Journeyman electrician under IBEW Local 295 in Little Rock, AR earn $31.72/hr in base wages, or $56.57/hr as a total package with fringe benefits, effective Jun 2026.
The Local 295 pay scale for 2026 is $31.72 per hour for journeymen in Little Rock, AR, or about $63,440 a year at 2,080 hours. The total package, including employer-paid fringe benefits, is $56.57 per hour. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 6/26/26.
| Local 295 journeyman hourly wage | $31.72 / hour |
|---|---|
| Total package (wage + fringe benefits) | $56.57 / hour |
| Annualized at 2,080 hours (base wage) | $63,440 / year |
| First-period apprentice (≈45 to 50% of scale) | $14.27 to $15.86 / hour |
| Wage sheet effective | 6/26/26 |
| Classification | Journeyman Inside Wireman |
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A Local 295 apprentice in Little Rock, AR starts at roughly $14.27 an hour, about 45% of the $31.72 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $23.79 an hour by the fourth year and full scale on turning out. These are the standard percentage steps of scale, not a wage sheet Local 295 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
| 1st period (year 1) | 45% of scale | $14.27 / hour | $28,548 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd period (year 2) | 55% of scale | $17.45 / hour | $34,892 |
| 3rd period (year 3) | 65% of scale | $20.62 / hour | $41,236 |
| 4th period (year 4) | 75% of scale | $23.79 / hour | $47,580 |
| 5th period (year 5) | 85% of scale | $26.96 / hour | $53,924 |
| Journeyman (turned out) | 100% of scale | $31.72 / hour | $63,440 |
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Local 295 wages: $31.72 an hour on the journeyman scale, $56.57 an hour with fringe benefits added, effective 6/26/26. That is the most recent Little Rock, AR sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
IBEW Local 295 has not published a current wage sheet to the public rate sources we track, so the figure above is the reporting-wide electrician average, not this hall's own scale. Members dispatched out of this hall work commercial and industrial electrical, building automation and controls wiring, data and low-voltage systems and service and retrofit work for signatory contractors throughout the Little Rock, AR area, and local scale in the Little Rock market is normally set by the hall's current collective bargaining agreement, confirm it with the business office before quoting.
Gulfstream recruits electrician talent for commercial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, piping, sheet metal and building automation contractors in and around Little Rock. We are a private recruiting firm, we do not dispatch, set, or negotiate Local 295 rates. For current Little Rock scale, dispatch standing, or apprenticeship intake, contact the hall directly.
IBEW Local 295 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall, call (501) 562-2244 to confirm dispatch procedure, required documents (union card, certifications, ID) and current list standing before traveling in. Contact details are imported from the UA, SMART and IBEW public directories. Gulfstream is a private recruiting firm, is not affiliated with the local, and does not control hall dispatch.
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 295 serves as the primary labor organization for skilled electricians across Central and North-Central Arkansas. Based in Little Rock, this local manages a workforce dedicated to commercial, industrial, and residential electrical systems. The region's market is driven by significant healthcare infrastructure, data center expansions, and manufacturing facilities that require rigorous adherence to the National Electrical Code. Local 295 ensures that signatory contractors have access to a pool of highly trained Wiremen, providing a stable labor environment for both long-term capital projects and essential service maintenance within the state's capital and surrounding municipalities.
Local 295 operates under the principle of collective bargaining to secure fair compensation and safe working conditions for its members. The local's influence extends beyond mere dispatching, as it maintains a robust Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) program. This training infrastructure is critical for the Arkansas market, where the demand for specialized skills in motor controls, programmable logic controllers, and high-voltage systems remains high. For contractors, partnering with Local 295 offers a predictable cost structure and a reliable mechanism for scaling manpower to meet fluctuating project demands.
The current Journeyman Wireman rate for IBEW Local 295 is established at $31.72 per hour as of June 2024. When including the comprehensive fringe benefit contributions, the total compensation package reaches $56.57 per hour. Apprentices in the five-year JATC program receive a percentage of the Journeyman rate that scales upward as they complete classroom hours and on-the-job training milestones. Starting apprentices typically begin at roughly 40% to 50% of the base rate, with incremental raises occurring annually or bi-annually upon successful progression. This structured advancement ensures that labor costs remain proportionate to the skill level of the individual worker while providing a clear path to the full prevailing wage for those entering the trade.
