Local vitals
Journeyman Scale
$65.50/hr
Total Package
$96.71/hr
Health & Welfare
$10.05
Defined Pension
$9.50
Contribution Pension
$5.27
NEBF Pension
$1.97
401(k)
$4.42
Vacation
$2.42 DEDUCT
Working Dues
4.50%
Wage package last updated 2/18/26 · Wage data via unionpayscales.com
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15937 NE Airport Way Portland, OR 97230
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Updated July 28, 2026 · 4:43 PM ET
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Work Outlook
Two calls open for two hands: one detailing position at a data center facility and one residential/service work role in the Portland metro area.
2 open calls · 2 hands needed
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EC COMPANYOther
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NEXUS ELECTRICAL GROUPResidential
IBEW Local 48 out of Portland, OR currently has 2 open job calls on the books, needing about 2 hands. Journeyman scale runs $65.50/hr. Calls below are pulled live from the local's dispatch — sign the appropriate book and call the hall to confirm before you roll.
Does IBEW Local 48 have open calls right now?
Yes — 2 open calls needing ~2 hands as of July 28, 2026, listed above and updated daily.
What's the journeyman scale at IBEW Local 48?
Inside JW base scale is $65.50/hr, plus $10.05 health & welfare.