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Designing and Maintaining 21st Century Electrical Systems

Affiliated Jacksonville Electrical Contractors not only maintain electrical systems and wiring, we desgin them Our contractors are skilled trade’s people and are experts in the design, implementation, and installation of the electrical and energy management systems and are regarded by the industry as highly trained professionals. You can be assured of absolutely sound engineering... more ...

Pres Cooper The IBEW Is Wired for Change

Meet The Jacksonville Electricians

A common, prevailing notion in the Florida construction industry is that it costs more to work with organized electricians or electrical contractors. Jacksonville's customers and business owners are increasingly recognizing this as a myth. Sure, you can always go the lowest dollar on anything in life. However, it is also always true that you get what you pay for. Going for the lowest... more ...

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Pathways To Industrial And Construction Careers Assists Electrical Apprentices

https://www.wnylabortoday.com/news/2025/08/12/new-york-city-labor-news/in-new-york-city-pathways-to-industrial-and-construction-careers-assists-electrical-apprentices-with-tools-resources/

New York City's Pathways to Industrial and Construction Careers program provides essential tools and resources to electrical apprentices, supporting IBEW training initiatives and helping workers succeed in their electrical trades education and career development. Source: wnylabortoday.com

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Job Action Planned at Duke Energy

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/local-electrician-union-planning-to-strike-against-duke-energy/ar-AA1GGh0d

IBEW Local 1393 announces plans for potential strike action against Duke Energy Indiana, representing nearly 1,000 union members who rejected the company's final contract offer by a 2-to-1 margin after negotiations that began in January stalled over wages and working conditions. Source: msn.com

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Coal Country Faces Climate Change

https://www.selc.org/news/coal-country-is-facing-climate-change/

Communities in coal-dependent regions, including areas of Pennsylvania, confront the dual challenges of climate change impacts and economic transition as the energy sector evolves, requiring comprehensive strategies for environmental justice and workforce development. Source: selc.org

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How One Member Is Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma

https://ibew.org/breaking-down-stigma-member-story/

An IBEW member shares their personal journey addressing mental health challenges in the electrical industry, working to reduce stigma and encourage fellow workers to seek help, as part of the union's broader commitment to member wellness and support programs. Source: ibew.org

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IBEW Mourns Loss of Member in Helicopter Crash

https://labortribune.com/two-workers-killed-in-helicopter-crash-in-west-alton/

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers community mourns the tragic loss of a union member killed in a helicopter crash in West Alton, highlighting the dangerous conditions electrical workers sometimes face in utility and construction operations. Source: labortribune.com

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Five IBEW/NECA Projects Earn Honors from Association of General Contractors (AGC)

https://labortribune.com/five-ibew-neca-projects-earn-honors-in-the-agc-keystone-awards/

Five projects by IBEW/NECA Electrical Connection contractors receive recognition as finalists in the prestigious Associated General Contractors Keystone Awards, with Guarantee Electrical and PayneCrest Electric earning honors for construction excellence, continuing a tradition of 115 IBEW/NECA projects honored since 1997. Source: labortribune.com

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