During the rally, 32BJ SEIU officials emphasized that the cleaners at Con Edison are fighting for fair wages and basic benefits, pointing out the disparity with the utility plant workers who have successfully unionized and secured better pay under the state's 2020 prevailing wage law. They criticized Nelson Services for failing to address the workers' needs, highlighting a sense of urgency in the demand for improvement in their salaries and working conditions.
The employees expressed their frustration, stating that despite their efforts to reach out to Con Edison with petitions and rallies, the contractor Nelson Services continues to ignore their requests for better pay, which often aligns with the city's minimum wage. With other workers at different facilities being compensated fairly, there is a significant feeling of being overlooked by the management, leading to their continued calls for change.
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