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As per our agreement ~ #IBEW 569 offices will be closed Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving.

We are grateful for our union, community partners, and all who fight for working families. We wish you joy, peace & laughter tomorrow & the holiday weekend.
#UnionHoliday
#Gratitude
#IBEWProud
November 27, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Last night's Sparkies meeting was productive and purposeful.

#Tradeswomen
#UnionStrong
#IBEW
October 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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"If we don't start bringing new people in from all different backgrounds into our construction workforce, we're not going to be able to maintain our roads and bridges..or build the housing and clean energy infrastructure we need." bit.ly/3OPZmEf
Efforts to Close Maines Trades Gap Creates Big Opportunities for the Next Generation
Math that Matters to Maine - New apprentices versus retirees in trades across Maine
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December 12, 2024 at 6:59 PM
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The San Diego Annual Holiday Party was held Saturday, December 7 at the IBEW 569 Union Hall. Hundreds of members gathered to enjoy holiday merriment and libations. Santa visited, gifts were given, and fun was had by all. #IBEW #Family #1U
December 14, 2024 at 3:58 AM
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🚨 Member Spotlight: Doyle Morrison 🚨

By day: Journeyman Wireman & Medium Voltage Cable Splicer
By night: IBEW 569 instructor shaping the future!
Doyle’s dedication, hard work, and passion for giving back inspire us all.
Watch his story here:
youtu.be/DYycubi5xQM?si…#IBEW56969
December 17, 2024 at 7:12 PM
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Tax cuts for billionaires and corporate CEOs don’t help working people and they never will. It’s about time the wealthy and powerful paid their fair share.
December 17, 2024 at 7:41 PM
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Biden Administration Agrees to Record $15B Loan to PG&E = #IBEW JOBS!

New hydropower and battery storage, transmission capacity and virtual power plants.

PG&E will partner with @ibewinternational.bsky.social IBEW 1245 to train and employ members of underserved groups..

Read More: bit.ly/4izBH8J
December 17, 2024 at 10:53 PM
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Clean energy is now leading the way in good union jobs. This is HUGE.

When workers are organized, we can ensure our national interests, build a stronger economy, and lift up working families. www.energy.gov/policy/us-en...
2024 U.S. Energy & Employment Jobs Report (USEER)
The landing page for U.S. Energy & Employment Jobs Report (USEER).
www.energy.gov
December 6, 2024 at 9:46 PM
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Today on #EWMC National Day of Service we went to the neighborhood of Southcrest & worked on installing new electrical wiring, devices, and upgraded the sub panel for a family who has not been able to move back into their home since the horrible January floods. #EWMCdayofservice #EWMC569 #IBEW #1U
November 23, 2024 at 8:53 PM
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Celebrating #NationalApprenticeshipWeek with Lily Voon, an IBEW 569 apprentice who shows the power of women in the trades! 💪 For Lily, the sisterhood in the union is everything: 'We need to bond together.' Thank you, Lily, for inspiring future generations! #NAW2024 #IBEW569
November 21, 2024 at 5:51 PM
We’d need more in our circle, but we love where it’s going so far! 💗
November 24, 2024 at 4:19 PM
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Enter the #IBEW Photo Contest today! Deadline is Nov. 30. bit.ly/4hd74Fx
November 15, 2024 at 7:05 PM
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#IBEW Apprenticeships:
✅Debt-free training
✅High-demand energy careers
✅Family-supporting union pay and benefits
#NAW2024 www.ibewyes.org
November 18, 2024 at 7:19 PM
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Happy #NationalApprenticeshipWeek! 👷‍♂️ Through our partnership with the Electrical Training Institute, we're empowering the next generation of electrical pros. Experienced Apprentices & Journeymen, what advice would you give to those just starting out? 📸: @ETI569 #NAW2024 #IBEW569 #ApprenticeshipUSA
November 18, 2024 at 10:19 PM
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Pre-apprenticeship programs like ValleyBuild are helping people get into the skilled trades and ride the wave of upcoming infrastructure projects. #NAW2024 bit.ly/4hY8IuM
This Central Valley program helps Californians get six-figure jobs
In 2019, Alexis Rowberry was living in a Fresno County homeless shelter with her two kids, recently out of what she described as an abusive relationship. “We had nothing,” she
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November 19, 2024 at 3:41 PM
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