Benefits & Services

Local 638 Teamsters benefit not only from great contracts, but also from a rich variety of services and opportunities. Check them out and use them. They're part of the advantage of belonging to North America's Most Powerful Labor Union. Pensions

Central States Pension

Because our members work under different contracts in a broad range of industries, not all Local 638 members are on the same pension plan.

Contact your shop steward or business agent to find out more.

For more information, call the Local office at:

612-379-1533 or 1-800-247-7757

Health & Welfare Fund

If your contract includes participation in Local 638's Health & Welfare Fund, click here for the latest updates. Or contact us at 612-379-9157 for information.

Teamsters Service Bureau

Experienced counselors and planners help Teamsters and their families with career training, dislocated worker services, financial planning, issues surrounding drugs and alcohol - any personal or work-related issue - the Bureau encourages your call.

Confidential - safe - welcoming - non-judgmental.

Meet TSB Executive Director Jean Shomphe and staff

Teamsters Credit Union

A full range of services - loans, checking, savings and on-line advantages - available only to Teamsters and their families.

Teamsters Food Shelf

“Teamsters helping Teamsters” in time of need.

Scholarships

Five $2000 Scholarships, for use at any accredited university, college or vocational school, will be awarded to qualified winners who are selected by lot. Each award, to be received in two consecutive annual $1000 payment, must be used beginning the year of the drawing. Awards will be made payable, jointly, to the winner and the educational institution.