Members of the Craft Maintenance Council are scheduled to vote on authorizing a strike against Walt Disney World on November 19, 2026. The union represents skilled workers managing infrastructure maintenance and operating behind the scenes at the resort. Negotiations are ongoing for a new labor contract, with higher wages being the primary concern for the union. Disney’s initial contract proposal was rejected unanimously by workers in mid-October. The current collective agreement expired in late September but has been extended on a month-to-month basis during talks. Union leaders emphasize that striking would be a last resort if December negotiations fail to produce meaningful progress. If a strike is authorized, it would give union leadership authority to call off work but not initiate an immediate walkout. For now, workers continue operating under the extended agreement while both sides prepare for renewed negotiations in December.
Key Points:
- The Craft Maintenance Council includes eight trade unions representing skilled workers at Walt Disney World.
- Disney’s initial contract offer was unanimously rejected by workers on October 13.
- The previous contract expired on September 28, 2026, but has been extended on a month-to-month basis.
- The strike authorization vote is scheduled for November 19, 2026, to strengthen bargaining position ahead of December negotiations.