Yee haw! Calling all IBEW 1186 Paniolos!
Aloha brothers and sisters, calling all paniolos! Or shall we say “Yee-haw!” In coordination with the Hawaii Building & Construction Trades Council, we are sponsoring Dita Holifield’s All-American Rodeo, happening September 29th-30th and October 1-2. See above entry form to enter!
Big Island Members Summer Picnic 2022
Kona – It was a day of fun, food and bowling at KB Xtreme in Kailua-Kona last week Sunday, and all who attended took something home in terms of a raffle or giveaway! It was so awesome to see faces we had not seen at an IBEW picnic since 2019. Until next time! Check out […]
Kauai Members Summer Picnic 2022
Lihue-Much mahalo to all of our Kauai members that came out for today’s Kauai Summer Picnic at Niumalu Canoe Club/Kalapaki Beach! Was so good to see you again! From Cornhole to water balloons to a waterslide and more, fun was had by all! Click here for a video of the day’s festivities.
School supplies drive coming up!
Honolulu-Aloha brothers and sisters! We could really use your help with an upcoming school supplies drive to benefit deserving children from two local elementary schools. You can drop off donations now, anytime until July 30th. See flyer below for more details:
2nd Annual “IBEW LOCAL 1186 SAVING LIVES” Blood Drive coming up on August 13, 2022
Honolulu-Aloha brothers and sisters, and for those who share this with all of our family, extended family and friends: We have our second annual IBEW LOCAL 1186 “Saving Lives” Blood Drive coming up, on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at St. Louis School! If you have never donated before, and are thinking about it, please make […]
Spectrum hiring for Call Center Sales
Aloha brothers and sisters, We just wanted to pass along a great opportunity for yourself or for friends and family who are looking for a career opportunity or change. Spectrum, one of our largest signatory contractors, is currently hiring for Call Center Sales. To apply and for more info, click directly on this link.
2nd Annual “Every Drop Counts” Blood Drive on Sat., June 4, 2022
Honolulu – The Hawaii Building and Construction Trades Council (HBCTC), partnering with the Blood Bank of Hawaii (BBH) is hosting their second annual “Every Drop Counts” Blood Drive on Saturday, June 4th, 2022 from 8 AM-4 PM at Damien Memorial High School. Walk-ins are not allowed, so please be sure to schedule your appointment today, […]
Third round of free COVID tests available now
Aloha brothers and sisters, Make sure to order your free COVID-19 tests today. Even if you took advantage of the first two rounds, you can now sign up below for another round of free covid tests to be sent to you. To have free covid tests sent to your mailing address, click here
Electrical safety tips – prevent a fire in your home or business
Honolulu-As recently reported on KHON2, Honolulu Fire Department officials have responded to at least a dozen electrical-related fires in 2022 alone. IBEW Local 1186 Business Manager/Financial Secretary Damien Kim says that this is a preventable issue, and issues the following tips: Never overload your power strip. Keep it away from flammable materials. If more outlets […]
Congrats to 2022 AFL-CIO Scholarship recipients!
Congrats to the winners of this year’s AFL-CIO scholarship. Each winner received $1,000 to be used towards tuition, school books, room, and board, or any other school expenses. The scholarship was open to any graduating senior and having a family member in a union is not a requirement. Best of luck in your future educational […]
Lead by example
From Blue Planet Foundation: “State buildings are one of the largest electricity users in our islands. It’s time for new policy to direct the state to put energy efficiency to work reducing emissions, saving money, and creating jobs. This is especially important now as energy prices are rising across the world. This measure will also […]
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2022
Aloha brothers and sisters, This is for the Senior class of 2022 and this post will be updated with any scholarship opportunities as they become available. Good luck!
Staff at IBEW LOCAL 1186 staff, HETF, Hawaii Electricians Ad Office & Compliance make Christmas brighter
Honolulu – Staff of IBEW Local 1186, the Hawaii Electricians Training Fund, Hawaii Electricians Administrative Office, and HEMEP’s Compliance Office helped to make Christmas brighter for a few families that would have to remain in the hospital over the holidays. Each year, employees choose a charitable cause and this year, chose “Santa’s Workshop” as part […]
2022 Hawaii State AFL-CIO Scholarships information
Aloha members, Please see the attached for more information regarding the AFL-CIO scholarships which will be awarded to three high school seniors. Please direct all questions to AFL-CIO’s Brande Kahalewai via email or phone at 808-597-1441. Mark down the deadline in your calendar, and good luck!
Homebuyer Webinar on Nov. 16th or Nov. 17th, 2021
Aloha members, Have you registered for our “What’s the haps” November Homebuyer Webinar? If not make sure to contact Mike (see phone # on graphic) to do so! Get your questions answered and find out some very valuable information. Hope to “see” you there! Also, if these times/dates don’t work for you, please be sure […]
Drive thru to beat the flu at COVID-19
Aloha members, The AFL-CIO and “My Health Solutions” is sponsoring a flu and COVID-19 vaccination drive-thru service on Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 8 AM-12 PM. It will be a on a first-come, first-serve basis and you must wear a mask and bring the following items with you (see below for forms): -Completed flu and/or […]
“Every Drop Counts” Blood Drive initiative nets almost 400 pints collected so far
Honolulu-IBEW Local 1186 has been one of the 16 labor unions helping to save lives this summer, as a major participant in the Hawaii Building & Construction Trades Council’s (HBCTC) “Every Drop Counts-Giving for a better tomorrow,” a collaborative blood drive effort in partnership the Blood Bank of Hawaii (BBH). LG Josh Green came out […]
FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER WEBINAR
Aloha members, Please join us for a free first-time homebuyer webinar happening August 17th at 6-7 PM, brought to you by the Hawaii Building and Construction Trades Council (HBCTC). To register, contact Gino from HBCTC at gino@hbctc.org.
Congrats to the winners of our first statewide fishing event!
Mahalo to all who entered our first annual statewide shoreline fishing event! Congrats goes to the following winners: BIG ISLAND: 1st: Robert “Lopaka” Wilson (30.8 lb ulua) 2nd: Jeffrey Sibayton (2.2 lb mu) BIG ISLAND ