Union activity on a resume

[Morettis]

Is Union activity / involvement seen as a plus or a minus on a resume for a major airline?

I can see how it can go either way, so I'd like to see what the general consensus is.

Thanks

 

[Sacha]

Minus. Look at it logically though. If you have to even ask for an opinion or consensus, then I would err on the safe side and don't put it down or mention it in the interview.

 

[waveflyer]

Irrelevant is the best word. Don't put it down.
That said AlbieF15 is your best resource here- emerald coast is very good

 

[Morettis]

That's what I was leaning towards. Thanks for the input guys.

 

[ASA_DFW]

Do not do it. Keep it off your resume. Do not mention it in the interview.

 

[weasel_lips]

Why in the hell would you put that on your resume? The last thing a company wants to hire is a prounion type. Keep that a secret....

 

[Fubijaakr]

Agreed. I'm a very proUnion guy, but unless it was your only employment, leave it off.

 

[scoreboardII]

Putting union activity on your resume is like putting your political party affiliation is a communist. What could go wrong?

 

[spitfire1500]

If you're applying to Fed Ex, UPS or SWA...definately put it on there..........

 

[Whataburger]

I would put Comm Chair, Schedule Chair or something of that nature. Both of those are leadership positions where you are trying to make a change. I would not put MEC or LOCAL Chair, etc. It shows you might be a pain in the ass.