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Membership Development

IBEW Local 38 is actively looking for workers and contractors who perform VDV work to come in and sign up, and get involved with this exciting new and growing industry in the Greater Cleveland Area.

Installers and Technicians:

Acceptance into are State Certified Apprenticeship Program.

If you have experience working in the VDV industry as a journeyperson, outside of the IBEW, then you may register in person on our "out of work" list. We will refer you to a Union Shop when requests for technicians are received.

If you are currently employed and all of your co-workers want union representation, then an IBEW Local 38 Membership Development Representative can help you seek recognition from the employer and bring the whole shop into membership. Currently there are needs in the security / access control and in the audio / visual sector.

Employers:

To become a signatory contractor in the VDV market proof of Workers Compensation, and a surety bond for the protection of the fringe benefits is required. Finally, make an appointment with the Membership Development Representative for a meeting to discuss essentials for signing and working under the VDV contract.

The Membership Development Representative will help you with the rest of the process.

Benefits of Becoming an IBEW Local 38 Technician:

A higher rate of pay than open shop technicians. Family Health Insurance paid for by the Employers, not out of your paycheck. Retirement plans that are funded by our Employers, not out of your paycheck. Training is also available to our members at little or no cost. These include: BICSI, Fire Alarm, and Structured Wiring, along with manufacturer's certifications plus much more, including a registered apprenticeship program.

As A VDV or Fire/Security Alarm Installer

Wages IBEW Local 38 BASE (in the check) Technician Wage as of October 29, 2007 is $21.95 Per Hour, Communication Technician Wage $22.70. In addition to your wages, you receive a benefit package that includes: Three Pension Plans. Top of the line family health care including prescriptions, dental and eye care. Paid Holidays, Vacation fund contribution by the Employer of 4.5% of gross wages deposited into a credit union account. A contract that is fair to both the Employer and Employee. A contract that spells out the rights Employer and the Employee.