Electricity is essential for light, power, air conditioning, and refrigeration.

Electricians install, connect, test, and maintain electrical systems for a variety of purposes including climate control, security, and communications. They work in a wide variety of fields including utilities, construction, telecommunications, broadcasting, manufacturing, railroads, and government.

In addition to wiring a building’s electrical system, electricians may install coaxial or fiber optic cable for computers and other telecommunications equipment.

A growing number of electricians install telephone systems, computer wiring and equipment, street lights, intercom systems, and fire alarm and security systems. They
also may connect motors to electrical power and install electronic controls for industrial equipment.

Local 538 serves Vermilion County, IL, and Vermillion, Warren, and Fountain counties in west central Indiana.

The national association is the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, with over 600,000 members.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pensions, 401(k), and credit union membership.

Local 538 supports volunteer and community activities including Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots, United Way, Workforce Investment Board, Dads for Diabetes, March of Dimes, Fisher Theatre Restoration, Vermilion Advantage, and the Danville Area Labor-Management Council.