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Why Join IBEW 46?

As Union members, we bargain collectively (as a group) with our employers over wages, benefits and rights.

We have the best chance of receiving better wages, benefits and fair treatment in the workplace by bargaining collectively as a Union.

Most of us have very limited bargaining power as an individual, but as a group, we are strong. And, with a good negotiated contract, we have legal protections we would not have otherwise.

 

 

Brother/Sisterhood

Not just a job

Continuing Education
  • State of the art tools and training.
  • Free Continuing Education Classes!
    (CEUs are required by the State. IBEW Local 46 members and Associate members receive free classes to keep their license up to date.)
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Training

Members have a variety of continuing education and training options available through both the Puget Sound Electrical JATC and Local 46.

CEU classes are free to members and associate members and are held at the IBEW 46 Union Hall.

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THE APPRENTICESHIP

The Puget Sound Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (PSEJATC) is a non-profit organization which provides the training required to receive certifications in Inside Wireman (Construction) Electrician, Limited Energy/Sound and Communication Electrician, and Residential Electrician.

PSEJATC is jointly sponsored by the Puget Sound Chapter of the NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association) and IBEW Local 46 (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers).

It is the responsibility of PSEJATC to provide training for apprentices and journeymen in the organized electrical industry within the IBEW Local 46 jurisdiction which includes King, Kitsap, Jefferson, and Clallam counties.

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Political Action

It is important that members participate in the political process as there are many decisions being made every day in our city, state, and nationwide which affect working people and their families.

We believe it’s our organization's responsibility to work toward protecting and improving wages and working conditions for all members and that is not limited to simply negotiating with Employers.

Union members have fought on a political front for benefits that many of us are able to appreciate today, such as social security benefits, unemployment insurance, disability and maternity leave, and compensation when workers are hurt on the job.

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About the IBEW

Local 46 observes the IBEW Constitution, but it also has its own organic set of local rules which guide the organization above and beyond the IBEW Constitution.

These sets of rules are called Local Bylaws. Bylaws are created, maintained and amended by Local 46 members at Union meetings. Changes to bylaws must be approved by the International Office and cannot contradict the IBEW Constitution.

Local 46 members elect their own officers from the rank and file members. Elections for Local 46 officers are held every three (3)  years. Members elect a Business Manager and Financial Secretary, President, Vice President, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, five (5) Exam Board Members, and five (5) Executive Board Members.

 

Each Unit also has the opportunity to elect its own officers among Unit members.

The IBEW internationally represents approximately 750,000 electrical workers in every branch of the electrical industry. Since its founding in 1891, the IBEW has dedicated itself to the well-being of electrical workers and their families and the achievement of continued progress on their behalf.

But how do we accomplish this ambitious task? The simple answer is: member involvement on a grassroots level. Our success is directly aligned with the hard work and dedication of our members. A few cannot do it alone and this is why we came together to form a Union in the first place.

Myths About Union Membership

The good, the bad and the just plain untrue

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  • Healthcare and Benefits
    • Great medical for the Entire Family!! (Employer Paid!)
    • Three Pension Plans! (Most non-union shops offer NO retirement!)
    • Benefits follow you from contractor to contractor.
  • Continuing Education and Training

    Training is very important in our industry and we, as Union members, promote training constantly. We have such a commitment to training that we have our own 60,000 sq ft training facility in Renton, which is one of the best electrical training facilities in the nation, as well as our training labs and classrooms at the Union Hall in Kent.

    The training is FREE and is paid for by contributions made as part of our benefit package. The opportunity to learn the latest techniques and processes in our industry are available at our training facility. Check out the Journey Level classes available at our Training Centers by visiting the PSEJATC or GPSEW.

    Not an IBEW Local 46 member? Contact us regarding our Associate Membership program.

    • State of the art tools and training.
    • Free Continuing Education Classes! (CEUs are required by the State.)
  • Working Conditions and Opportunities

    Opportunity is what the IBEW is all about.

    Providing opportunities for members and our contractors is what happens on a daily basis in our Union.

    Here are some examples: 200+ Local Contractors use IBEW members. If one contractor does not work out for you because of location, type of work, or manning issues, you have over 200 other contractors to work for; all with the same wages and benefits. No need to negotiate alone!

    • Expect to work hard and reap more opportunities.
    • Better working conditions.
    • Safer working environment.
    • Use of Employer's vehicle to haul material and tools - Not your own!
    • You provide only hand tools.
    • More work opportunities; can work in Union shops, non-union shops or even in Canada!
  • Benefits

    You pay NO medical premiums! These are all employer-paid, whether you are single or married with five kids or ten. There are also three pension plans which are all employer-paid.

    And IBEW electricians may retire when they reach the age of 55, with many retiring before the age of 60.

  • Work Availability

    Many members spend their whole electrical careers with one contractor. Some members just want to work during the winter or summer, while others may want to hunt during hunting season. Whatever your preference, it's up to you. Most of our members want to work year round and do that.

    No one joins an organization like the IBEW to be unemployed or under-employed.

     

We need you!

What can you do to help make our union strong and successful?

The answer is, a lot!

