Remember to keep your dues receipt current. Only members in good standing are allowed to sign the out of work books. Dues should be paid by the 1st of every month. It is your responsibility to make sure your dues are paid on time. Please don't wait until the last minute to pay your dues; allow enough time for your receipt/ticket to be mailed to you. Dues for 2023 will be $61.49 per month.
Local 84 has statewide jurisdiction in Georgia except the following counties: Catoosa, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Murray, Walker, and Whitfield. Those counties fall under the jurisdiction of Local 175, unless the work is performed on Georgia Power property, in which case Local 84 retains jurisdiction.
Make sure you are registered on ERTS (Electronic Reciprocal Transfer System) if you plan to travel and work out of any other Local Union's jurisdiction.
Outside members should verify that their beneficiaries for their different polices (health, annuity, etc.) are updated as changes are needed due to marriage or divorce. Remember, whatever form you have on file is where your benefits will go in the event of an unexpected accident. To help you in this process, we have listed the numbers below that you can call for new forms, or to verify who you have listed as the beneficiary.
IBEW Pension Office - 202-728-6206
LINECO - 1-800-323-7268
NEAP- 301-556-4300
Journeyman White Ticket Policy |
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WHITE TICKET POLICY
IBEW LOCAL 84
ORGANIZING PRACTICE FOR JOURNEYMEN
Candidates must have a completed Data file before start date. Data file must be sent to Casey Darden at cdarden@ibewlocal84.org before an appointment can be made. Please contact Casey Darden if you have any questions regarding the policy at 770-243-0552.
Data file must include:
For Journeyman Lineman
- -Proof of residence in Local 84 jurisdiction
- -Valid class A CDL and valid DOT medical card
- -Proof of 3 ½ years and/or 7500 hrs + in the trade and,
- -Proof of having worked in the trade for a period of 1 year in the last 3 ½ years.
- -Proof of journeyman classification/wages or proof of completion of IBEW recognized apprenticeship with
- an EMC/CO-OP, Municipality or Power Company.
For URD Technician
- -Proof of residence in Local 84 jurisdiction
- -Proof of 2 ½ years and/or 4000 hours in the URD trade
- -Proof of having worked in the trade for a period of 1 year in the last 2 ½ years.
- -Proof of experience in installation and maintenance of underground terminations, splices, transformers and cabinets.
For Substation Technician
- -Proof of residence in Local 84 jurisdiction
- -Proof of 3 years and/or 7000 hours in the trade
- -Proof of at least 1 year in the trade in the last 3 years
- -Proof of experience in installation and maintenance of substation equipment, including grounding, foundations, wiring, steel erections, transformers, conduit, switch gear, OR proof of completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.
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Candidate must have a passing score on pre-test given by a representative of Local 84 before start date.
The candidate will then be offered a referral (white ticket) to a job in local 84 jurisdiction.
The candidate will be offered up to three referrals, and if they do not accept one, they will be moved to the bottom of the list of candidates.
The referral (white ticket) will be issued for a minimum of 60 days. After the 60 days the candidate may request an appointment to test.
Before testing, he or she must have two letters of recommendation from other members of IBEW Local 84. The letters of recommendation must come from Journeyman classifications and above.
Candidates will then be scheduled for a Journeyman Test. If the candidate achieves a successful score, they may apply for membership.
If the candidate does not achieve a successful score, they may re-test every 30 days until a passing score is obtained.
Journeyman ticket (yellow ticket) will be issued after the E-Board has accepted new candidate for membership.
This policy will stay in effect unless amended by the Executive Board or the Business Manager of Local 84.
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Joining Procedure |
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In order to join IBEW Local 84 the following requirements must be met:
*Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
*Must present a valid Georgia driver’s license and live in our jurisdiction. Our jurisdiction encompasses all of Georgia except the following counties: Catoosa, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Murray, Walker, and Whitfield. If you live in one of the aforementioned counties you will need to contact Local 175 to join (outside construction only). Georgia Power, Southern Nuclear, Amicalola EMC or Sawnee EMC employees are in local 84 jurisdiction regardless of home address.
- All Groundmen (Non CDL Holders) and All Truck Operators (Class A CDL Holders)
MUST sign Book 4. *BOOK 4 Form link is below*
- Light and Heavy Equipment Operators
MUST make an appointment with Casey Darden 770-243-0552
Walk-ins will NOT be accepted. NO EXCEPTIONS
*Must present applicable certifications as required per classification.
*Testing for classification may be required.
**If interested in joining as a Journeyman Lineman, Substation Technician or Underground Technician, please refer to our White Ticket Policy linked below**
Download:
WHITE TICKET POLICY.pdf
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Outside Jurisdiction Map |
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The Counties of Catoosa, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Murray Walker and Whitfield are local 175 jurisdiction UNLESS:
-The work is being performed on Georgia Power System and/or Property
-The work is being performed by employees of Georgia Power, Southern Nuclear, Amicalola EMC or Sawnee EMC
In these instances, Local 84 retains jurisdiction.
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Page Last Updated: Dec 345, 2020 (10:54:00)
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