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Our Mission
We provide every member with fair and equal representation while defending workplace rights, strengthening trade union values, and improving the lives of our members, their families, and communities.
Serving Since 1942
More than eight decades of strength, service and solidarity.
About SEIU Local 175
A Legacy of Service, Strength & Solidarity
Founded on March 14, 1942, SEIU Local 175 was originally chartered as Local 175 of the Building Service Employees International Union. When the international union changed its name in 1968, Local 175 became part of the Service Employees International Union.
Today, SEIU Local 175 proudly represents approximately 750 Princeton University employees working across Athletics Grounds, Building Services, Campus Dining, Facilities, Landscape Grounds, Logistics, Mail Services, Sanitation and Site Protection.
1942
Year Founded
750+
Proud Members
9
Work Sectors
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Our Commitment
We protect confidential member information, act with honesty and integrity, and remain committed to ensuring every member receives respect, dependable support, fair treatment, and access to justice always.
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Our Vision
We envision a just society where every worker is valued, respect prevails, and families and communities have opportunities to grow, succeed, and build a future together for generations.
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Summer Transfer Program
Since approximately 1981, our Summer Transfer Program has supported member career development, created valuable workplace opportunities, and produced many meaningful success stories throughout our proud union community together.
Our Shared History
The History of SEIU
The Service Employees International Union was founded in Chicago on April 23, 1921, as the Building Service Employees International Union. Its earliest members included janitors, elevator operators and window washers. As its membership expanded, the union adopted the name Service Employees International Union in 1968.