Journeyman electrician under IBEW Local 405 in Cedar Rapids N, IA earn $44.73/hr in base wages, or $65.26/hr as a total package with fringe benefits, effective Jan 2026.
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The Local 405 pay scale for 2026 is $44.73 per hour for journeymen in Cedar Rapids N, IA, or about $89,460 a year at 2,080 hours. The total package, including employer-paid fringe benefits, is $65.26 per hour. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 1/4/26.
| Local 405 journeyman hourly wage | $44.73 / hour |
|---|---|
| Total package (wage + fringe benefits) | $65.26 / hour |
| Annualized at 2,080 hours (base wage) | $89,460 / year |
| First-period apprentice (≈45 to 50% of scale) | $20.13 to $22.37 / hour |
| Wage sheet effective | 1/4/26 |
| Classification | Journeyman Inside Wireman |
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A Local 405 apprentice in Cedar Rapids N, IA starts at roughly $20.13 an hour, about 45% of the $44.73 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $33.55 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 405 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
| 1st period (year 1) | 45% of scale | $20.13 / hour | $40,257 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd period (year 2) | 55% of scale | $24.60 / hour | $49,203 |
| 3rd period (year 3) | 65% of scale | $29.07 / hour | $58,149 |
| 4th period (year 4) | 75% of scale | $33.55 / hour | $67,095 |
| 5th period (year 5) | 85% of scale | $38.02 / hour | $76,041 |
| Journeyman (turned out) | 100% of scale | $44.73 / hour | $89,460 |
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Local 405 wages: $44.73 an hour on the journeyman scale, $65.26 an hour with fringe benefits added, effective 1/4/26. That is the most recent Cedar Rapids N, IA sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
IBEW Local 405 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 Cedar Rapids N, IA area, and local scale in the Cedar Rapids N 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 Cedar Rapids N. We are a private recruiting firm, we do not dispatch, set, or negotiate Local 405 rates. For current Cedar Rapids N scale, dispatch standing, or apprenticeship intake, contact the hall directly.
IBEW Local 405 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall, call (319) 396-8241 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.
IBEW Local 405 represents skilled electrical workers across the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City corridors, anchoring a critical labor market in East Central Iowa. The membership includes inside wiremen, residential wiremen, and telecommunications workers who support the diverse infrastructure of Linn and Johnson counties. This local is vital for providing a standardized workforce that meets the rigorous safety and technical requirements of the region's expanding industrial and institutional sectors.
The Cedar Rapids market serves as a hub for food processing, bio-manufacturing, and educational facilities, all of which require sophisticated electrical systems and ongoing maintenance. Local 405 ensures that signatory contractors have access to a pool of pre-screened, highly trained journeymen and apprentices. By maintaining strict licensing requirements and providing continuous education through the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, the local protects the integrity of the trade while ensuring that large-scale commercial projects are staffed with competent labor. For contractors, the local offers a scalable manpower solution that mitigates the risks associated with labor shortages in specialized electrical fields.
The wage structure for IBEW Local 405 is built on a clear progression from apprentice to journeyman wireman. As of January 2026, the journeyman hourly rate is established at $44.73, contributing to a total package of $65.26 when including employer-paid benefits. Apprentices earn a percentage of this journeyman rate, typically starting around 40% to 50% and increasing in steps as they complete classroom hours and on-the-job training milestones. These scheduled increases provide a predictable path for career growth and allow signatory contractors to accurately forecast labor costs over the life of a multi-year project. The $20.53 difference between the check and the package covers critical health, welfare, and retirement contributions that are not deducted from the base hourly wage.
The signatory contractor landscape in the Cedar Rapids area consists of a mix of large-scale mechanical-electrical firms and specialized service contractors. These entities range from major primes capable of handling multi-million dollar industrial builds to smaller shops focused on commercial tenant improvements and residential service. Hiring is typically managed through the local's referral system, allowing contractors to request specific classifications of workers based on project needs. This ecosystem supports a stable bidding environment, as all signatory contractors adhere to the same wage and benefit standards, ensuring that competition is based on productivity and project management rather than the depression of labor wages.
The hourly wage of $44.73 is the gross amount paid on the member's weekly paycheck. The total package of $65.26 includes an additional $20.53 in employer-paid fringes, such as health insurance and pension contributions. These benefits are paid by the contractor in addition to the wage, not deducted from it, providing superior total compensation compared to non-signatory roles.
Wage increases are determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiated between IBEW Local 405 and the local NECA chapter. These increases are typically scheduled annually or semi-annually. The current rate effective January 2026 represents the most recent negotiated adjustment, and future increases will be subject to the terms of the next contract renewal.
Yes, transfers are possible through the 'traveler' system under IBEW International rules. Members from other locals must report to the Local 405 hall with a valid dues receipt and travel letter. Permanent transfers (becoming a 'Book 1' hand) generally require a period of working in the jurisdiction and approval by the local's executive board.
