Common use of Movement to a Higher Classification Clause in Contracts

Movement to a Higher Classification. When an employee is promoted or reclassified upward, the employee shall be given an immediate increase to the next highest rate in the new salary range which equals 5% or more, with the top step being highest rate of pay achievable. When an employee in a career ladder eligible position obtains a professional water certification, the employee shall be given an immediate increase to the next highest position in the career ladder in the same step. Career ladder eligible positions are the Utility Worker, Water Treatment Plant Operator, and Crew Leader positions. The top step is the highest rate of pay achievable. Example: A Utility Worker WD1 on Step 3 shall be increased to a Utility Worker WD2 on Step 3.