Unit 15
Allied Service Workers
Who We are
Unit 15 includes civil service custodians who clean various state buildings, laundry workers, supervising cooks, and food services workers in the prisons and other state institutions.
Unit 15 Leadership & Updates:
Unit 15 Bargaining Unit Negotiating Committee (BUNC)
2026 Bargaining Updates
Quarterly Newsletter
Unit 15 Joint Labor Management Committees:
Correctional Supervising Cooks JLMC
Custodians JLMC
Food Services JLMC
Upward Mobility JLMC
Our contract is the agreement between SEIU Local 1000 and the State that outlines our pay, our benefits, and our rights! Our bargaining team is gearing up to negotiate a new contract and what we win depends on how strong and united we are.
Here are the priorities our Bargaining Unit 15 team is bringing to the table:
Strong, Meaningful Raises
- A strong General Salary Increase (GSI) and Special Salary Adjustment (SSA) are essential for fairness, stability, and for keeping experienced staff in our institutions.
- A strong raise is also a sign of respect for the essential work Unit 15 workers perform every day.
Making Differentials PERSable
- Our jobs are physically demanding and often done in harsh institutional environments, which makes retirement security critical.
- Making recruitment, retention, and other differentials PERSable helps with retention, strengthens career longevity, and ensures members can retire with dignity.
Better and Lower‑Cost Healthcare, Dental, and Vision
- Lower premiums and better plan options reduce stress and improve wellness for our families.
- Stronger healthcare, dental, and vision benefits also support retention. Workers stay when their benefits are reliable and affordable.
Staff Wellness
- Heavy workloads, short staffing, and stressful environments take a real toll.
- Wellness means safety, rest, respect, proper staffing, effective training, reliable equipment, and access to mental‑health support.
Inside Unit 15
CDE proposed Special Schools Academic Calendar 2025-2026
Members of Bargaining Unit 3 as well as Bargaining Unit 20 met with the California Department of Education on March 18th, 2025, regarding the proposed Academic Calendar for 2025-2026. We went into the meeting with...
March 2025: Unit 15 Food Services (non-CDCR) JLMC Meeting
The Food Services Joint Labor Management Committee (JLMC) met on March 25, 2025, to discuss the impact of the new budget on food services, equipment updates, and changes in food service methods. Budget Concerns Transitioning to Cook/Serve Method...
Recent Updates from Unit 15
Celebrating the Achievements of Unit 15 Over the past year, Unit 15 has made remarkable strides in our mission to protect and enhance state work. Our dedicated efforts have not only strengthened our membership but also ensured the smooth...
February 2025:Unit 15 Statewide CSC Food Services JLMC Meeting
Our Union’s Bargaining Unit 15, representing Statewide CSC (Correctional Supervising Cook) Food Services, recently met with CalHR, CDCR, and CCHCS to address various issues affecting our operations statewide. We raised concerns on the following...
Important Retirement InformationDSH Food Services
We are reaching out to you to let you know you will be receiving a letter from DSH in the next few days. This is to inform you that DSH Food Services Technician’s Classic Retirement will be changing to Safety Retirement. You will have the option...
Membership Matters: 2024 in Review
As we close out 2024, it’s time to reflect on the significant milestones and achievements that have defined this year for Unit 15. This year has been pivotal, showcasing our collective strength and commitment to improving the lives of our members....
Message from Your Unit 15 Chair
What an incredible year it has been for Unit 15! We’ve hit numerous benchmarks and achieved significant milestones that have made this year truly exciting. Our stewardship has grown by over 10 new stewards, and we are eagerly looking forward to...
November 2024: Unit 15 Statewide CSC Food Services JLMC Meeting
Our Union’s Bargaining Unit 15, representing Statewide CSC (Correctional Supervising Cooks) Food Services, recently met with CalHR, CDCR, and CCHCS to address various issues affecting our operations statewide. We raised concerns on the following...
Celebrating National Food Service Workers Week:Honoring Our Unsung Heroes
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Update on Appendix S – 12.1 Business and Travel Expenses [New]
SEIU Local 1000 met with CalHR on July 22, 2024, and again on September 17, 2024, regarding implementing “New” Appendix S - 12.1 Business and Travel Expenses. As negotiated last year, the Business and Travel Expenses section (12.1) will be updated...
Appreciation for Our Custodians onInternational Custodian Day
On this International Custodian Day, I want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the tireless work you do behind the scenes. Your efforts often go unnoticed, but they are essential to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming...
A Message from the Bargaining Unit 15 Chair
We are pleased to announce that the elections for Bargaining Unit 15 have been successfully completed. We are excited to welcome some new members to our bargaining team. Their fresh perspectives and insights will be invaluable as we continue to...
August 2024: Unit 15 Statewide CSC Food Services JLMC Meeting
Our Union’s Bargaining Unit (BU) 15 Statewide Correctional Supervising Cook (CSC) Food Services Joint Labor Management Committee (JLMC) met with CalHR, CDCR and CCHCS to address issues we experience across the state. We voiced our concerns about...
Bargaining Unit 15 Upward Mobility Action
Put pressure on the state and send an email to your supervisor requesting the Upward Mobility Program. Click here to download a SAMPLE email you can send. Put pressure on the state and send an email to your supervisor...
Bargaining Unit 15 – DGS Custodians
SEIU Local 1000 Bargaining Unit 15 has been in communication with the Department of General Services (DGS) to understand the department’s policies in response to the Corvid-19 crisis and its impact on our Custodian workforce. Please check out...
Bargaining Unit 15 DGS “Office Hours”
Available Meeting Times: 11:00 a.m. – Noon or 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. For any questions or concerns, please contact Tone Valencia, SEIU Local 1000 Organizer, at: 916.717.3317 or email: [email protected] Available Meeting Times: 11:00 a.m. –...
Unit 15 Bargaining Team
Stronger Together Bargaining with the state is set to begin on April 13th. Our bargaining team is preparing for negotiations, supported by Local 1000’s Research, Field and Contract Departments, to gather input from members, organize worksite...
Unit 15 custodians use JLMC tool to improve workplace conditions
Bargaining Unit 15 custodians in state buildings around the Capitol have organized to achieve a string of recent improvements in working conditions through their Joint Labor Management Committee (JLMC). “We started the committee last year, and...