International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 103 (IBEW 103)

What International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 103 (IBEW 103) does

IBEW Local 103 is a labor union local chartered in 1900, headquartered in Dorchester, Massachusetts, and affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. It represents approximately 8,500 skilled electricians, technicians, and apprentices across the Greater Boston metropolitan area and maintains contractual relationships with over 200 signatory electrical contractors under a multi-year Collective Bargaining Agreement. The union's core deliverables are worker representation, collective bargaining, health and welfare benefits administration, and a five-year apprenticeship program delivered through the Boston Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (Boston JATC), which provides classroom instruction and paid on-the-job training at no cost to signatory contractors.

The union's primary revenue streams are quarterly member dues (recurring, subscription-like) and per-hour wage and benefit contributions paid by signatory contractors on behalf of working members (transaction-based, tied to construction activity). The job referral system — the "book," accessible through ejobreferral.net — functions as the labor allocation engine connecting members to contractor project needs. Supplementary service lines include a member self-service portal, a mobile app, a wage and benefit comparison calculator, the "103 Today" newsletter, and the "On The Job" podcast. Member engagement is organized through formal committees and clubs (RENEW for young workers, Women's Committee, Veterans Committee, Electrical Workers Minority Caucus, Safety Committee, and recreational sports teams), and brand presence is reinforced via community programs with Boston's major professional sports franchises and a Habitat for Humanity partnership.

IBEW 103's go-to-market is hybrid: organized apprenticeship recruitment once per year in January brings new talent into the pipeline, while the organizing department engages non-union contractors to convert them to signatory status after CBA review. Community-led brand building — including branded programs with the Red Sox, Celtics, and Bruins — supports long-term awareness and worker conversion. Major projects powered by IBEW 103 members include Gillette Stadium, Fenway Park, TD Garden, One Congress, South Station Tower, Terminal E at Logan Airport, Harvard Enterprise Research Campus, Encore Casino, and Post Office Square, with recent expansion into life sciences (Biogen global headquarters, Kendall Square) and clean transportation (MBTA Quincy Bus Maintenance Facility for electric bus fleet). Leadership is headed by Business Manager / Financial Secretary Lou Antonellis, President Robert Sheehan, and Vice President Phil DeCola.

Name

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 103 (IBEW 103)

Legal name

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 103

Website

https://the103advantage.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1900

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

IBEW Local 103 is a 125-year-old Boston-area labor union representing approximately 8,500 skilled electricians and 200+ signatory contractors, providing collective bargaining, a five-year apprenticeship via Boston JATC, health and welfare benefits, and job referral services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Labor Union Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Temporary Help Services (56132), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent Contractor Compliance & Classification (IC vs Employee) (BPACAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Workforce Development Programs (WIOA/One-Stop Career Centers) (EDAAAOAA)

Keywords

• Labor union services
• Electrical apprenticeship training
• Collective bargaining representation
• Union membership benefits
• Skilled electrical workforce

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Member Dues: Union members pay quarterly dues for membership benefits including health & welfare, retirement contributions, job referral services, and representation.
2. Contractor Signatory Fees: Electrical contractors pay wage and benefit contributions based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement when employing union members. No upfront fee to become signatory.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

IBEW Local 103 is a labor union representing approximately 8,500 electrical workers and 200+ signatory contractors in the Greater Boston area. It provides collective bargaining representation, the five-year Boston JATC apprenticeship program, member benefits administration (health and welfare, retirement), and a contractor directory and job referral system to place union electricians with signatory contractors.

Product overview

IBEW Local 103 is a labor union representing approximately 8,500 electrical workers and 200+ contractor firms in Greater Boston. Founded in 1900, the union operates as a unified service organization offering core membership representation, collective bargaining, and worker advocacy. The primary services include the Boston JATC five-year apprenticeship program, a contractor directory with referral services, and Health & Welfare benefits administration through trust funds. The union also provides supplementary member services including an online wage and benefit calculator, a mobile application, and a member self-service portal for book signing and status tracking. Community engagement is delivered through branded programs such as Bullpen Buddies, Kids Corner, and Community Power Play, while member involvement is facilitated through various committees and clubs (RENEW, Women's Committee, Veterans Committee, sports teams). The organization maintains a project portfolio showcasing major Boston-area construction work and produces media content through the 103 Today newsletter and On The Job podcast. An online store offers branded merchandise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Union Membership Services
• Boston JATC Apprenticeship Program
• Contractor Directory and Referral Services
• Health and Welfare Benefits Administration
• Wage and Benefit Calculator
• Local 103 Store

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Habitat for HumanityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIBEW 103 members volunteer their time and skills to help build affordable homes for families in need across Greater Boston. Projects are completed with union quality craftsmanship, safely and efficiently.
• Boston Red Sox (Bullpen Buddies Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBullpen Buddies program brings local community groups to Fenway Park games. Guests watch batting practice from the field, meet players, and create lasting memories through this community outreach initiative.
• Boston Celtics (Kids Corner Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKids Corner program brings local youth groups to Celtics games, building community pride and sharing the energy of Boston basketball with young fans.
• Boston Bruins (Community Power Play Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Power Play program brings local organizations and community groups to Bruins games, celebrating those who strengthen neighborhoods through shared hockey experiences.
• Boston JATC (Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoston JATC provides best-in-class apprenticeship and continuing education at no cost to contractors. Handles apprenticeship applications, training curriculum, and skill development for future union electricians.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/ibew103
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/i-b-e-w--local-103

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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