Labor Unions

Overview

The City of Billings has three labor unions representing over 75% of the City’s total employees.

Teamsters Union - Local 190

The Teamsters Union – Local 190 represents the largest share of City employees with approximately 350 members. The effective dates of the current Contract between the City of Billings and Teamsters Local 190 are July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021.

Local 190 Contact Information

Jim Larson, Business Representative
Email Jim Larson

437 Kuhlman Drive
Billings, MT 59105

Ph: (406) 248-2658
Fx: (406) 248-1503

Local 521 IAFF

The Local 521 IAFF (International Association of Fire Fighters) represents the City’s 113 active firefighters. The effective dates of the current contract are July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2023.

Local 521 Contact Information

Kevin Bentz, President
Email Kevin Bentz

530 S. 27th Street
Billings, MT 59101

Ph: (406) 245-0964

Montana Public Employees Association – Billings Police Unit

The Montana Public Employees Association (MPEA)– Billings Police Unit – represents the City’s 106 sworn police officers. The effective dates of the current Contract between the City of Billings and the Montana Public Employees Association - Billings Police Unit are July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021.