by someone who is always just trying to get his point across.It is not good for the forum, or for the electrical industry, as well. So for the good of the forum I am asking you to get off.