Dispute Over PMRs with Dual Appointments as Casuals Working in Skilled Positions

A national-level grievance has been filed concerning the use of non-bargaining unit employees (PMRs) with a dual appointment as a casual being utilized in assignments requiring training and testing in violation of Article 7.1.B.3 of the National Agreement.  The APWU's position is that the Article 7.1.B.3 restrictions on casuals performing assignments requiring training and testing apply to all casuals, regardless of the installation size as well as to any non-bargaining unit employees with a dual appointment as a casual.