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IBEW Local 995 encourages anyone with experience as an electrician or electrical worker to apply for membership to our proud union. No matter your level of education, background, employment history or military service.IBEW Local 995 is non-discriminatory and provides equal opportunity no matter your religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status or nationality. Everyone is on a level playing field with us.

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 995 encourages all experienced electricians within their jurisdiction to join our ranks!

Union electrical workers not only earn more than their non-union counterparts, but they have far superior medical insurance and retirement benefits.

When comparing the entire package – hourly wages, overtime and fringe benefits – IBEW Local 995’s Collective Bargaining Agreement makes far more financial sense for experienced electricians than any package offered by non-union electrical contractors. Through a Collective Bargaining Agreement, our Local union negotiates on our members behalf for wages, hours, working conditions, fringe benefits and more. Jobsite representation helps resolve grievances and helps enforce all terms agreed to by both parties.

Besides the compensation package, membership within Local 995 provides electricians and electrical workers with the opportunity to take industry-leading training courses. Training through the Local 995 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee allows electricians and electrical workers to stay up-to-date on the latest industry technology, trends and tools. This helps them work more efficiently and also helps them complete the job correctly, the first time.

Another benefit to joining Local 995 is the ability to work anywhere in the country. If or when work slows down within the Local jurisdiction, Local 995 members can travel to other IBEW jurisdictions where there are open work calls, until work at home picks up.

Take advantage of the skills you have acquired throughout your career and become a member of Local 995.

Are you an experienced electrician interested in joining Local 995?

Get in contact with us to get started:

Inside Classifications Contact: Stephanie LaPrairie at (225)931-9270 or by email at sl@lu995.com

Outside Classifications in the southern part of the state Contact: Larry Cowart at (225)405-1594 or by email at lc@lu995.com

Outside Classifications in the northern part of the state Contact: Cliff Zylks at (225)218-7148 or by email at cz@lu995.com

To become a member of IBEW Local 995, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must live or work in the Local 995 jurisdiction
  • Have a Louisiana State drivers license
  • Test with the Local 995 examining board

Once your required documents are submitted, we schedule an assessment test to determine your knowledge of the electrical industry. Depending on the results of the test and the hours you turn in, we will determine if you need more training to become a journeyman or if you meet the requirements for Journeyman Classification.

Men and women who wish to apply for the IBEW Local 995 apprenticeship programs can find more information about application requirements on the JATC’s website: www.brejatc.org for Inside Wireman and www.SELCAT.com for Lineman.