Common use of Temporary Upgrades Clause in Contracts

Temporary Upgrades. Senior qualified and available employees may be temporarily upgraded for absentee relief, vacation relief, or other temporary situations occurring in their respective line of progression/advancement. Employees will receive the applicable upgrade rate for the position they are filling. These upgrades should last less than one-hundred twenty (120) days. If the upgrade exceeds one-hundred twenty (120) days, the Company will discuss the reasons for the extension and the Union will be provided an opportunity to provide alternatives.

Temporary Upgrades. Senior qualified and available employees may be temporarily upgraded for absentee relief, vacation personal leave relief, or other temporary situations occurring in their respective line of progression/advancementprogression or upgrade preference. Employees will receive the applicable upgrade rate for the position they are filling. These upgrades should last less than one-hundred twenty (120) days. If the upgrade exceeds one-hundred twenty (120) days, the Company will discuss the reasons for the extension and the Union a permanent position will be provided an opportunity to provide alternativesopened by the Company. This position shall be filled through promotion on the basis of unit seniority and qualifications.