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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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Local Hosts Program Designed For Servicewomen

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/26Daily/2602/260205_VeteransWomen

An IBEW local union is hosting a specialized program designed to help servicewomen transition into careers in the electrical trades. The initiative provides training, mentorship, and job placement assistance for women veterans.

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Producers Set to vote on IBEW

https://nwlaborpress.org/2026/02/kgw-producers-vote-on-whether-to-join-ibew-local-48/

KGW television producers are preparing to vote on whether to join IBEW Local 48. The unionization effort reflects growing interest among media production workers in securing collective bargaining rights and workplace protections.

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Raises Approved in New IBEW Deal

https://www.gridleyherald.com/2026/02/04/562520/gridley-approves-raises-in-new-ibew-deal

Gridley city officials have approved wage increases as part of a new contract agreement with IBEW union members. The deal includes raises for electrical workers and represents progress in ongoing labor negotiations.

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These Places Are Likely to Have Electric Grid Problems

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/these-places-are-likely-to-have-electric-grid-problems/ar-AA1W3KQo?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds

A report identifying regions most at risk for electric grid strain, examining aging infrastructure, extreme weather, and rising energy consumption.

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Pres Cooper: The Nuclear Renaissance (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/the-nuclear-renaissance/?ref=ew

An in-depth look at the renewed role of nuclear energy in meeting America's growing power needs, including workforce implications and long-term infrastructure planning.

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Member Breaks Down Barriers, Brings Others With Her (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/philadelphia-member-breaks-down-barriers/?ref=ew

A profile highlighting a union member's leadership and advocacy, focusing on mentorship, inclusion, and expanding access to skilled electrical careers.

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