(SWANZEY, NEW HAMPSHIRE) – Thirty Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics in Cheshire County have voted unanimously to join Teamsters Local 633 in Manchester.

Jeffrey Padellaro, who serves as Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 633, said: “(EMT) Workers are essential in keeping communities across Cheshire County safe and secure and we could not be prouder to now represent them.  Cheshire County is the first county-run EMS facility in New England and now they are the first Unionized county-run facility in New England.  We look forward to working alongside our new Brothers and Sisters and securing an industry-leading contract for them.”

Cheshire County EMT John Williams said: “We are excited to join the Teamsters, (which has a) long history of supporting workers and strong representation - including at other departments in Cheshire County.  (It) was a big factor in why we voted to organize.  We look forward to this next chapter with Local 633 in our corner.”

Chartered in 1934, Teamsters Local 633 represents more than 5,200 workers in New Hampshire in several different sectors.

To Directly Access This Organizing Labor News Story, Go To: First Responders in New Hampshire Vote Unanimously to Join Teamsters - International Brotherhood of Teamsters