Local 282 members take pride in knowing we have played a part in the creation of nearly every landmark building and major construction project in the greater New York area. We, and our union brothers who preceded us, have literally helped to create modern New York - from the Manhattan skyline to the post war suburbs of Long Island. The origins of Teamster Local 282 go back to the founding of the Teamsters union. While much has changed over the past century, the strength and power of our union has remained constant. The success of Local 282 is a testament to those who came before us, who stood together to form a union and a labor movement. Together, they achieved the 40-hour workweek, healthcare and pension benefits and health and safety standards.