About IBEW Local 230
Welcome to Local 230
Chartered in 1902, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 230 represents over 1600 electrical workers on Vancouver Island in industrial, commercial, institutional and residential construction and maintenance, marine shipyards, railway, motor winding, electrical wholesale, municipal, provincial and federal governments. Our cause is the cause of human justice, human rights, and human security.
The objects contained in the Constitution of the IBEW are:
- To organize all workers in the entire electrical industry in the United States and Canada, including all those in public utilities and electrical manufacturing, into local unions
- To promote reasonable methods of work
- To cultivate feelings of friendship among those of our industry
- To settle all disputes between employers and employees by arbitration (if possible)
- To assist each other in sickness or distress
- To secure employment
- To reduce the hours of daily labour
- To secure adequate pay for our work
- To seek a higher and higher standard of living
- To seek security for the individual
- And by legal and proper means, to elevate the moral, intellectual and social conditions of our members, their families and dependents, in the interest of a higher standard of citizenship.
01.
Proud Tradition, Strong Future
IBEW Local 230 boasts decades of experience in the electrical industry.
Our members’ expertise and dedication ensure that every project is completed to the highest standards while we also prepare for the challenges of the future.
02.
Solidarity and Community
IBEW Local 230 is more than a union – we are a family. Our members support each other in professional development and work together to achieve better working conditions and wages.
03.
Safety and Training:
Safety is our top priority. We offer continuous training programs for our members to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment.