I've recently received a promotion from my job.... went from expendable to essential..
But seriously they say HVAC is essential and we have to carry papers to show if we get stopped.
I travel quite a bit and have 4 to 5 guys in my crew and are mostly away from people generally, but we've changed our weekly time sheet turn in from Monday to Friday so they can be sure to get our pay out the next week.
I think those higher up in companies will see that even the lowest level workers are essential to help run a business.. im not saying up everyone's rates as I believe you should hard work your way up but even a small bonus of some sort makes people want to stay and better themselves and the company they work for... well usually..I have seen those people who just dont get it.