IBEW Local 481

✅ Higher Wages ✅ Employer Paid Family Healthcare ✅ Three Employer Funded Retirement Funds ✅ Safer Work Conditions Don’t do the same job for less money. Earn what you deserve. *Currently seeking electricians with 5 years and low voltage cabling technicians with 3 years of experience* Apply today at joinibew481.org or contact us at [email protected].

Over the past two weeks, Business Manager Jeff Wheeler led the Orientation to the IBEW presentation at the Electrical Training Institute to welcome four new classes of apprentices into Local 481. It's an incredible time to join the IBEW and we couldn't be more thrilled to welcome these new apprentices into the brotherhood!

**Project Spotlight - Carrier** As summer temperatures soar, many residents in Central Indiana and nationwide turn to reliable air conditioning to keep them cool. Many of the HVAC units that provide this relief are built by Carrier, a world leader in heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration solutions. With 51 factories worldwide and 39 research and design centers, Carrier’s Indianapolis plant stands out as one of the largest gas furnace facilities in the world at nearly 550,000 square feet. The skilled electricians of IBEW Local 481 are at the heart of maintaining the electrical infrastructure of this Carrier Indianapolis Manufacturing plant and Engineering Center. Our professionals’ commitment to maintaining existing systems and powering new additions is key in ensuring that Carrier continues to deliver top-notch HVAC units to homes and businesses worldwide. NECA Signatory Contractor ATEC, INC. (Advanced Technologies in Electrical and Communications, Inc.) was awarded the electrical contract for this project and will also be responsible for installing a new substation for Carrier’s Research and Development Center in 2025. Selecting ATEC for this substantial additional project underscores Carrier’s confidence in ATEC’s capabilities and satisfaction with their contributions. We are proud of our members’ hard work at the Carrier plant, which ensures it operates smoothly and efficiently. Their work helps cool and warm our communities, making every hot summer day a little more bearable and every cold winter night a bit more comfortable. Electrical Contractor: ATEC Project Foreman: Todd Catron

Local 481 was honored to host the 2024 IBEW Indiana State Golf Tournament at The Fort Golf Course! It was a beautiful day and the perfect end to this year's State Conference. Thanks to everyone who joined us! Congratulations to our winners: Men’s Scratch: Mitch Schluttenhofer, Local 668 Men’s Net: Dave Roedel, Local 16 Senior Scratch: Chuck Wenning, Local 481 Senior Net: Van Bragg, Local 481 Super Senior Scratch: Garth Handlon, Local 481 Super Senior Net: Dave Colclaizier, Local 481 Team Scratch: Local 16 Team Net: Local 481

This past week, representatives from over twenty Indiana #IBEW Locals met in Indianapolis to discuss political updates, local/international news, and address new and unfinished business. We were excited to have everyone here exchanging ideas that will drive us forward together!

#IBEW Local 481 retirees had a fantastic time this week at the John Payne Memorial Golf Tournament! With the sun shining bright and brotherhood in full swing, it was a perfect day to honor John’s legacy. Congratulations to the winning team: Steve Holewinski, Michael Mullen, Dave Espich, and Bob Haas. Here’s to many more rounds on the green — retirement sure looks good!

This summer, Business Representative Dominic Collins, EWMC President Chris Madden, and Executive Board Member Esa Jones have been visiting the Pride Academy and Judah Ministries Summer Camp to educate kids about electricity and the valuable work of union electricians. Here’s to inspiring the next generation!

Happy Fourth of July! Local 481’s Union Hall is closed today but will reopen on Friday during normal hours. Enjoy the celebrations and stay safe!

IBEW Local 481 proudly participated in the Indy Juneteenth Parade and Festival this past weekend. Today, on the anniversary of Juneteenth, we celebrate freedom and equality for all. We stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters today and every day.

Wage increases from our latest contract negotiations are rolling out this week, marking the largest bump in over 30 years! Live better, work union! Join the movement today at joinibew481.org #IBEW #Union #UnionStrong #UnionProud