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Sometimes, keeping a job isn’t worth the cost when there isn’t enough work.

This worker has spent three years on the roster at a union hotel but has received very little work during that time. When allowed to be interviewed, he showed up but ended up not getting the position. Now, after being told they need to start paying union fees, they’re questioning whether staying on the roster still makes financial sense.

It’s frustrating when a job offers very little income but still comes with ongoing costs. Read the full story below to find out more.

On-call position but union.

3 years ago, I was hired by this union hotel for an on-call banquet server position.

I am the last person with seniority, and through all these 3 years, I only managed to work like 3-4 times the entire year.

I was never asked to pay any union fees. Neither I think HR signed me to the union.

I was more hoping to get my foot to the door to a regular position there.

This man did not get the position and was asked to pay the union fees to continue working.

A room-dining server position opened, and I asked the manager to be considered for it.

She asked me to interview again. She ended up not giving me the position.

Meanwhile, I was contacted by the new HR that I will have to pay union fees to continue working there.

The manager scheduled me for 2 events next week. I really don’t want to pay union fees and make just $40 out of the shift.

I barely get any work. Would I miss anything if I quit?

Three years without barely getting any shifts can be really frustrating. It’s understandable why OP felt that way. Before quitting, though, I think it would be worth confirming exactly what the union fees cover. This would allow him to make an informed decision and weigh the pros and cons of his options.

Let’s see the comments of other Redditors.

This user shares some advice.

Plain and simple.

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And lastly, a quick comment.

Not every job opportunity is worth holding onto.

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