Journeymen

NECA Contractors

National Electrical Contractors Association Southwest Washington Chapter serves the Electrical Member Contractors in Tacoma, Olympia, Lacey, Centralia, Montesano, Aberdeen, Hoquiam, and other cities within Pierce, Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Gray Harbor, and Pacific counties. Here you will find the latest information related to the electrical industry.

CEU Classes

All electricians are required by the State of Washington to complete 48 hours of basic classroom instruction every two years for their renewal of certificate.

State Certification Renewal

You must renew your electrician certificate every 3 years. Stay up to date as the renewal fees double after expiration. Not renewable if expired more than 90 days.

Union Information

IBEW Local 76 has nearly 1200 members, nearly 800 are Inside Wireman and Apprentices. The remainder of the membership is made up of Residential Wireman and Trainees, Motor Winders, Marine Electricians and Helpers, Sound and Communication Technicians, Apprentices and Installers, Radio and Television Technicians and Engineers, Electrical Inspectors, Biomedical Technicians, and Maintenance Electricians.