Covid 19 updates

The May General meeting and the Iowa City Unit meeting have been cancelled.

Message from Assistant Business Manager Rich Good,

To help limit the spread of Covid-19 the hall will remain closed until further notice. This decision is based on recommendations from the Department of Public Health. We must slow the curve of this disease in order to keep from overwhelming the hospitals. We will do our part. We will continue to work from home, We can answer the phones, write referrals, process payments, and most of the core functions that we do on a daily basis. if you need to speak to one of us in person, you can call and make an appointment, and one of us will meet you. The phone system at the hall will roll calls to our cell phones when you choose who you want to talk to. Be patient, if the phone goes to voice mail. please leave a message. Hopefully we can all get through this soon, but the safety of you and your families is our first priority.

About us

IBEW 405 Chartered in 1911

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 405 was chartered in 1911 to help electrical workers in eastern Iowa bargain for safer working conditions and a better quality of life. Local 405 represents over 700 electricians living and working in our jurisdiction. We serve the counties of Benton, Iowa , Johnson, Jones, Linn, and Poweshiek in the state of Iowa.

How can the Electrician's Union benefit you?

JOIN US TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GREAT PAY AND BENEFITS

If you’re an experienced electrician who wants a better quality of life, or an aspiring electrician who is looking for an apprenticeship, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 405 is here to support you. We’ve been representing electricians in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the surrounding areas since 1911. Being a part of the union comes with many benefits, including:

Great wage: Earn top wages based on your experience and job duties.
Employer paid health insurance: Our members are eligible for health, vision, dental, disability, and life insurance.
Employer provided pension plans: Start saving for your retirement with our employer funded pension plan. You can add additional money with an optional 401k to accelerate your savings.
Earn while you learn: Apprentices work and earn a living in addition to getting their education. Upon graduation you have no student loan debt as long as you continue to work for a contributing contractor for a period of 5 years.

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IBEW LOCAL 405 MEMBERS HAVE ACCESS TO NUMEROUS JOB OPPORTUNITIES

You can rely on us to keep you updated on current job calls that you’ll see listed on our website, as well as other job opportunities outside of the Local. With your IBEW membership you can work anywhere in the country if you choose and no one will ever question your qualifications.

WE PROVIDE CONTRACTORS WITH QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS

Do you need a qualified electrical contractor for your next project? IBEW Local 405 can provide you with a list of skilled and knowledgeable electricians who take pride in the work they do. When you contact us for an electrician, you can be sure that the job will get done right the first time. Contact us today to find the perfect fit for your next job in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding areas. You can also choose a contractor from the list on the find a contractor page of our website. If you are currently an electrical contractor and would like to hire one of our highly skilled electricians give us a call today.

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