SAME WORK. BETTER PAY.
EARN WHAT YOU DESERVE.
Joining IBEW Local 481 means better pay, better benefits, safer work conditions, and a voice on the job.

Take control of your future today by submitting a membership interest form and we will help you find the right path forward.
Experienced Electricians
If you have more than six months of full-time experience installing or repairing electrical systems, click below to submit your information.
New to the Trade
If you do not have six months of experience, visit our apprenticeship page to discover how you can earn while you learn.
Commercial and/or Industrial Experience

2,000+ Hours of Experience

Placement with the Apprenticeship Committee for Apprenticeship

Total Package: $27.63/hr

6,000-10,000 Hours of Experience

Placement with the Apprenticeship Committee for Parallel Apprenticeship

Total Package: $46.05/hr

10,001 + Hours of Experience

Examining Board Evaluation Test
for Journeyman

Total Package: $74.01/hr

Residential and/or Light Commercial Experience

Up to 2,000 Hours of Experience

CE1

Total Package: $27.13/hr

2,000-4,000 Hours of Experience

CE2

Total Package: $31.73/hr

4,001-6,000 Hours of Experience

CE3

Total Package: $36.44/hr

6,001+ Hours of Experience

Full CE

Total Package: $43.00/hr

Telecommunications Technicians

Less than 3 Years of Experience

Apprentice

Total Package: $51.04/hr

3+ Years of Experience & Passing the Examining Board Evaluation

Journeyman

Total Package: $57.43/hr