IBEW HISTORY Founded in 1891 as a part of the AFL, The Union (IBEW) emerged out of simply horrid working conditions for electrical workers. At the time of their founding, being an electrical worker meant making about $10 a week, low even for the era, and a death/injury rate that was double other industrial jobs.

The Construction Wireman and Construction Electrician Program allows workers to work towards achieving status as a Journeyman wireman. This program evaluates each worker based on his or her documented work experience and hands on capabilities.  We offer excellent pay and bennifits that include contractor paid full family insurance and retirement.

Journeyman level electricians make an industry high family sustaining wage plus contractor paid insurance and retirement with IBEW Local 1340.  Our members have a say in the workplace by working under an agreement between IBEW Local 1340 and our NECA electrical contractor partners.   Our Current Journeyman Wage & Benefits Package includes: $30.00 per Hour (In Pocket) $6.