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URGENT: Communication Alert – Local 18 Phone Lines Down
How to Contact Us for Immediate Assistance While we await the restoration of our main lines, please use the following temporary methods to contact our staff: Immediate Assistance: Temporary Phone Number (213) 364-7279 Please use this number to reach our administrative staff directly for urgent matters. General Questions: Email ibew18@ibewlocal18.org For all non-urgent inquiries, please send […]
Learn MoreIBEW 18-EWMC: Walk UnitedLA
We’re raising money for the United Way of Greater Los Angeles! We are walking together in WalkUnitedLA 2025 to support the important work taking place in our communities—from wildfire recovery efforts to college access programs and affordable housing initiatives throughout the county. The funds we raise will help sustain organizations that provide essential legal, housing, […]
Learn MoreURGENT ACTION NEEDED TO PROTECT YOUR DWP PENSION
Dear Local 18 Members, THIS IS A CRITICAL CALL-TO-ACTION FOR ALL IBEW LOCAL 18 MEMBERS AND RETIREES! I have learned that the Mayor and City Council are planning to put your pension at risk. They plan to transfer more than 1,000 City employees to the DWP and then allow these employees to take a pension […]
Learn More2/13 NOTICE: PHONES ARE DOWN
Our phone lines are currently down. AT&T expects the lines to be restored by February 28th. Please go to our Officer’s and Staff page to email your union representative directly. If you need help from our administrative staff, please email our general inbox at: ibew18@ibewlocal18.org
Learn MoreLocal 18 November 5, 2024 Endorsements
Please click on the link for comprehensive endorsement recommendations from IBEW Local 18. https://www.ibewlocal18.org/2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Final-Recommendations-for-COPE-Presidential-Election-November-2024.pdf
Learn MoreIBEW Local 18 September Meeting Notice
AGENDA PDF LINK: SEPTEMBER MEETING NOTICE 2024 https://www.ibewlocal18.org/2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SEPTEMBER-MEETING-NOTICE-2024.pdf
Learn MoreIBEW Local 18 August Meeting Notice
AGENDA PDF LINK: AUGUST MEETING NOTICE 2024 https://www.ibewlocal18.org/2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/AUGUST-MEETING-NOTICE-2024.2.pdf
Learn MoreWomen’s Committee – CicLAvia Fun Walk!
Join us for a day of fun and community at the CicLAvia Fun Walk! Hosted by the IBEW Local 18 Los Angeles Women’s Committee in partnership with the LADWP Women’s Council, we’re stepping out together on June 23, 2024. 🌟 Gather with us at the Exposition Hub at 10 AM for an energizing walk through […]
Learn MoreLocal 18 May Meeting Notice
Dear Local 18 Members: The May meeting notice is now posted on our website. Click the link below to download the meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18
Learn MoreEWMC Sock Drive March 28 to May 31
ELECTRICAL WORKERS MINORITY CAUCUS (EWMC) SOCK DRIVE MARCH 28TH – MAY 31ST, 2024 To benefit the Los Angeles Mission, www.losangelesmission.org “There are more people becoming homeless for the first time now than at any time in Los Angeles’ history. Los Angeles Mission is on the front lines of providing meals, hot showers, safe shelter, and […]
Learn MoreLocal 18 April Meeting Notice
Dear Local 18 Members: The April meeting notice is now posted on our website. Click the link below to download the meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18 https://www.ibewlocal18.org/2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/APRIL-MEETING-NOTICE-2024.pdf
Learn MoreLocal 18 March Meeting Notice
Dear Local 18 Members: Click the link below to download the March meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18
Learn MoreLocal 18 January Meeting Notice
Dear Local 18 Members: Happy New Year! The January meeting notice is now posted on our website. Click the link below to download the meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18
Learn MoreLocal 18 December Meeting Notice
Dear Local 18 Members: The December meeting notice is now posted on our website. Click the link below to download the meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18
Learn MoreLocal 18 June Meeting Notice
Dear Local 18 Members: The June meeting notice is now posted on our website. Click the link below to download the meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18
Learn MoreLocal 18 May Meeting Notice
May meeting notice Click the link below to download the meeting notice. Meeting Notice Download If you have any questions, please contact your union representative. In unity, Local 18
Learn MoreRecommendations for General Election, November 8, 2022
IBEW, Local 18 Recommendations for General Election November 8, 2022 PDF DOWNLOAD
Learn More2022-2026 Local 18 – LADWP Wage Package and MOU Contract Ratification Vote
2022-2026 Local 18 – LADWP Wage Package and MOU Contract Ratification Vote Ballot Count, October 12, 2022 Yes Votes: 70% No Votes: 30%
Learn MoreRe-sign and Signing the Books
The next re-sign is scheduled for October 1st -20th 2022 Please contact our office for further assistance at 213-387-8274 DOWNLOAD RESIGN SHEET In October please email, fax, or mail your re-sign: Email: ibew18@ibewlocal18.org Fax: 213-739-6937 Mail: IBEW, Local 18 4189 W. 2nd Street Los Angeles, CA 90004 You can now sign our books online. Please go to Resources […]
Learn MoreLADWP Members – Unfair Labor Practice regarding Mandatory Vaccinations Ordinance
Dear Sisters and Brothers, On August 25, 2021, Ordinance No. 187134 regarding Mandatory Vaccinations (Ordinance) was implemented by the City of Los Angeles (City). Because the City did not give IBEW, Local 18 advance written notice of the Ordinance and an opportunity to meet and confer with the City before implementing it, we filed an […]
Learn MoreAS ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY NEARS, CITY, IBEW & LAPD LEADERS RENEW CALL FOR INFORMATION IN THE UNSOLVED MURDER OF BELOVED LADWP EMPLOYEE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27th, 2021 Contact Brandie N. Harris, Fiancée of Akeem Coburn & LA City Employee, 310-738-3059 | JusticeForAJCoburn@gmail.com (Available to coordinate interviews) Branimir Kvartuc, Office of Councilmember Buscaino, 213-248-7954 | branimir.kvartuc@lacity.org Martin Marrufo, IBEW, 213-219-7341 | mmarrufo@ibewlocal18.org Detective Roger Fontes, Los Angeles Police Department, 323-786-5111 | 34970@lapd.online AS ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY NEARS, CITY, IBEW & LAPD […]
Learn MoreInterview Skills Training
IBEW Local 18 & Electrical Workers Minority Caucus (EWMC) hosts an Interview Skills Training workshop presented by HR Employee Development Training open to IBEW Local 18 Members on June 24, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Must RSVP by June 22 at EWMC18@ibewlocal18.org Click_for_PDF_File
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