The signatory contractor landscape for Local 295 in Central Arkansas is diverse, ranging from small specialty shops to large-scale industrial electrical firms. These contractors primarily service the booming healthcare sector, government facilities, and the growing logistics and distribution hubs near the urban core. Hiring activity is generally tied to major commercial developments and public works projects. Because Arkansas is a right-to-work state, Local 295 contractors distinguish themselves through the superior training and safety records of their crews. This makes them the preferred choice for complex industrial process piping, integrated building automation systems, and high-reliability power distribution projects that require high-level technical expertise.
The hourly wage of $31.72 is the gross amount paid directly on a member's paycheck. The total package of $56.57 includes that wage plus an additional $24.85 in employer-paid benefits like health insurance and pension contributions. These benefits are paid by the contractor over and above the hourly rate and are not deducted from the employee's base pay.
Yes, all electricians working in the jurisdiction must comply with Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners regulations. Apprentices must be registered with the state, and Journeymen must hold a valid Arkansas Journeyman Electrician license. The JATC training program is specifically designed to prepare members for these state-mandated examinations and ensure full regulatory compliance on all job sites.
Local 295 follows standard IBEW procedures for travelers, often referred to as 'Book 2' signings. While local members (Book 1) have priority for available work, travelers from other IBEW locals can sign the out-of-work list if manpower needs exceed local availability. All travelers must present a valid dues receipt and travel letter from their home local before being referred to a signatory contractor.
Local 295 offers various specialized training paths through the JATC, including EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program), instrumentation, and fire alarm certification. These certifications allow members to work on highly technical projects and increase their value to signatory contractors. Members are encouraged to pursue these certifications to stay current with evolving technology in the Central Arkansas electrical market.
IBEW Local 295 is seated in Little Rock, Arkansas (AR). We hold published wage sheets for 6 locals across Arkansas, compare nearby scales before you take a call.
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The Local 295 pay scale for 2026 is $31.72 per hour for journeymen in Little Rock, AR, or about $63,440 a year at 2,080 hours. The total package, including employer-paid fringe benefits, is $56.57 per hour. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 6/26/26.
IBEW Local 295 wages for 2026: journeyman Electricians rate of $31.72 per hour in Little Rock, AR, with a total package of $56.57 per hour including fringe benefits, effective 6/26/26. Apprentices are paid a graduated percentage of that rate. Confirm any increase since 6/26/26 with the IBEW Local 295 business office.
The IBEW Local 295 wage sheet on this page lists the journeyman scale of $31.72 per hour ($56.57 per hour total package), effective 6/26/26, plus the apprentice percentage steps. The official sheet is published by the IBEW Local 295 business office; figures here come from that published schedule, so confirm any increase dated after 6/26/26 with the hall.
Local 295 apprentices earn a graduated percentage of the $31.72 per hour journeyman rate, typically starting near 40 to 50% ($14.27 to $15.86 per hour) in the first period and stepping up each period to 100% at turnout. The exact percentage schedule is set by the IBEW Local 295 JATC, so confirm the current apprentice sheet with the training center.
Journeyman electrician under the IBEW Local 295 agreement make $31.72 an hour in base wages, or $56.57 an hour counting the fringe package, per the wage sheet effective 6/26/26. Overtime, shift premiums, and travel or subsistence pay are added on top under the local's CBA.
$31.72 per hour base wage and $56.57 per hour total package for a journeyman in Little Rock, AR, effective 6/26/26. Annualized at 2,080 hours that is roughly $63,440 before overtime.
A Local 295 apprentice in Little Rock, AR starts at roughly $14.27 an hour, about 45% of the $31.72 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $23.79 an hour by the fourth year and full scale on turning out. These are the standard percentage steps of scale, not a wage sheet Local 295 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
About $14.27 an hour, or roughly $28,548 a year at 2,080 hours, based on the standard 45% first-period step of the $31.72 journeyman rate effective 6/26/26. Apprentices also earn benefit contributions and paid classroom progression; the JATC sets the exact percentage.
Around $20.62 an hour at the standard 65% third-period step, moving to about $23.79 an hour in the fourth period and $31.72 an hour at full journeyman scale. Confirm the published step schedule with the Local 295 training center.
Local 295 wages: $31.72 an hour on the journeyman scale, $56.57 an hour with fringe benefits added, effective 6/26/26. That is the most recent Little Rock, AR sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
The current published IBEW Local 295 journeyman rate is $31.72 an hour ($56.57 total package), effective 6/26/26, roughly $63,440 a year at 2,080 hours before overtime. Confirm the effective agreement with the local.
Yes, a one-page printable IBEW Local 295 rate sheet is available at /rate-sheets/ibew-local-295-pay-scale.pdf, showing the $31.72 hourly scale, the $56.57 total package and the 6/26/26 effective date, with the source it was read from. It is a free download, no sign-up needed.
