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Work Outlook/Re-Sign Procedure

 
Work Outlook:
 
**MUST SIGN BOOK 2 AT THE HALL**

Updated: April 22, 2026 @ 9:45 AM
*If you are interested in taking a call in NY, please be advised
that NYS Gun Laws are very strict and that a valid NYS
pistol permit is required to possess a pistol here.
Book 1: 8
Book 2: 20
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Open calls at this time:  
Gross Electric:
-Open Calls for JW's at Albion Prison working 5-8's. Long call. Must pass background check. There is no per diem.
Concord Electric:
-1 open call for JW for a 40 hr short call. 
Erie Electric:

-1 open call for a JW and 1 open call for an Apprentice

-2 week+ call at Lee Whedon Memorial Library

-7am start till 3:30pm

IPL Electric:

-2 JW at Wal Mart Niagara Falls. 40 hour call 1st shift

BCU Electric:

-11 open calls for JW's.

Start date 4-22-2026

Monday-Friday 6:00am to 4:30pm Saturday 6:00am to 2:30pm

Amazon

8995 Lockport Rd

Niagara Falls, NY 14304

Local Hands:850/per week incentive bonus

Travelers:1200/per week travel stipend (through per diem) for employees traveling 50 miles or more from the job site.

All employees must work 90% hours scheduled to receive the bonus.

Two forms of ID needed

Voided check or bank documentation with routing and account numbers needed.

Ferguson Electric:

-1 open call for JW's for Lake Mariner Data

-$150 per day per diem for travelers over 100 miles

-1st Shift 6:30am to 5pm working 5 - 10 hour days and an 8 on Saturday with Sunday work possible as scheduled.

-Please bring their drivers license, social security card, OSHA 10 , and a voided check if you are going to direct deposit.

-8 open calls for JW's for Ferguson Electric at the Amazon project. 5-10's and an 8. 6am start time. Their incentive works as followed:

This program is designed to encourage consistent attendance and dedication from our workforce and award those who contribute significantly to the project's timely completion. Below is our incentive program for electricians working on the (FIFI) project.

• Program Start Date: The incentive program will commence April 13th, 2026

• Incentive Period: The program operates on a weekly cycle, Monday through Saturday, with Sunday work possible as scheduled.

• Work Requirements: Employees must work at least 90% of the scheduled 58-hour workweek (52 hours) at the FIFI Niagara Falls jobsite to qualify for either the per diem or incentive.

• Participating Contractors: Ferguson Electric

• Per Diem for Travelers: Travelers residing 50 miles or more from the jobsite will receive a non-taxable travel stipend of $1140 per week working 90% of the scheduled hour requirement of 58 hours.

• Attendance Incentive: Local labor Journeyman will receive $750 per week incentive for working the posted 90% of the scheduled hours, All Apprentices must work 95% of the scheduled hours then would qualify for the attendance incentive.  The incentive will be included in regular payroll, subject to applicable federal and state taxes.

• Mid Pay Period New Hires: Employees hired mid pay period must work 90% of the remaining available hours to receive a pro-rated incentive or per diem

• Disqualification: Employees will be disqualified from receiving the per diem or incentive in the event of voluntary or involuntary termination of employment during the period.

• Modifications: Ferguson Electric reserves the right to modify or discontinue this incentive program at any time, at their sole discretion.

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🔌 Information About FUTURE O'Connell Electric Lake Mariner Data Manpower Calls:​

*THIS PROJECT IS BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE WORK*

👷 Project Outlook: *This job is for JW's only*

  • Currently 550 electricians on site

  • Expected to exceed 800 electricians by end of May

  • Long-term call with continued growth as additional buildings and utility infrastructure are added over the next several years

⏰ Schedule:

  • 7-10s

  • 1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM - $44.20

  • 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM - $50.39

  • For clarity: Currently, $88.40 is the highest rate of pay for double time on Sunday's, regardless of the shift worked. Double time is only on Sunday's.

  • PLEASE NOTE THAT ONBOARDING IS DONE AT THEIR HENRIETTA OFFICE:

       390B SYSTEMS RD, HENRIETTA, NY 14263

💰 Per Diem:

  • Travelers over 100 miles receive $150/day per diem

  • Paid for every full day worked Monday-Sunday

 
MANDATORY:
  • JW must provide current JW dues receipt

  • Must bring 2 Forms of Current ID (MUST SEE THE HARD COPY TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH HOME LAND SECURITY)

  • OSHA CARD 

  • VOID CHECK / BANK DIRECT DEPOSIT FORM (With name, address and routing/account information.)

  • Any other Certifications you may have

Site address is 7725 Lake Rd, Barker, NY 14012​​
This project is for one year+ in duration.​​

**MUST SIGN BOOK 2 AT THE HALL**

*Notice To All Travelers*
Travelers wishing to sign Book II in order to go out to work for IBEW Local 237 must come in and sign in person at this time.

Resign Policy

*Re-signs are done between the 10th and 16th of every month*

Resigns may be accomplished:

The following information will be required to re-sign:

  • Name

  • Address

  • Home Local #

  • Card Number

  • Original Sign Date

JW Package

Inside 5/26/25 through 5/26/26:

  • Journeyman Rate: $44.20

  • Health & Welfare: $14.76

  • Pension: $13.66

  • Annuity: $2.25

  • Working Dues: 5% These dues do not apply to the Reworld organizing campaign

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