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Why Becoming a Signatory Electrical Contractor with IBEW Local 134 is a Smart Investment

Bringing together the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 electricians and the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) of the City of Chicago, Powering Chicago is an electrical contractor industry labor-management partnership (LMCC) that invests in consistently better construction, better careers and better communities within the metro Chicago region.

Employing the latest technology, our members are elevating industry performance through their commitment to safety, level of experience, and reliability, while also investing in the future of skilled labor through an innovative, five-year apprenticeship program.

Benefits

Becoming a signatory electrical contractor to IBEW Local 134 provides access to 10,000 highly-trained union electricians who have completed a five-year apprentice program at the IBEW/NECA Technical Institute in Alsip, IL. It is here that Powering Chicago electricians are taught the skills necessary to complete any job on time and on budget.

Powering Chicago is built upon four core principles that ensure we deliver exceptional results on every project:

  • Experience
    Our electricians bring years of industry expertise, honed through hands-on training and real-world experience, ensuring high-quality workmanship on all projects, no matter the complexity.
  • Training
    Through the IBEW/NECA Technical Institute’s five-year apprenticeship program, our electricians stay at the forefront of industry advancements, mastering the latest technologies and best practices for every job.
  • Safety
    Safety is our top priority. We follow strict safety standards and protocols, ensuring a secure work environment for both our workers and clients throughout every phase of the project.
  • Reliability
    We are committed to delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Our electricians are known for their dependability, ensuring that every job is completed as promised, without compromise.

By adhering to these four principles—experience, training, safety, and reliability—Powering Chicago consistently provides outstanding service and results.

For more information on how to become a signatory electrical contractor to IBEW Local 134, please contact Henry Malinowski: