Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Union Electricians Serving Connecticut Since 1913
IBEW Local 35 has been the premier union for electrical workers in Connecticut since 1913. Our organization has built a legacy of excellence by providing fair wages, comprehensive benefits, and rigorous training to ensure our members deliver top-tier craftsmanship. We represent over 2,000 skilled electricians who are committed to advancing industry standards through continuous education and technological innovation. Our members are deeply embedded in Connecticut communities, serving as civic leaders, volunteers, and stewards of the electrical trade. With a focus on apprenticeship programs and partnerships with contractors, we cultivate a workforce that combines generational expertise with cutting-edge knowledge.Our collective bargaining agreements guarantee project efficiency, safety compliance, and cost-effectiveness for clients. As advocates for workers' rights, we have championed landmark labor protections including the 40-hour workweek and anti-discrimination policies. Our training facilities in Hartford ensure that both new apprentices and seasoned professionals maintain razor-sharp skills. We take pride in being the fabric of Connecticut's infrastructure development, from historic renovations to advanced genomic research facilities. Our commitment to quality workmanship and community empowerment continues to define our century-long legacy.
Services
Electrical Construction
Apprenticeship Training
Labor Agreements
Safety Compliance
Union Representation
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- We offer century-long expertise in electrical construction and maintenance
- Our apprenticeship program produces top-tier certified electricians
- We guarantee project completion on time and within budget
- Our members receive ongoing technical training and safety certifications
- We maintain strict quality control through collective bargaining agreements
Services
Electrical Construction
Our certified electricians deliver precision electrical installation for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. We specialize in complex systems integration for modern infrastructure needs. Our team ensures compliance with all local and national electrical codes while maintaining project timelines and budgets.
Apprenticeship Training
Five-year apprenticeship program combining 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Curriculum covers advanced electrical theory, safety protocols, and emerging technologies. Graduates receive journeyman certification and college credits toward technical degrees.
Labor Agreements
Project Labor Agreements ensure skilled workforce availability, cost predictability, and timely project completion. We negotiate fair terms for contractors while maintaining quality standards and worker protections through collective bargaining.
Safety Compliance
Comprehensive safety training programs reduce workplace incidents through OSHA-certified instruction. Our members receive regular updates on hazardous material handling, equipment operation, and emergency response procedures.
Union Representation
Protecting members' rights through contract enforcement, wage negotiations, and benefits administration. We provide legal support for workplace disputes and advocate for fair labor practices at state and federal levels.
People
Michael L. Nealy
Business Manager
Over 25 years of union leadership experience, directing Connecticut's largest electrical workers local. Advocate for fair labor practices and workforce development initiatives.
Frank Puzzo
Training Director
Manages apprenticeship programs with 20+ years of electrical training expertise. Develops curriculum aligning with industry technological advancements and safety standards.
Questions
How do I become an apprentice electrician?
Contact our Hartford office to obtain application materials and schedule aptitude testing. Minimum requirements include high school diploma and algebra proficiency.
What benefits do union electricians provide?
Skilled workforce with ongoing training, guaranteed wage scales, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plans for long-term financial security.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover all Connecticut towns from Hartford to Stonington, including major cities like New Haven, Bridgeport, and Waterbury.
What training programs are available?
Five-year apprenticeship combines classroom learning with hands-on experience. Continuing education courses available for journeyman certification upgrades.
How do labor agreements benefit contractors?
PLAs ensure project cost predictability, access to skilled workers, and dispute resolution mechanisms while meeting diversity hiring goals.
