The issue in this grievance is whether the grievants are entitled to compensation for time spent opening and closing the gate to the station parking lot as they enter and leave the premises. The issue in this grievance is very similar to issues that the parties have already addressed in previous Step 4 decisions where the parties mutually agreed that the disputed time is not compensable: H4C-5K-C 4949 and H1C-5D-C 8533. According to the grievance file, the rolling gate is opened by the first employee who reports for duty and is closed by the last employee who leaves. The parking lot is provided, in part, for the convenience and security of the employees' vehicles. There is no contractual violation shown; this grievance is denied.
Document Type: USPS Position Letter
APWU National Grievance Number: H7C3VC21904
Craft: Clerk