The record is devoid of any evidence to factually establish that the grievant was disciplined or that failure to contact him on February 11, 12 and 13, 1974, was intended as discipline. In this regard, we find that Article XVI of the 1973 National Agreement was not violated, and to this extent the grievance is denied. However, there is no contractual provision, nor is it intended, that part-time flexible employees be required to remain at home or to call the post office to ascertain whether their service is needed. In the instant case, there is no indication that the grievant would not be available on any day other than February 9, 1974. Additionally, it is apparent from the record that no prior scheduling took place, in this instance, including Saturday February 9, 1974. Consequently, the employee would not be aware of "the needs of the Service" until he was notified by local management. As the grievant is not guaranteed 40 hours of work...
Document Type: USPS Position Letter
APWU National Grievance Number: NBC1609