The Cedar Rapids Electrical JATC offers ongoing journeyman upgrade classes. These include certifications for EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure), solar PV installations, instrumentation, and OSHA safety standards. This ensures that Local 405 members remain the most qualified workforce for the evolving technical demands of the Iowa energy and construction markets.
IBEW Local 405 is seated in Cedar Rapids N, Iowa (IA). We hold published wage sheets for 11 locals across Iowa, compare nearby scales before you take a call.
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The Local 405 pay scale for 2026 is $44.73 per hour for journeymen in Cedar Rapids N, IA, or about $89,460 a year at 2,080 hours. The total package, including employer-paid fringe benefits, is $65.26 per hour. That is the rate in force for 2026, effective 1/4/26.
IBEW Local 405 wages for 2026: journeyman Electricians rate of $44.73 per hour in Cedar Rapids N, IA, with a total package of $65.26 per hour including fringe benefits, effective 1/4/26. Apprentices are paid a graduated percentage of that rate. Confirm any increase since 1/4/26 with the IBEW Local 405 business office.
The IBEW Local 405 wage sheet on this page lists the journeyman scale of $44.73 per hour ($65.26 per hour total package), effective 1/4/26, plus the apprentice percentage steps. The official sheet is published by the IBEW Local 405 business office; figures here come from that published schedule, so confirm any increase dated after 1/4/26 with the hall.
Local 405 apprentices earn a graduated percentage of the $44.73 per hour journeyman rate, typically starting near 40 to 50% ($20.13 to $22.37 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 405 JATC, so confirm the current apprentice sheet with the training center.
Journeyman electrician under the IBEW Local 405 agreement make $44.73 an hour in base wages, or $65.26 an hour counting the fringe package, per the wage sheet effective 1/4/26. Overtime, shift premiums, and travel or subsistence pay are added on top under the local's CBA.
$44.73 per hour base wage and $65.26 per hour total package for a journeyman in Cedar Rapids N, IA, effective 1/4/26. Annualized at 2,080 hours that is roughly $89,460 before overtime.
A Local 405 apprentice in Cedar Rapids N, IA starts at roughly $20.13 an hour, about 45% of the $44.73 journeyman scale, and steps up each period, reaching around $33.55 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 405 has published; confirm the exact schedule with the JATC.
About $20.13 an hour, or roughly $40,257 a year at 2,080 hours, based on the standard 45% first-period step of the $44.73 journeyman rate effective 1/4/26. Apprentices also earn benefit contributions and paid classroom progression; the JATC sets the exact percentage.
Around $29.07 an hour at the standard 65% third-period step, moving to about $33.55 an hour in the fourth period and $44.73 an hour at full journeyman scale. Confirm the published step schedule with the Local 405 training center.
Local 405 wages: $44.73 an hour on the journeyman scale, $65.26 an hour with fringe benefits added, effective 1/4/26. That is the most recent Cedar Rapids N, IA sheet we can source; rates move with each contract cycle, so confirm with the hall before quoting.
The current published IBEW Local 405 journeyman rate is $44.73 an hour ($65.26 total package), effective 1/4/26, roughly $89,460 a year at 2,080 hours before overtime. Confirm the effective agreement with the local.
Yes, a one-page printable IBEW Local 405 rate sheet is available at /rate-sheets/ibew-local-405-pay-scale.pdf, showing the $44.73 hourly scale, the $65.26 total package and the 1/4/26 effective date, with the source it was read from. It is a free download, no sign-up needed.
The current IBEW Local 405 journeyman rate is $44.73/hour, with a total package of $65.26/hour including fringe benefits, effective 1/4/26. At 2,080 hours that works out to roughly $89,460 per year in base wages before overtime. Rates change with each CBA cycle, confirm with the Local 405 business office before relying on the figure.
The $44.73/hour figure is the base journeyman wage that lands on the paycheck. The $65.26/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 405 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 $44.73/hour journeyman rate, a first-period apprentice would be in the $20.13 to $22.37/hour range. The exact percentage schedule is set by the local's JATC.
IBEW Local 405 is headquartered in Cedar Rapids N, IA 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 405 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 405 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 405 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 405 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 1/4/26 schedule; check with the Local 405 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 405 against neighboring jurisdictions and other electricians markets.
Yes, the openings section on this page lists current electricians roles near Cedar Rapids N, IA, 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 405 business office.
The IBEW Local 405 hall is at 1211 Wiley Blvd Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, serving Cedar Rapids N, IA and the surrounding jurisdiction. Hall phone: (319) 396-8241. The hall office is open Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM (per the local's official site).
The IBEW Local 405 hall office is open Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, as published on the local's official website. Dispatch and out-of-work list procedures can differ from office hours, call (319) 396-8241 to confirm before traveling in.
IBEW Local 405 runs its own referral procedure and books are signed at the hall. Call the hall at (319) 396-8241 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 405 can be reached at (319) 396-8241. The hall office is open Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, per the local's official site.
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 405's current application window and requirements, contact the hall at (319) 396-8241.
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 (319) 396-8241.
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