For current openings, members should log into the or call the 396 Dispatch Recording at (408) 287-1818 (check the local's current automated number).
Understanding how to read, sign, and respond to these calls is critical to staying employed and maximizing earnings in Silicon Valley’s competitive construction market. A "job call" is a request from a signatory contractor (e.g., Cupertino Electric, Rosendin, Redwood Electric) to the union hall for a specific number of electricians. The contractor details the scope of work, the required classification (Inside Wireman, Residential, or Sound & Comm), and the duration of the project. ibew 396 job calls
Disclaimer: Wage rates, book rules, and call procedures change via union bylaws and collective bargaining agreements. Always verify current rules with the IBEW 396 hall dispatcher. For current openings, members should log into the
For electricians and wiremen in the South Bay and Central Coast, IBEW Local 396 (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) serves as the gateway to employment. Unlike a standard job application process, the union utilizes a structured system known as the "Out-of-Work List" or "Job Calls" to dispatch members to contractors. The contractor details the scope of work, the