United Food & Commercial Workers Union, 7924 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR 72209, US

Interest in union affiliation is at an all time high in Local 295. More and more electricians have decided that they want to be represented by the IBEW. This publication is designed to give you some basic information on the benefits of Becoming a union electrician.As a Journeyman Electrician, who is not currently a member of thee International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 295, chances are you are not being paid or treated as you should be! Our information proves that the majority of the non-union contractors are paying their employees substandard wages and benefits.Without the Union the only one that looks out for your future is your alone. Members of IBEW work together to have a better working environment, a better standard of living, and a better future for themselves and their families. You can be a part of this brotherhood.HOW MUCH ARE YOU WORTHLocal Union 295 standard wages and benefits for Journeyman Electricians have increased regularl y and are as follows:Wages & Benefits Total package = $32.25 per hourWages on the Check = $22.84 per hour (less 8.5% assessments)Health Benefits / Hospital & Health = Full Family Coverage Paid by EmployerRetirement Benefits Local Annuity Fund = $3.75 per hour Paid by EmployerNEBF Pension = 3% of Gross Wages Paid by Employer