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After you graduate from high school, the most common question people ask you is, “What are you going to do now?” Everyone expects you to attend a university, but you don’t think that path is the right one for you. You consider taking a local job, but you’re not sure it will pay well enough.…

Electricians make upwards of $50,000 a year. They have excellent job security with reliable income. They get to work with their hands, and they rarely have to sit down in an office. All in all, being an electrician is an incredible job with big payoffs. As you would with any great career, you have to…

On December 7, 2015, the IEC National Executive Committee traveled Washington, D.C., to sign an Alliance Agreement with OSHA. The agreement was signed by IEC National President, Mark Gillespie and Dr. Michaels, OSHA. According to the agreement, IEC will provide training for OSHA inspectors and OSHA will work with IEC on safety projects and keep…

The IEC of Greater Cincinnati chapter is proud and blessed to have received numerous awards at the IEC National Convention last month. The strength and growth of our chapter is a testament to our member contractors and we can’t thank them enough for their hard work and dedication to IEC. Congrats to all winners! For…

Please welcome our newest associate member, Silco Fire & Safety. Silco installs, services, monitors, and inspects fire protection and security equipment. Silco Fire & Safety 10765 Medallion Dr. Cincinnati, Ohio 45241 (513) 733-5655 Visit Website

The IEC of Greater Cincinnati chapter recently achieved the IEC Certified Training Advantage Chapter status! Chapters across the country were asked to submit for this status and a credentialing subcommittee reviewed the applications and issued a score based on a 100-point scale. Chapters with a score of 86 points or higher were given the status…

IEC Con 2015 is only 15 days away!! If you have not yet registered, there is still time. Visit http://www.ieci.org/iec-con for more information and to register. You won’t want to miss this exciting and informative event. October 21-25th, Tampa, Florida Also, download the convention app to help you navigate your way through the Tampa, Florida…

Thank you IEC National and the host chapter, IEC Chesapeake for a great time at the 57th Annual IEC National Convention & Electric Expo in Baltimore, Maryland last week! The convention was all about energizing your network, your technology, and your business. IEC of Greater Cincinnati and our members took home awards in various categories.…

In 1998, IEC of Greater Cincinnati’s 22 contractor members had a vision to build a world class training facility. 3-1/2 acres were purchased for $80,000. Prints were drawn for a 10,800-square-foot building including a 110-space parking lot. The facility was designed to house our offices, meeting space, classrooms, and labs. A construction loan was secured…

IEC of Greater Cincinnati is accepting applications for experienced journeyman electricians, electrician helpers and apprentices. Call (513) 542-0400. EEO Excellent pay and benefits. Hourly rates are based upon credentials, skills and experience. Applications are by appointment only. Please call IEC at 513-542-0400 to schedule an appointment. We do not accept resumes. Applications will be made…