URGENT

Trainees Available for Work!

The IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) has informed the ECA that the most recent group of trainees have started their orientation this week. These new Trainees will be available for hire this Monday, April 21, 2025.

If you have already put in your requests for trainees, thank you!

If you have not yet put in your requests for trainees, or would like additional trainees, INTECH encourages you to send in your requests As Soon As Possible! 

Priscilla- INTECH

(708) 309-1340

pmunoz@in-techonline.org

Gene Kent- INTECH

(708) 389-1340 ext. 101

gkent@ejatt.com

gkent@in-techonline.org

The 2025 NECA National Legislative Conference is open for registration! This is the premier conference for electrical contractors to hear about the top legislative issues affecting the industry and meet the leaders who are working to provide real solutions.



Registration is now open!

EIT Wage and Fringe Bond Notification (letter excerpt - 3/17/25)

Per the notice from ECA sent on May 24, 2023, all Local #134 signatory contractors were notified of the new Wage and Fringe Bond requirements and forms effective June 5, 2023, for the above Agreements as adopted by the Joint Arbitration Board. Many contractors have already provided Local #134 and the Electrical Insurance Trustees with the required bonds on the new forms. However, there are still a significant number of wage and fringe bonds that need to be updated. All Local #134 signatory contractors are required to be compliant with the new bond forms for all agreements to which they are signatory. Continuation certificates will not be accepted because a new bond form is required.  A contractor can use their existing agent or if assistance is needed, we are including a list of some agents that are familiar with the EIT/134 bond language. This is for informational purposes only and not meant to be an endorsement of any agent.   If you have not updated the bonds, please address this immediately to avoid the bonds being non-compliant. (the latest acceptable time will be your next renewal date).  The new Bond Forms are available within the Employer Portal on the "Bond Forms" tab via the EIT website (https://fundoffice.org), or at Wage and Fringe Bond Form.

CLICK HERE FOR FULL LETTER FROM EIT

EVENTS

NECA Convention & Trade Show

September 12 - 15, 2025

The NECA Convention & Trade Show will soon be in Chicago!

Special Chapter activities are being planned!

Registration begins the week of May 19, 2025!

Local Union #134 IBEW Helping Hand Fund – Fundraiser

May 10, 2025

2 pm - 7 pm

115 Bourbon Street

3359 West 115th Street

Merrionette Park, IL 60803

The fund was created to aid members of Local Union #134 IBEW who are in need of assistance. Through all of the generous donations that the Helping Hand Fund has received, over 500 Local Union #134 IBEW members have received various forms of assistance.  Join the Helping Hand Fund by assisting with this upcoming Fundraiser. 

There will be food, beer, wine & pop, as well as a 50/50 "Split-the-Pot" raffle and a $1,000 Door Prize! Tickets are $40 in advance. For updates & ticket information, please contact (312) 474-4151 or visit the website at:  www.helpinghand134.org.

NECA Safety Professionals Conference

The NECA Safety Professionals Conference (NSPC) is the premier event for safety leaders in the electrical industry!

Join NECA on May 19-21 at the IOWA Events Center in Des Moines, IA, for three dynamic days filled with powerful keynotes, expert-led breakout sessions, and cutting-edge safety solutions tailored for electrical professionals.

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION.

E2E Summit

June 16, 2025 – June 18, 2025, Indianapolis, IN

E2E Summit is a unique and intimate event that offers executive-to-executive meetings tailored to meet the specific needs of your company.

Learn More

NECA Project Excellence Awards Application Process

The 2025 NECA Project Excellence Awards applications are officially open! This is your chance to showcase the innovation, expertise, and dedication that went into your 2024 projects! Winning this prestigious award means national recognition, industry prestige, and the chance to inspire the next generation of electrical contractors!

APPLY NOW!

EDUCATION

ECA Educational and Conference Stipends for 2025

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Executive Committee has approved a number of educational stipends for many special programs / conferences throughout 2025. All stipends / reimbursements are made after each conference with registration confirmation(s) and applicable receipts forwarded to ECA.  

CLICK HERE FOR LISTING

New Publications in the NECA Store

NECA has collected, analyzed and interpreted hundreds of data points, so our members can use these crucial reports to develop strategies, optimize processes, and improve decision-making, leading to better outcomes and a competitive advantage in the market. 