Contact Us to Join Now

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BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE ASSIGNMENTS
AREA WAGE REPORTS - ALL CONSTRUCTION UNITS

PARKING ZONE AREA MAPS

TOWN HALL ZOOM REGISTRATION LINK

MISCELLANEOUS NOTICES

women's committee holiday bazaar vendor application
vendor payment link
women's committee holiday bazaar sponsorship form
sponsor payment link

 

12/04/2024 psew healthcare plan trustee allocation recommendations for members december 2024
12/03/2024 HOLIDAY BAZAAR COMING UP!
pse jatc labor trustee open spot info
press secretary vacancy notice
11/27/2024 holiday message from sean bagsby
january 2025 unit meetings notice
2024 xmas meals for members form
Post-election message from sean bagsby - video
11/19/2024 local 46 needs the EXPERTISE of SPANISH-SPEAKING electricians!
POST-ELECTION Message from Sean Bagsby, Business Manager - vimeo
11/13/2024 local 46 holiday extravaganza
Keith and veterans committee survey announcement - Vimeo
11/12/2024 a few important updates from sean bagsby!
REST PERIOD MOU 1/26/2024

OLDER NOTICES

 

UNIT REPORTS

BROADCAST REPORTS

HVAC REPORTS

MARINE UNIT REPORTS

REMINDER NOTICE:
THE MARINE UNIT MEETING WILL BE MOVING BACK TO
THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH @ 5 PM IN THE EXECUTIVE BOARD ROOM

OTHER REPORTS

 

RESIDENTIAL REPORTS

11/07/2024 residential neca negotiations update message - ryan paddock
11/07/2024 residential wire agreement negotiations union proposal #18
10/09/2024 contract ratification voting results
10/03/2024 message from ryan paddock
10/03/2024 RESIDENTIAL NEGOTIATIONS
NECA PACKAGE PROPOSAL #4
Wage/Healthcare Proposal
10/01/2024 neca update-2 from ryan paddock
09/26/2024 neca update-1 from ryan paddock
08/29/24 RESIDENTIAL NEGOTIATIONS update from ryan paddock 
3/14/24 RESIDENTIAL NEGOTIATIONS SURVEY NOTICE!
3/14/2024 Survey coming up tomorrow! (3/15)
residential unit meeting start time- update 3/4/24
2/29/2024 residential solidarity night flyer
5/4/2023 RESIDENTIAL HEALTHCARE UPDATE

OLDER NOTICES

SOUND & COM / LIMITED ENERGY REPORTS

2/7/2024 LIMITED ENERGY FEBRUARY 2024 REPORT
limited energy camp long strategic planning retreat reminder!
10/08/2024 primary Business Representative update from sean bagsby
T-Bird Tickets ARE all claimed!
10/04/2024 LE STRATEGIC PLANNING RETREAT
And Overnight Stay FLYER!
07/31/2024 new fringe allocation rates
07/29/2024 update on recent wage / fringe allocation
07/26/2026 unit meeting time change
07/24/2024 reminder message from sean bagsby
07/12/2024 limited energy - wage allocation vote results

OLDER NOTICES

STOCK person REPORTS

11/27/2024  Stockperson Meeting Reminder for Wednesday December 4th at 5 at the Hall
11-19-2024 stock person survey message 
11/06/2024 Stock Person meeting this wednesday - video
11/05/2024 important information from eric vane
09/30/2024 STOCK PERSON UNIT MESSAGE FROM ERIC VANE
07/22/2024 stockperson vote results
07/18/2024 stockman tentative agreement message
3/21/2024 stockman unit meeting reminder
3/15/2024 stockman t-shirt contest!
12/5/2023 stockman wage and meeting message for december 2023

OLDER NOTICES

WIRE UNIT REPORTS

Please review the changes to the existing language
in the Inside Construction Agreement.
This pertains to the Inside Wireman Unit Negotiations.
11/19/2024 February Wage Allocation survey message
11/15/2024 inside wire WAGE ALLOCATION survey reminder #1
11/13/2024 inside wire wage allocation message
07/31/2024 new wage / fringe allocation rates
07/19/2024 reminder to please review the Tentatively Agreed to Inside Construction Agreement
07/17/2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT NOTICE
07/16/2024 - INSIDE CONSTRUCTION - CBA TENTATIVE AGREEMENT
07/11/2024 - INSIDE WIRE negotiations update -  TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REACHED
OLDER NOTICES

DISPATCH REPORTS & NOTICES

Local 46: Dispatch Travel Procedures- Video
october 2024 - dispatch report
SEPTEMBER 2024 - dispatch report
august 2024 - dispatch report
july 2024 - dispatch report
June 2024 - DISPATCH REPORT
April 2024 - DISPATCH REPORT
May 2024 - DISPATCH REPORT
February 2024 - DISPATCH REPORT
January 2024 - Dispatch Report
job site visits september 2024
Job site visits July 2024
JOB SITE VISITS FEBRUARY 2024
Job site visits jan 2024
IBEW Local 46: Work opportunities update February 2024

OLDER NOTICES

Seattle Times op-ed: This discussion has been ongoing for a long time and is a critical component to ensure that IBEW will be able to secure Electric Vehicle Charging work!!! Make sure to take that EVITP course!!! Please see the link below! - Keith Weir 
Environmental justice in WA starts with cleaner cars and trucks | The Seattle Times
anew apprentice resource center link
urban league construction trades program link

long term care & FAQ

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH!

Electrical Workers Minority Caucus (EWMC) – Frederick Simmons Seattle Chapter Monthly meeting:
First Thursday of each month at Kent Hall at 5PM.
For more info, please contact Chapter President ANTONIO BUTLER "TONY": ANTONIO@IBEW46.COM or 253-395-6508. 

 

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