Plug Into Our Cooperative.
Recharge Your Career.
Power Up Our Industry.
The Electrical Alliance is a shared effort between the IBEW Local 26 and electrical contractors of the Washington, DC Chapter of NECA. Together, we connect the best electricians with the best opportunities so they can learn and earn more than they ever thought possible.
EMPOWERING FUTURES
Wired for Growth
We’re here to give workers a more rewarding career while giving contractors the highly-trained workforce and support they need to grow. Because when we invest in our people, we improve industry standards for all.
As a result, we can create a more secure future for businesses, individuals, families—and the generations that follow.
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Apprentice Stories
Build a Career. Build a Life.
“I felt a brotherhood and comrade in the union that is very reminiscent of my military service.”
Chris Eastman
Electrician, IBEW Local 26
Explore The Monumental Projects Our Contractors Have Worked On
Electrical Alliance contractors get access to the area’s top projects because they’re known for being the best. Members also have more visibility because we connect them with well-paying clients and fellow contractors.
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125 Years Strong: Celebrating NECA’s Milestone in Las Vegas
Some of the strongest partnerships in our industry start with a handshake. That’s why we were proud to be in Las Vegas this October for a milestone worth celebrating. This year, the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) turned 125. NECA marked the occasion at its 2026 Convention and Trade Show, held October 4 to 7…
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Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
The Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has been experiencing an increase in arcing on its aging system which was established in 1976. The arcing has disrupted the system’s functionality and increased its safety risks to passengers and employees. As a result, it is taking a more methodical look at the safety and security of…
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MGM National Harbor
When the professionals at US Communications & Electric, Inc. walk into the MGM National Harbor, they see more than the flashing lights and excited crowds ready to try their luck and skills. They see people walking through a large data center, above miles of low-voltage wiring, while knowing the hours of skilled, careful work that…
Community is Key. Equity is Everything.
From getting young women interested in the trades to supporting minority-owned contracting businesses, we’re dedicated to making a real difference in our communities.
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Celebrating Our Newest Electrical Career Readiness Graduates
There’s room for everyone in the electrical trade. The Electrical Career Readiness Program helps young people from every background take their first step into it. On August 28, the Washington, DC Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) proudly celebrated the seventh cohort to complete the program. Fourteen graduates earned their Certificates of Completion…
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Stay Connected This Summer with the Electrical Alliance
Our members have shown up all year, from graduation night to the State Capitol, and that spirit carries right into summer. When we show up for each other, on the job and off, our industry gets stronger. Here’s a look at where we’ve been and where we’re headed next. We’d love for you to stay…
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Breaking the Cycle: How Cornerstone Craftsman Builds a Skilled Workforce
Cornerstone Craftsman gives youth the instruction, tools, and mentorship they need to enter the workforce and build a strong career in the trades. It started with an epiphany. Founder Roberto Gomez realized his own difficult upbringing had shaped him into exactly the person who could help kids facing the same struggles. He began working with…
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Discover all the benefits of joining a collective that has your back. Fulfilling projects, highly-trained workers, top-notch compensation—and a platform for your voice.
