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Designing and Maintaining 21st Century Electrical Systems

Affiliated Jacksonville Electrical Contractors not only maintain electrical systems and wiring, we desgin them Our contractors are skilled trade’s people and are experts in the design, implementation, and installation of the electrical and energy management systems and are regarded by the industry as highly trained professionals. You can be assured of absolutely sound engineering... more ...

Pres Cooper The IBEW Is Wired for Change

Meet The Jacksonville Electricians

A common, prevailing notion in the Florida construction industry is that it costs more to work with organized electricians or electrical contractors. Jacksonville's customers and business owners are increasingly recognizing this as a myth. Sure, you can always go the lowest dollar on anything in life. However, it is also always true that you get what you pay for. Going for the lowest... more ...

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What's Behind Google's $10M Pledge to Train Electricians

https://www.inc.com/kit-eaton/why-google-just-pledged-10-million-to-train-electricians/91186132

Google announces a $10 million initiative to train 100,000 electrical workers and 30,000 new apprentices over five years to address critical labor shortages. The program combines traditional electrician skills with AI-based tools as tech giants face unprecedented power demands from data centers supporting artificial intelligence expansion.

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Sec-Treas Noble: IBEW at Center of Nuclear Power Revolution (EW)

https://ibew.org/ist-noble-ibew-at-center-of-a-nuclear-power-revolution

IBEW Secretary-Treasurer Paul Noble discusses how the union is positioning itself as a key player in America's nuclear power renaissance. The article explores the IBEW's role in training skilled workers for next-generation nuclear facilities and the union's strategic approach to clean energy infrastructure development.

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IVP Cooper: Every Worker Engaged in Safety (EW)

https://ibew.org/ivp-cooper-every-worker-must-be-engaged-in-safety

International Vice President Cooper emphasizes the critical importance of comprehensive safety engagement across all IBEW worksites. The piece outlines new initiatives and protocols designed to ensure every union member actively participates in maintaining safe working conditions and preventing workplace accidents.

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IBEW, CBS Reach Landmark Agreement

https://www.thewrap.com/cbs-ibew-tentative-agreement/

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and CBS reach a significant tentative agreement covering working conditions, compensation, and benefits for union members in the broadcasting industry. The landmark deal addresses key concerns about job security and working standards in the evolving media landscape.

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Member Injured in Data Center Fire Quote, On Road to Recovery

https://www.yahoo.com/news/electrical-worker-road-recovery-carlisle-090701913.html

An IBEW member injured in a data center fire incident is making progress in their recovery. The story highlights the inherent risks faced by electrical workers in critical infrastructure facilities and underscores the importance of comprehensive safety protocols and worker support systems during medical emergencies.

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Local, Trades Lobby for $8B Metropolitan Park

https://nycclc.org/news/local-3-ibew-building-trades-unions-lobby-metropolitan

Local 3 IBEW and building trades unions are advocating for the development of an $8 billion Metropolitan Park project, highlighting job creation opportunities. Source: nycclc.org

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