Referral System
The IBEW Local 8 referral system is how union electricians in our jurisdiction connect with available work.
Referral Office Hours
7:30 AM to 4:00 PM – Monday through Friday
New job calls are posted at the end of each business day. Jobs available and the number of open positions update throughout the day as positions are filled. Members can view open calls, check their book position and submit bids — all through the online referral system. To place your bid, log in using your member credentials.
On The Board
Current Job Calls
All TRAVELLING IBEW MEMBERS MUST HAVE CURRENT PHYSICAL DUES RECEIPT AND PHOTO I.D. IN HAND TO SIGN OUR OUT-OF-WORK LIST.
JIW
BOOK 1
Received Nicks Up To 973-2
First Person is on 969-5
Short Calls Start 973-2
Last Person is on 973-4
People on the Book: 2
BOOK 2
Received Nicks Up To 157-4
First Person is on 155-3
Short Calls Start on 155-3
Last Person is on 157-5
People on the Book: 7
RESIDENTIAL
BOOK 1
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 6
BOOK 2
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 0
VDV
BOOK 1
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 1
BOOK 2
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 2
CW
BOOK 1
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 8
BOOK 2
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 5
CE
BOOK 1
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 1
BOOK 2
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 3
CABLE PULLER
BOOK 1
Received No Nicks
People on the Book: 4
Daily Referral Schedule
The daily referral process follows a set schedule. Members should plan accordingly.
7:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m. — Book 1 Day Hall
30 Min After Book 1 Day Hall
1:00 p.m. — Book 2 Day Hall
IMMEDIATELY AFTER Book 2 Day Hall
Leftover calls are filled with Book 3 or Book 4, when calls are available for Book 3 or Book 4.
All bids must be submitted through the website. No exceptions.
We're Here To Help
If you have questions about your registration, book position or an active job call, contact the Referral Office during regular business hours.