TRAINING, MANAGEMENT EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

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• World-class, four-year Electrical Apprenticeship Program to develop qualified and productive employees. The program is registered through the U.S. Department of Labor.

• Through the apprenticeship program, up to 46 college credit hours are available through the American Council on Education.

• The myelectriccareer.com website drives thousands of new workers into the electrical and systems contracting industry each year.

• Cutting-edge management education sessions at various annual industry events.

• Learn with IEC webinars on the latest topics impacting electrical contracting businesses.

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IEC OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT

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• IEC forums meet across the U.S. and enable groups of noncompeting contractors to share best practices confidentially.

• Leadership development through participation on national committees allows you to provide input on IEC’s strategic plan.

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CODE & SAFETY INFORMATION & REPRESENTATION

 

• Safety Manual for all new members (a $150 value).

• IEC represents the industry in development of the National Electrical Code (NEC); National Electrical Safety Code; NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace, NEMA, UL, and various regional and national building code conferences.

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INDUSTRY PARTNERS & MEMBER DISCOUNT PROGRAMS

 

• Save money on the The Home Depot Member Incentive Program: Members receive 2% cash back on annual purchases by enrolling in this program.

• Decrease expenses on services including Enterprise Fleet Management; TSYS credit card processing; simPRO business management software, and more.

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COMMUNICATION TOOLS

 

• Learn about emerging trends through IEC Insights magazine.

• Receive electronic newsletters such as IECX and Capitol Connection that keep you current on industry- related issues.

• Members-only access to the IEC National Website provides valuable safety resource information and a variety of powerful tools to enhance your productivity and profitability.

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PUBLIC RELATIONS & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADVOCACY

 

• Gain knowledge of the issues affecting the merit shop electrical contracting industry, like labor relations, workforce  development, and more.

• Raise awareness of merit shop issues by participating in the Freedom Fund and IEC PAC.

• Keep informed on legislative and regulatory topics that affect the merit shop industry.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

 

• Grow your business with IEC's annual event SPARK, which provides opportunities for 1,000s of industry professionals to share ideas, analyze industry trends, and attend management & industry-related programs. Receive recognition for excellent work through the IEC National Awards programs during the event.

• Engage at the IEC Policy Conference (Washington, D.C.) which provides members with a direct voice to law makers on legislative and regulatory issues that affect your business and the greater electrical industry.

• Enhance your strength at IEC Business Summit. Engage in educational programs for electrical contractors on business strategies and economic forecasts, and take part in setting the strategic direction of IEC.

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