CLICK HERE for the latest additions to thestore.

NECA Business Development Information

NECA is updating its Business Development contact list for 2025! This list will be notified about Business Development resources, events and exclusive sessions. Please complete this short form and let NECA know the Business Development contact person(s) for your company. 

Complete Business Development Contact List Form >>

Document Crunch

Contractors who sign up for the service will have exclusive access to an ELECTRI-specific solution through Document Crunch’s innovative platform.

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If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Nancy Sheehy at nsheehy@documentcrunch.com.

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ELECTRI Updates

ELECTRI April Webinars

ELECTRI Council Room: Lessons Learned – Best Accounting Practices: Join us on April 23^rd at 4PM eastern for an insightful ELECTRI Council Room session focused on Lessons Learned: Best Accounting Practices. This interactive web meeting will feature a panel of experienced CFOs from leading electrical contracting firms who will share proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and practical tools for improving financial management. This session is designed to offer valuable takeaways for every participant. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from your peers and strengthen the financial foundation of your business.

Topic: ELECTRI Council Room - Lessons Learned Accounting Practices

Time: Apr 23, 2025, 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting here!

Meeting ID: 875 2160 2871

Passcode: 347964



IT and Coffee session will be on April 30th - 11am ET. The topic is: User Training and Support Strategies. Matt Lamb with Rosendin will lead the discussion.

To make it easier for you and any of your staff to join each month’s IT & Coffee or ConTech & Coffee, we ask that you complete a one-time sign-up here.  If you have already signed up, you’re all set. If not, this is your chance. A calendar hold for this meeting will only be sent to those who have registered.

Big news! Registration is officially open for the ELECTRI Summer Council Meeting, happening July 14–16, 2025, at the iconic Fairmont Royal York in Toronto!

Event Details

Dates: July 14–16, 2025

Location: Fairmont Royal York, Toronto

Registration Fee: $250 per adult (including guests)

Registration Link:  Register here

Secure your spot now! Once registered, don’t forget to visit the "Complete Your Payment" tab to finalize your payment. Make sure you're logged into the website to complete the process!  You must register to receive the hotel reservation link.

Important Travel Reminders

🔹 Passports Required: All travelers to Canada must have a valid passport that does not expire within six months of your trip. If you need to apply for or renew your passport, you can do so here

🔹 Check Your Eligibility: Canada has specific entry requirements. Under Canada’s immigration law, if you have committed or been convicted of a crime (including some minor crimes such as DUI), you may not be allowed into Canada. Please review the official travel requirements here to ensure a smooth trip.

Toronto is calling, and this is one meeting you won’t want to miss! Get registered today and get ready for an unforgettable summer with ELECTRI!

March Webinars: Productivity and IT Structure -

In case you missed our March webinars here is your chance to watch them!

Council Room Session: Best Practices to Drive Productivity

It & Coffee: IT Structure by Company Size

New! ELECTRI’s AI Tool List

Looking to streamline your operations? ELECTRI has compiled a comprehensive AI Tool List to help contractors integrate AI tools for greater efficiency.

View the AI Tool List

IMPORTANT REMINDER:

ELECTRI International and American Apprenticeships Work have partnered to offer a national Project Management Apprenticeship program! The NECA/ELECTRI Project Management Apprenticeship provides aspiring electrical project managers with the technical expertise, leadership abilities, and business acumen needed to work on large-scale electrical projects successfully. Click Here for more information.

ELECTRI appreciates your assistance with this research. If you have any questions about the research, please contact Amanda Harbison, ELECTRI’s Director of Research, at Amanda@electri.org.

ELECTRI International Quick Links

ELECTRI Meetings         ELECTRI Research        Business Coaching       

Council Room Sessions        Research Engagement Hub       PM Apprenticeship Program  

ConTech & Coffee/IT & Coffee       Think Like A Leader     AI Toolkit

Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention

It is an unfortunate fact that construction has the highest rate of suicide of any industry in America. We lose about 53 out of every 100,000 members of our industry EVERY YEAR to suicide. We are four times the average of other industries. We have a crisis in construction and we need to do something about it. You can visit the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention website and learn more. We urge all to take the pledge to STAND UP for suicide prevention and address it as a health and safety priority.

CLICK HERE FOR A "Stand Up for Suicide Prevention" Information Sheet.