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Training, Management Education & Workforce
Development
Nationally recognized apprenticeship training programs to
develop qualified and productive employees.
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Electrical Apprentice Program (4 years), which is
approved by the
U.S.
Department of labor / Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, the Veterans
Affaires, the American Counsel on Education for college
credits and the Workforce Investment Network.
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Voice-Data-Video Apprentice Program (2 years), which is
approved by the
U.S.
Department of labor / Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training,
the Veterans Affairs and the Workforce Investment
Network.
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BICSI certified
Training Facility that can offer BICSI certifications at
a discounted price to IEC members "HERE" in Memphis. The BICSI certifications that are offered are:
Members' Section of
the website where employment applications are kept for IEC
Contractor Members to review candidates for potential employment.
Dozens of IEC University management education sessions at
the Annual National Convention.
IEC University Electrical Project Management Institute
offered in partnership with Purdue University.
Various
stand-alone training programs such as NEC classes, Motor
Controls classes and High Voltage Splicing training to name
a few.
 IEC University eCampus:
hundreds
of online courses covering safety, technical issues,
business skills, and more.
If you are an electrical , low voltage
or systems contractor in need of safety, technical or human
resources training but don’t have time to spend in a
classroom, then this is for you. Click on the University
eCampus logo above for detailed information.
Communication Tools
IEC
provides its members with a "Weekly IEC Update" which keeps
IEC members on top of current economic trends, union
activities, new legislation, and code interpretations
that effect the way members do business within the
Memphis area.
IEC INSIGHTS
Magazine (published 8 times per year) addresses emerging
market trends, federal government activities, contractor
success stories, new product information, buyers guides, and
more.
Mid-South IEC
Quarterly Newsletter focusing specifically on the industry
topics that affect contractors in the Mid-South area.
 Annual National Member Directory
in electronic format and available in print format as well.
Also an online Find an
Electrical Contractor search engine, which enable IEC
members and the public to locate IEC contractors and
associate members on the National IEC's website (www.ieci.org)
Annual Local Member Directory that is printed mid-year to
keep the lines of communication open within the Mid-South
IEC member community.
National IEC "Electrical Matters"
(bi-weekly electronic newsletter) keeps you current on
industry issues – including Codes & Safety News and
Eye on Washington
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
Conventions & Meetings
(Member Discounts Apply)
Annual local Tradeshow and Expo, which gives the electrical
community the opportunity to meet with Memphis area industry
partners on what's new in the industry that can assist the
contractors with their day to day business.
Annual National Convention provides opportunities for you to
share ideas, analyze industry trends, and attend management
& industry-related sessions.
Electric Expo tradeshow providing hands-on access to the
latest products from the industry’s leading manufacturers
and distributors.
National Legislative Conference provides updates on
legislative issues that affect your business and the greater
electrical industry and gives you a chance to talk with
lawmakers.
National Leadership Conference offers unique educational and
training opportunities for IEC volunteer leadership and
members
Networking & Business
Development
Monthly
Membership Meetings where all IEC members are invited to
attend. At these meetings, Guest Speakers are normally
present to teach the IEC members what is the most current
trend in business, code, and employment law.
Free Legal Advice
with one of the top labor attorneys in Memphis.
Find an Electrical Contractor
search engine on the IEC website helps promote and market
your company on the National IEC's website (www.ieci.org).
Forums enable groups of non-competing contractors to share
“best practices” in a confidential atmosphere.
Task forces and committees allow you to work with other
members on issues facing the industry and IEC.
Free use on the
IEC's classrooms to conduct your meetings with your
employees on items such as safety policies, employee
benefits or even new products that are company specific.
Free use of the
IEC's Executive Boardroom where you can conduct meetings
such as; a joint venture project, managers meetings, or meet
with your customers in a professional environment.
FREE Safety Manual for all new members (a $150 value).
IEC represents the industry in development of the National
Electrical Code (NEC); National Electrical Safety Code; NEMA,
UL, and NECA standards; and various regional and national
building code conferences.
IEC represents the industry to OSHA, MSHA and other federal
agencies regulating workplace safety.
IEC panel members answer your questions about codes and
standards.
Over 75
free Toolbox Talks available in the member's section of the
website to help you promote safety within your company.
Industry partner relationships provide access to the
industry’s leading manufacturers, distributors, and service
companies and their newest products and services.
Discounts on shipping through DHL and Yellow Freight save
you as much as 20% to 50%.
Discounted car lease/purchase and fleet
maintenance/management programs through Enterprise Fleet
Services and discounted business auto insurance from
Allstate Insurance.
Nationally discounted cellular telephone service from Nextel.
IEC affinity credit cards at preferred rates (currently
9.9%) from MBNA.
Discounts with ZamRay !
ZamRay.com is the
premier online resource for all sectors of the construction
industry. The site includes useful categories such as
materials marketplace; used equipment listings; services
directory; employment; news; and connections. More
importantly, it is a community of construction professionals
from the field to the office; coast to coast.
As a Mid-South
IEC Contractor Member, you will receive a 15% discount on
all ads placed with ZamRay by using the membership code of
IECMIDSOUTH. For additional information, contact Kurt Fisher
at (303) 428-6969 or visit their website at
www.zamray.com or click
here for an informational
tri-fold.
Click on the below
button to get
the most updated list of discounts from the National IEC's Industry
Partners:
Public Relations & Federal Government
Advocacy
Representation of merit shop workforce issues, including
state and federal employment regulations, project labor
agreements, union activities (salting), association health
plans, and employment discrimination.
Political Action Committee (PAC) and Political Educational
Fund (PEF) provide advocacy support in Washington on behalf
of IEC members.
Participation in state and federal apprentice advisory
boards.
Industry Career Awareness Program – working with
organizations (SkillsUSA/VICA) to raise student awareness of
career opportunities in the electrical contracting industry.
Award programs that recognize excellence and achievements of
IEC members at the national level.
Sale Items (Member Discounts Apply)
Textbooks, manuals, and videos in the areas of safety and management
& workforce training.
Safety materials such as the IEC Jobsite Safety Handbook.
OSHA’s Construction Industry Regulations in an easy-to-read
format.
IEC logo apparel to assist in outfitting your employees.
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