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Frequently Asked Questions |
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What is the phone number for next days dispatch? |
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| A: | (323) 517-9618 | |
| Q: | What does the future work picture look like? | |
| A: | Local 11 contractors have many large jobs ongoing now and many jobs that are in bidding and planning stages, increasing job opportunities. | |
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How do I let the Union know I've moved? |
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| A: | Fill out the change of address area on your dues return envelope. | |
| You should also contact your Unit office, Health and Pension, and credit union office. | ||
| Q: | How do I get a R.S.O. card? | |
| A: | Contact ASAP Drug Solutions for details. Call: (562) 624-2720 | |
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What is the rate for Swing / Graveyard shifts? |
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| A: | Swing = Straight time +17.3%, for 8 hours pay & benefits; | |
| Graveyard = Straight time +31.4%, for 8 hours pay & benefits. | ||
| Q: | How do I become a Union member or Union employer? | |
| A: | On this site is a section for Organizing that will have contact information to get you started in the process. | |
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When does dispatching start? |
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For those classifications not telephone dispatched, members already registered (ON THE BOOK) must sign the 'DAYBOOK' before 8:00AM to be eligible for dispatch that day. Local 11 dispatching starts at 8:30AM |
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What are the hours to sign the Book(s)? |
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Members 7:30-7:45AM & after dispatch till 4:30PM (but not between 12 to 1PM) |
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| Travelers 1:30-3:30PM in the Metro Office. | ||
| Q: | What is a short job? | |
| A: | A short job is any job posted as 120 hours or less. | |
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Why can't I find my name on the Book(s)? |
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| A: | The Book(s) are in chronological order, sign-in dates & times are printed in order on the Book(s) & on your "Out of Work" registration form. If you still can't find your name, be sure to ask the dispatcher before Dispatching starts. | |
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When is the next Roll Call? |
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| A: | Roll Call will be in the week of the General Meetings, which is the 3rd Thursday of each month, Monday through Friday of that week in any District office between 7:30 am & 4:30 pm, but not during lunch or dispatch. ALL CLASSIFICATIONS ON ALL BOOKS, EXCEPT APPRENTICES MUST ROLL CALL !!! | |
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Why were there more calls posted than on the job line? |
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| A: | The job line is provided as an indication of upcoming work. Local 11 will never engage in a policy that would cost: a member a day's pay, the employer a day's work force, the customer a day's business. | |
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Where should I go to get a Travel Letter? |
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| A: | To any Unit office. | |
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When is the next C.O.M.E.T. class? |
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| A: | The schedule varies from Unit to Unit. Call: 626-243-9700 | |
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What classes does the I.B.E.W. Local 11 & the ETI offer? |
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| A: | IBEW Local 11 is Partners with the Electrical Training Institute (Electrical Training link to the left) | |
| Q: | I have questions about my International Pension and/or Death Benefits, withdrawal procedures, who do I call? | |
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Please contact our Pasadena office. Call 626-243-9735 |
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| Q: | I have questions about my Local pension and/or Health Plan(s), who do I call? | |
| A: | Contact the Health & Pension Trust. Call: 323-221-5861 | |
| Q: | What other Locals have work & is a Travel Letter required? | |
| A: | You should buy a Local Directory (Tramp Guide) and call. | |
| Q: | I need to change my beneficiary(s). Who do I call? | |
| A: | Contact the Unit you belong to. | |
| Q: | Can I Salt? | |
| A: | Most members & non-members can salt. Call: TOLL FREE (888) 423-9937 | |
| Q: | What's happening with the studio work? | |
| A: | Local 40 has this jurisdiction please contact: 818-762-4239 | |
| Q: | How much are my dues? | |
| A: | For most classifications 3½% of gross pay. | |
| Q: | If I should need help with my dues, because of illness or not being able for work, where can I get help? | |
| A: | Contact your Unit's Welfare Committee. |
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