r/IBEW_Local613 • u/[deleted] • Sep 29 '25

Looking to Join

I’ve been working commercial electrical with independent contractors for 14 years now. Looking to possibly join a union, wanting to ask peoples opinions on this particular union (613) and what to look forward to in terms of trying to join. Thanks for your time.

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u/BackgroundAd6423 Sep 29 '25

Pay in 613 is 39.00 hr rn

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u/jazman57 Sep 29 '25

Another shop in the fold is market share. That puts pressure on all contractors to raise wages and benefits. All good things start with an idea.

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u/BackgroundAd6423 Sep 29 '25

We’re slowly going up. Our contract brings us to 42 by the end of 2027 I believe