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  • Advance Your Career as an Electrical Professional

    NECA-IBEW Local 48 strengthens the electrical industry by developing skilled professionals through continuing education, safety programs, and community investment. Our mission is to evolve and retain the best workforce of union electricians and electrical contractors.

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IBEW Local 48 Supports Licensed Electricians

Proudly Representing Electrical Workers in Oregon & SW Washington

Are you a licensed electrician seeking to elevate your career and enjoy outstanding benefits? Becoming a part of IBEW Local 48 enhances your career in the electrical field and opens the door to numerous professional advantages.

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Higher Wages

  • Licensed electrician members earn more than non-union counterparts
  • Fair wages, reduced wage gaps, and paid leave benefits
  • Stable, robust income for long-term career growth
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Access to Crucial Education

  • Participate in ongoing training programs and certifications
  • Learn cutting-edge technologies, such as Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (EVITP)
  • Develop skills that advance careers and improve marketability
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Safety & Protections

  • Report unsafe work conditions and receive union support
  • Covered under IBEW union contract safety provisions
  • Prioritizes worker protection and workplace standards
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Comprehensive Benefits

  • Retirement packages, health insurance, PTO, pensions, shift differentials
  • Training compensation ensures members earn while learning
  • Support for long-term career and personal stability

We invite you to learn more about how membership can help you propel your career.

LEARN ABOUT JOBS & MEMBERSHIP WITH IBEW-LOCAL 48

Build a Better Business with NECA’s Oregon Columbia Chapter

Representing Electrical Contractors in Oregon & SW Washington

Becoming a member of NECA allows electrical contractors to retain their business independence as well as presents strategic opportunities to enhance their business prospects and capitalize on excellent benefits.

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Labor-Enhancing Partnerships

  • Connect contractors with skilled labor partners
  • Strengthen business competitiveness and stability
  • Access programs to support growth and workforce alignment
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Industry Recognition & Credibility

  • Affiliation with NECA enhances reputation
  • Boosts trust and credibility in the electrical industry
  • Leverage NECA’s industry leadership for your business
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Business Support & Advancement

  • Access technical insights, safety and compliance resources, market research, and networking opportunities
  • Programs designed to support business efficiency and growth
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Experienced Leadership & Advocacy

  • Voice in shaping policies and regulations affecting the electrical industry
  • Collaborate with NECA to strengthen both business and industry standards

Discover how NECA can enhance your business’s best practices when you become a member.

LEARN MORE ABOUT NECA MEMBERSHIP

Start Your Electrical Apprenticeship at NIETC

Earn While You Learn at the NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center (NIETC)

Looking to start your journey in the electrical profession or advance your skills? NIETC apprenticeship programs, given their industry reputation and comprehensive training, are the go-to choice for those looking to enter the electrical field with a strong foundation and a competitive edge.

What can you expect from apprenticeship programs?

Expert Training from Skilled Instructors

  • Instruction by experienced electricians and telecommunications professionals
  • Comprehensive curriculum aligned with industry standards

Earn While You Learn

  • Paid electrical apprenticeship opportunities are available to earn while learning
  • Acceptance into an electrical apprenticeship may qualify for a scholarship covering classes, books, and online curriculum access
  • Apprentices work for the assigned NECA contractor and do not work on days with apprenticeship classes
  • Competitive wages increase as apprentices progress
  • Industry-recognized programs with expert instruction
  • Hands-on projects build real-world skills

Career Advancement & Licensing

  • Programs prepare apprentices for Oregon and Washington journeyman licensing exams
  • Graduates ready to begin successful careers as journeyman electricians

Program Options

  • Three IBEW Local 48 apprenticeship programs available
  • Each program registered through the State of Oregon’s Apprenticeship Division
  • Prepares apprentices for a licensed craft and long-term career growth
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The training center presents three NECA/IBEW Local 48 apprenticeship programs, each designed to train apprentices in a licensed craft and officially register them through the State of Oregon’s Apprenticeship Division.

Every one of our three programs equips apprentices with the essential prerequisites to qualify for the Oregon State Journeyman license exam and, if applicable, the equivalent Washington Journeyman license exam.

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NECA & IBEW Local 48 – Frequently Asked Questions

IBEW Local 48 Membership FAQs

IBEW Local 48 membership is open to licensed electricians, journeymen, apprentices, and individuals pursuing a career in the electrical trade in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Members receive union representation, training, and career support.
IBEW members earn competitive wages, receive comprehensive health and retirement benefits, access industry-leading training, and work under collectively bargained agreements that prioritize safety, fairness, and long-term career growth.
IBEW Local 48 supports safety through negotiated contract provisions, the right to report unsafe conditions, and ongoing education focused on workplace safety standards and best practices.
Through structured apprenticeships, continuing education, mentorship, and networking, IBEW members build the skills and credentials needed for sustained success in the electrical industry.

NECA Contractor Membership FAQs

NECA membership is open to electrical contractors seeking business support, industry leadership, and workforce development resources in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
NECA helps contractors remain competitive by offering business education, labor relations support, compliance resources, workforce partnerships, marketing tools, and advocacy on behalf of the electrical contracting industry.
NECA membership aligns your business with a nationally respected industry association, strengthening credibility, professional recognition, and opportunities for leadership within the electrical contracting community.

NECA & IBEW Joint Apprenticeship Program FAQs

Aspiring electricians can apply to one of three apprenticeship programs through the Northwest Electrical Industry Training Center (NIETC), a partnership supported by NECA contractors and IBEW Local 48. Apprentices earn wages and hands-on training while completing coursework and experience needed for Oregon or Washington journeyman licensing. Program options include Inside Electrical (general journeyman electrician), Limited Energy-A Technician (low-voltage systems), and Limited Residential Electrician (residential wiring).
Apprentices and journey-level electricians can access continuing education in emerging technologies such as electric vehicle infrastructure (EVITP), advanced electrical systems, and other state-licensed craft preparation through NECA- and IBEW-supported training programs.
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