Benefits

Ten Great Reasons to Become a Member of the Hudson Valley Chapter

#1 You are a member of the Best in Class in the electrical industry!
As a member of the Hudson Valley Chapter, you immediately become a member of the National Electrical Contractors Association, a globally recognized and respected organization. You will receive all the member benefits from this highly regarded organization. You can take advantage of information, education and networking opportunities as well as learn more about best practices and new business trends from colleagues across the world.

#2 You are represented in all of your union negotiations.
The Hudson Valley Chapter serves as the collective bargaining representative between our members and Local Union #363, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. In that capacity, we are responsible for negotiating and administering labor agreements with Local #363. Our highly respected and skilled negotiating team understands your business, serves your needs and represents your interests in negotiations.

#3 You participate in labor-management discussions.
Many of our members serve on select committees that advance our industry. These include: Trustees involved in the funds of Health and Welfare, J.A.T.C., S.U.B., Pension and Annuity.

#4 Partnership with the Nation Fire Protection Assoc. (NFPA).
NFPA home page linkThe Hudson Valley Chapter is partnered with NFPA. Our membership includes NFPA and NEC plus weekly updates, and exclusive online rights to NECplus a web-based subscription. The NECplus provides 24/7 online access to current and previous editions of the National Electrical Code® (NEC) and much more!

#5 Partners with the New York State Electrical Contractors (NYSEC).
Hudson Valley Chapter maintains relationships with industry leaders in both the public and private sectors. The organization meets with government agencies and authorities to advance the necessary actions to promote best procurement, payment and process practices for our member companies who serve the public sector.

#6 Your business success is our priority.
We support new business development by promoting the Hudson Valley Chapter name. Our promotional programs fueled through our monthly meetings, website, electronic publications serve to publicize the quality, integrity and professional expertise of our member companies.

#7 Learn, grow, succeed.
Hudson Valley Chapter educational programs offer you tiered learning experiences for both your project management and yourself. Approved training courses are may be partially or fully paid by the Chapter.

#8 Find a Contractor.
As a member of Hudson Valley Chapter, you are listed on both our local and national website directory. This provides exposure where clients and prospects can research the electrical contractor that meets their needs.

#9 Stay Informed.
Hudson Valley provides presentations to our members and associates to keep up to date on equipment, trends, green technology etc. in our industry.

#10 We Make our Point.
Through special industry campaigns and promotional actions, Hudson Valley Chapter continues to be a strong, decisive force in its industry. Through the year we support advocacy and special promotional campaigns that helps us make our point that Union Electrical Contractors are the Right Choice.