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The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - Milwaukee, WI

 

The official website of:
IBEW Local Union 494
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Established June, 1906


 

Serving Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington
And Ozaukee Counties

Business Manager
Daniel Large

3303 S 103rd Street
Milwaukee, WI 53227
(414) 327-5202

Kettle Moraine Division
John Jacobs

50 East Bank Street
Fond Du Lac, WI 54935
(920) 923-0489

Serving Fond du Lac, Sheboygan Counties and Dodge County

 

Local 494 Leads the Way: How Your Union is Affecting Change

As of June 1, 2010, Journeymen electricians with Local 494 are required to obtain state certification licensing in order to continue working. These new requirements were agreed upon during contract negotiations four years ago and nearly 95 percent of working members are in compliance. The certification lasts three years and requires 24 hours of continuing education over the same period.

Mike Mueller, Local 494’s Business Manager set to retire on July 1, 2010 feels the certification continues to position the union as leaders in the industry. “When we say that our members are the best trained in the industry, the certification requirements show we stand behind what we say,” added Mueller. “By requiring our members to take continuing education classes we ensure they will be on top of changes in code and remain the best the industry has to offer.”

Understanding the importance of requiring workers to take continuing education classes, the state of Wisconsin will require the same certification in April 2013 – nearly three years after Local 494.

“Having been in the union for the past 44 years, I am proud of the forward-thinking approach we have always had,” stated Mueller. “We are also known for our proactive safety training that ensures the highest-skilled workforce is on every project.”

Although Mueller is retiring, he feels confident the goals and commitments he held in high regard will continue under Dan Large’s leadership.

If you have questions about how to become certified, you can call the hall for additional information at (414) 327-5202.

3rd Quarter Dues are due by September 30, 2010.  The office will take payment ONLINE in Membership Information Link or over the phone using Master Card, Visa, or Discover.

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