Technical
University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE)
The University of California employs about 4,642 technical support professionals in a highly diverse unit who provide a wide range of technical support services for academic and scientific research.
This systemwide bargaining unit is represented by the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE).
UC and UPTE are engaged in active negotiations for the new contract, and have been bargaining since June of 2024. The current contract for this bargaining unit expires on October 31, 2024.