
MEMBERSHIP


NJIEC membership is an investment in your company’s future. Apprentice training, leadership development, advice on running your business to increase your bottom line, and the support of a nationwide network of like-minded professionals are just a few of the benefits you will enjoy as an NJIEC member.
MEMBER BENEFITS

Preferred Member Business Services
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Health Benefits - Association Member Trust 
 Association Member Trust is a not-for-profit formed by 17 NJ associations, including the New Jersey IEC, to help member businesses use their combined purchasing power to get superior health coverage. To learn more or request a quote, visit amt-nj.com.
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Insurance Coverage 
Federated Insurance
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Banking Services 
M&T Bank
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Public Works Compliance: 
Members are eligible to contribute to the NJIEC ERISA Trust Fund and meet requirements for a public works compliance certificate.
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Industry Partner & Member Discount Programs - 
Participate in preferred member pricing for all your tool needs through our partner, Milwaukee Tools. 
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Save money with The Home Depot Member Incentive Program: Members receive 2% cash back on annual purchases by enrolling in this program. 
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Stop burning hours and budget. Makeoff’s machine-vision AI flips raw takeoffs into fully priced estimates in under five minutes: auto-pulling live material quotes and surfacing design gaps so you dodge change-order hits and pocket thousands on every job. 
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Decrease expenses on services including Enterprise Fleet Management, TSYS credit card processing, simPRO business management software, and more. 
 
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CEU, Code & Safety Information, Leadership/Management and Specialty Education
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CEU Access for Members 
 Membership includes access to all CEUs required by the State of NJ at our monthly meetings.
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New CEU Courses 
 Launching this year are CEU courses for Class A Journeyman and Class B Wireman, as required by the NJ Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors.
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Industry Representation 
 IEC represents the industry in the development of:- 
National Electrical Code (NEC) 
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National Electrical Safety Code 
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NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace 
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NEMA, UL, and various regional and national building code conferences 
 
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Cutting-edge Management Education 
 Attend sessions at the IEC National Convention & SPARK Expo and the IEC National Business Summit.
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Ongoing Learning 
 Participate in IEC webinars on the latest topics impacting electrical contracting businesses.

IEC Outreach, Communication Tools & Engagement
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Local Networking Opportunities 
 Access non-competitive networking events at the local level.
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Apprentice Talent Access 
 Enjoy member-only access to local apprentice talent.
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IEC Forums 
 Participate in forums across the U.S., where non-competing contractors share best practices confidentially.
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Leadership Development 
 Develop leadership skills by serving on national committees and contributing to IEC’s strategic plan.
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Industry Newsletters 
 Receive electronic newsletters like IECX and Capitol Connection to stay updated on industry issues.
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Members-Only National Website Access 
 Gain exclusive access to valuable safety resources and tools that enhance productivity and profitability.
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IEC Insights Magazine 
 Learn about emerging industry trends through IEC Insights magazine.

Apprenticeship, Workforce Training and Pipeline
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World-class Program 
Four-year U.S. Department of Labor Registered Electrician Apprenticeship.
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Skill Development 
Produces highly skilled and productive employees.
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On-site Labs 
Hands-on labs with expanded locations across New Jersey.
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Tuition Discount & Public Works Compliance 
Members contributing to the NJIEC ERISA Trust Fund get a 10% discount on apprentice tuition and qualify for a public works compliance certificate.
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Administrative Support 
NJIEC staff manage administrative and reporting tasks for state and federal agencies, freeing up time for your business.
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Member-Only Benefits 
Access to a roster of current apprentices available for full-time work.
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College Credit Recommendation 
Up to 46 college credit hours recommended by the American Council on Education.
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Industry Recruitment 
Myelectriccareer.com attracts thousands of new workers into the electrical and systems contracting field each year.
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Cutting-edge Education 
Attend management education sessions at the IEC Convention & Expo and the IEC Business Summit.
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Ongoing Learning 
Access IEC webinars covering the latest topics in electrical contracting.

Public Relations & Federal Government Advocacy
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Legislative Advocacy 
 Benefit from our strong advocacy efforts for merit shop contractors at local, state, and national levels.
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Stay Informed 
 Keep up to date on legislative and regulatory topics that impact the merit shop industry at both the state and federal levels.
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Raise Awareness 
 Participate in the Political Education Fund (PEF) and PRIDE PAC to raise awareness of merit shop issues.
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Industry Updates 
 Stay informed on issues affecting the merit shop electrical contracting industry, including labor relations, workforce development, and more.

Special Events
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Grow your business with IEC Convention & Expo which provides opportunities for 1,000s of industry professionals to share ideas, analyze industry trends, and attend management & industry-related programs. Receive recognition for excellent work through the IEC National Awards programs during the Convention. 
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Engage at the IEC Policy Conference (Washington, D.C.) which provides members with a direct voice to law makers on legislative and regulatory issues that affect your business and the greater electrical industry. 
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Enhance your strength at IEC Business Summit. Engage in educational programs for electrical contractors on business strategies and economic forecasts, and take part in setting the strategic direction of IEC. 

Communication Tools
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Learn about emerging trends through IEC Insights magazine. 
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Receive electronic newsletters such as IECX and Capitol Connection that keep you current on industry- related issues. 
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Members-only access to the IEC National Website provides valuable safety resource information and a variety of powerful tools to enhance your productivity and profitability. 

Code & Safety Information & Representation
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Safety Manual for all new members (a $150 value) 
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IEC represents the industry in development of the National Electrical Code (NEC); National Electrical Safety Code; NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace, NEMA, UL, and various regional and national building code conferences 

