Announcements

EWMC 2026 National Conference Highlights Video

Check out this video with highlights from the EWMC’s 36th National Leadership Conference in Seattle, where over 800 attendees gathered to address pressing challenges, explore new opportunities for growth, best practices, and strategies to expand EWMC’s vision and goals. https://www.ibew48.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EWMC-2026-Highlights-Video.mp4

ICE OUT Rally and March on Saturday, January 31st

Join fellow unions and other labor organizations at the ICE OUT Rally and March on Saturday, January 31st. The event will take place from 3pm to 4:30pm at Elizabeth Caruthers Park in Portland’s South Waterfront area, the address is 3508 S Moody Ave. Attendees are encouraged to wear union attire and to bring banners or […]

Oregon Association of Latin Electricians Meet-up On Jan. 23rd

The Oregon Association of Latin Electricians (ORALE) is having a social meet-up at 6pm this Friday, January 23rd, at the Core Bar and Food Courts. All are welcome to join! CORE – Bar & Food Carts3612 SE 82nd Ave.Portland, OR 97266 https://www.corepdx.com

Article on Energy and Infrastructure Project Cancellations

See this recent article from The Electrical Worker about energy and infrastructure projects that have been canceled, postponed, or threatened since the beginning of last year. https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/canceled-the-white-houses-236-billion-assault-on-blue-collar-jobs/?ref=ew

Ann Gallagher Memorial Scholarship Applications Open

Applications are now open for the Washington State Building & Construction Trades Council’s Ann Gallagher Memorial Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors whose parent is a member of an affiliated union. Applications must be submitted by Thursday, April 30, 2026, to be considered. Visit the link below to apply or […]

Free Wellness Webinars from Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is offering a no-cost wellness webinar series designed to help attendees refresh, restore, and thrive—all year long! These programs provide practical tools for mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Mindful Mondays: Guided experiences to promote inner peace and emotional balance. https://go.kaiserpermanente.org/00-EVWB-2026-WFH-LP-Mindfull-Monday_01-WFH-LP.html Wellbeing Wednesdays: Practical strategies for physical, mental, and emotional health. https://go.kaiserpermanente.org/00-EVWB-2026-WFH-LP-Wellbeing-Wednesday_01-WFH-LP.html Activate Your […]

BOLI Child Care for Construction Program

For all construction families: The Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) and Business Oregon have partnered to provide financial assistance for child care to all registered apprentices and early-career journey workers in construction. Are your children under the age of 12 (or with special needs under the age of 17) living at home and needing […]

Fundamentals of Instrumentation Course

We wanted to let you know about the upcoming Fundamentals of Instrumentation (Part A) course at the Training Center. Offered on Tuesday evenings beginning in early March, this 15-week course presents the concepts of measurement and calibration for automatic control systems in a blended learning environment. The course is open to JW Inside, JW LEA, […]

Office Closure on January 1st

The Local 48 Business Office and Dispatch will be closed on Thursday, January 1st, for the New Year’s Day holiday. Have a safe and Happy New Year!

Office Closures on December 24th and 25th

Happy holidays! A reminder that next week the Local 48 Business Office and Dispatch will be closed on December 24th and 25th. Business Representatives will be available via phone and e-mail on December 24th.

ORALE Hoodies Available for Sale

ORALE (Oregon Association of Latin Electricians) now has hoodies available for sale! The hoodies are $65, with the proceeds going to help Local 48 sister Kennitha Wade with expenses in her battle with cancer. You can order a hoodie by calling Guillermo Rodriguez at 503-851-9000 or Diego Perezsoto Lopez at 503-990-2079, or you can also […]

Holiday Banquet Coins Available at the Hall

Coins from the Local 48 Holiday Banquet are available for sale at the Hall! The coins are $20 each, with a limit of one per Local 48 member or traveler working in our jurisdiction. The proceeds from sales of these coins will go to the Local 48 Sick Fund.

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