Member Benefits

Government Action

     • Grassroots Network - Ensure the voice of the Electrical Contractor is heard for issues that impact the Electrical Industry
     • Help us pass legislation that strengthens the industry and stops regulation that is harmful to your business
     • Ensure that the voice of the electrical contractors is heard on the legislative or regulatory issues that impact the electrical industry 
     • Our staff and lobbyists work hard to represent the majority viewpoint of our members from our annual legislative survey results
     • Members receive regular updates during the legislative session 
     • Learn more about the Electrical Association's Government Actions efforts here! 

Education

     • The Electrical Association is an approved provider for continuing education credits in multiple states - MN, WI, IA, ND, SD, NE, MT, WY and CO
     • We report continuing ed credits quickly and directly to your state!
     • Excellent trainers with years of experience as contractors and instructors
     • Members enjoy 8 HOURS FREE continuing education training every year from the Electrical Association's scheduled classes (A $155 value!) 
     • For those current on their hours, the 8-hour credit is easily applied to another person in your company. (Applicable to contractor shops only; not individual, associate memberships.)  

     • Code Training   
     • Electrical Exam Prep Training 
     • Apprentice Training
     • NFPA 70E Safety Training
     • Private Group Training (Can be customized to your business needs) 

Involvement 

     • The work of the Association is a job for the entire membership
     • When you join a committee, you are playing an important part in the Association.
     • Our contributions as a committee member can have considerable bearing on the success of the Association
     • Committees derive their power and authority through the Board of Directors of the Association as determined by the by-laws
     •  All The Electrical Association committees are advisory to the Board
     • Programs and financial considerations have to be approved by the Board
     • Learn more about the current committees and how to join here

Products

     • 2020 Code Books 
     • EZ Tabs
     • Industry Books
     • Business Forms
     • Tools
     • Safety Products
     • Can't find what you're looking for? Contact Alex Hyatt at 612-827-6117 or ahyatt@electricalassociation.com 

Services

By joining the Electrical Association, you will receive many offers and discounts from the Association's Product/Service Members. View the list of discounts below:
     • Federated Insurance 
     • Speedway
     • Holiday StationStores
     • Seaton, Peters, Revnew PA
     • View a full list of benefits. 

Conferences

The Electrical Association hosts three conferences a year that provide you with many networking opportunities 
     • Attend a committee or board meeting 
     • Network with your industry peers
     • Listen to motivational business speakers 
     • Have fun in the hospitality suite
     • To learn more - take a look at our upcoming and previous conferences hosted by the Electrical Association 

Publications

The Electrical Association provides numerous publications to keep our members informed and up to date on the latest news in your industry 

The Electrical Association News

     • The only statewide publication that provides the latest information, legislation, safety and business-related issues for the electrical industry
     • It is distributed 6 times during the year to electrical contractors, technology systems contractors, and industry leaders across the state
     •  Members also receive the The Electrical Association Alert intended for breaking news, important legislative updates and other important developments affecting electrical professionals in Minnesota
     • The Alert is distributed 6 times during the year (in between months when the The Electrical Association News is distributed)

The Electrical Association Wage and Benefit Report

     • We survey union and non-union contractors across the state, compiling wage and benefit information by county for licensed electricians and unlicensed apprentices
     • It is published every 2 years
     • All survey respondents receive a free copy
     • It is only available for purchase by Electrical Association members

AWAIR Safety Manual 

     • Receive a complete set of safety program templates set up for an electrical contractor
     • The documents are fully editable to customize for your company
     • FREE for members

Electrical Toolbox Talks

     • A collection of safety talks to use in your safety meetings or salary stuffers for your employees
     • FREE for members