Local 5 Electricians
I.B.E.W. electricians install your electrical project right the first time – on time and on budget!
Who we are
What You Can Count On
Our electricians provide commercial, industrial, and residential customers with world-class electrical contracting services to ensure each project is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
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Safety on every job
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750,000
members strong
1897
year founded
4400
kilometers our students cover every day
99.4%
success rate on first attempt
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About Local #5
I.B.E.W. Local #5 was founded in Pittsburgh in 1897 during a period of rapid economic and technological change…
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Members who receive their training through the Pittsburgh JATC are among the best-trained, most-highly skilled electricians in the world…
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Recent Posts
Local 5 Pin Ceremony: 2026
January 30, 2026
In January, Local 5 distributed pins to active working members with 20, 25, 30, 35,
Organize with IBEW Local 5
December 31, 2025
Since 1897, the IBEW Local 5 has been advocating for benefits for electricians across Central and
70 Year Pin Recipient
October 14, 2025
Mr. Paul Karpan, the longest-tenured member of Local #5, received his 70-Year Pin in June