The current IBEW Local 295 journeyman rate is $31.72/hour, with a total package of $56.57/hour including fringe benefits, effective 6/26/26. At 2,080 hours that works out to roughly $63,440 per year in base wages before overtime. Rates change with each CBA cycle, confirm with the Local 295 business office before relying on the figure.
The $31.72/hour figure is the base journeyman wage that lands on the paycheck. The $56.57/hour total package adds employer-paid fringes, health and welfare, pension, annuity, apprenticeship training, and industry funds. Contractors bid work off the total package, so that is the number that matters when comparing electricians labor costs across locals.
Apprentices under the IBEW Local 295 agreement are paid a graduated percentage of the journeyman rate, typically starting near 40 to 50% in the first period and stepping up each six-month or annual period until reaching 100% at turnout. Against the current $31.72/hour journeyman rate, a first-period apprentice would be in the $14.27 to $15.86/hour range. The exact percentage schedule is set by the local's JATC.
IBEW Local 295 is headquartered in Little Rock, AR and dispatches electricians manpower throughout its chartered jurisdiction. Work performed inside that territory falls under the local's collective bargaining agreement and wage schedule, even when the contractor is based elsewhere and travels in.
Most locals require applicants to be at least 18, legally able to work in the U.S., hold a high school diploma or GED, pass a basic math/aptitude assessment and a drug screen, and be physically able to perform electricians work. Some Local 295 programs give preference to applicants inside the jurisdiction or to veterans. Eligibility rules are set by the local's Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC), so confirm the current criteria with the hall before applying.
Apprenticeship applications go through the IBEW Local 295 JATC, not through a contractor or a recruiter. Applications typically open in defined intake windows each year: you submit the application with proof of age, education, and residency, sit for an aptitude test, and then interview. Ranked applicants are placed on an eligibility list and indentured as signatory contractors call for apprentices. Gulfstream Strategic Placements does not process apprenticeship applications, contact the Local 295 training center directly.
Electricians apprenticeships generally run four to five years, roughly 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training plus several hundred classroom hours per year. Apprentices earn a paycheck the entire time, stepping up through the wage periods until they turn out as journeymen at 100% of scale.
Signatory contractors hire through the local's hiring hall, so working under the IBEW Local 295 agreement generally means being a member or being organized in through the local's process. Journeymen from other locals can travel in by signing the out-of-work book, subject to the local's referral rules and manpower needs. Non-union electricians are usually placed with open-shop contractors instead, we recruit for both.
Rates move with the collective bargaining agreement, typically on a fixed anniversary date each year of a three- to five-year contract, with negotiated increases split between the base wage and the fringe package. The figures on this page reflect the 6/26/26 schedule; check with the Local 295 business office for any increase that has taken effect since.
Wage rates vary widely by local and market. Use the Union Pay Scale Explorer to sort every UA and SMART local by hourly wage, total package, and annualized pay so you can benchmark Local 295 against neighboring jurisdictions and other electricians markets.
Yes, the openings section on this page lists current electricians roles near Little Rock, AR, and you can apply directly through the apply form on this page. These are direct-hire positions with electrical contractors that Gulfstream recruits for, not union dispatch or hall referrals. For the hall's out-of-work list, contact the Local 295 business office.
The IBEW Local 295 hall is at 7320 S University Ave, Little Rock, AR 72209, serving Little Rock, AR and the surrounding jurisdiction. Hall phone: (501) 562-2244.
IBEW Local 295 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall. Call the hall at (501) 562-2244 to confirm dispatch hours, required documents (union card, certifications, ID) and current list standing before traveling in | Gulfstream does not control hall dispatch.
IBEW Local 295 can be reached at (501) 562-2244. Contact details are imported from the union's public directory listing, confirm hours with the hall.
Apply through the local's joint apprenticeship training committee (JATC). Most programs open applications on a set schedule and require an aptitude test and interview. For IBEW Local 295's current application window and requirements, contact the hall at (501) 562-2244.
Each Electricians local sets its own intake process, and it varies. The common paths: apprenticeship through the JATC; organizing in as an experienced worker, since journeymen and technicians already working in the trade can usually apply directly to the hall for membership; or transferring from another local of the same international with a transfer card from your current hall. For fees and requirements, contact the hall at (501) 562-2244.
We haven't found an official source for IBEW Local 295's dues or membership rules. To confirm, contact the hall at (501) 562-2244.
We haven't found an official source for IBEW Local 295's member benefits. To confirm, contact the hall at (501) 562-2244.
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