I was employed at Behlman GMC as a driver for the parts department before coming to work as a Organizer/Business Agent in June of 2008 and I look forward to organizing the un-organized. In 2013 I was elected as Vice President of Local 618, and in 2016 to President, and in 2020 as Principal Officer/Secretary Treasurer. I look forward to continue representing our current members at Avis Rent-A-Car, Gexpro, Kemira Water Solutions, G&N Service, Hertz, Fabick Tractor, Buckeye Chemicals, Trans States Flight Attendants, Signature Flight Group, and many others while performing my duties as Principal Officer/Secretay Treasurer.
If anyone should know of anyone wanting to become members of the Teamsters feel free to contact me at 314-426-4618.
Appointments :
2008 Assistant Political Director
2016 Political Director
Delegate Teamsters Joint Council 13
Trustee Joint Council 13
UAA Pension Trustee
Automotive Petroleum & Allied Industries Employees Welfare Fund Trustee
I have proudly been a member of Teamsters Local 618 since January 2006 as a Customer Servie Representative for Penske Truck Leasing. I became Shop Steward and continued in that position until July 2017 when I was appointed as a Business Agent.
I previously served my country as a Military Policeman in the United States Army, and I am a Gulf War veteran.
I have been married to my wife Sarah since 2001 and have two sons. I look forward to representing our great members of Teamsters Local 618.
“I will never apologize for standing up for my fellow Teamsters and all American workers.” - James P. Hoffa
My Teamster career began in 1996 picking grocery for Schucks Warehouse. In 1998 I began working for Pepsi Cola in the box department delivering equipment to special events, and then full service, syrup, bulk, and conventional routes. In 2001 I began my career at Grey Eagle Beer Distributers as a Driver/Warehouseman where I served as Shop Steward. In 2018 I became the Recording Secretary of Teamsters Local 618 and now represent our membership in the auto dealers, and many other industries. My father, grandfather, uncle, and great uncle were all Teamsters dating back to the 1940’s.
Appoinments:
Marc Emsoff (Trustee)
I have been a member of Teamsters Local 618 for over thirthy years. I started my membership into Local 618 at Overland Garage. I'm employed at Ryder Truck Rental . I have also proudly served my Country while in the United States Marines. In 2008 I was named Marine of the year by the Marine Corps League. Additionally I served in past years as a Local 618 Sgt-at-Arms. I look forward to serving the membership in whatever duties I may be assigned to assist in.
Marvin Kropp 4-1-1960 - 12-23-2019
Marvin Kropp was a third generation Teamster and began his Teamster membership in 1978 working at E.I.S Brake Parts Warehouse. In 1979 he was elected as Shop Steward before being appointed as a Business agent in 1984. Throughout his years working at the hall he had served in every leadership role in the Local Union. Along with his duties as Business Agent he also served as Trustee, Recording Secretary, Vice President, President and Secretary Treasurer/ Principle Officer. He had represented Just about every industry in Teamsters Local 618 during his tenure as an Officer of this great Local Union. He always took pride in his service to the members of Local 618 and was always willing to help any member if possible.
Career Overview
Shop Steward- 1979
Business Agent- 1984
Trustee- 1998
Recording Secretary- 2001
Vice President- 2005
President- 2008
Principle Officer- 2009
Appointments
Trustee Central States Pension & Health & Welfare Fund
Local 618 Political Director- 2001-2006
Teamsters Joint Council 13 Delegate
United Automotive Pension Trustee
Teamster Medicare Trustee 2005-2007
Local 618 Health & Welfare Trustee
I.B.T Airline Advisory Board
I.B.T Industrial Trades Policy Commitee
I.B.T Division Representative
Missouri/Kansas/Nebraska President
Teamsters Joint Council 13 President
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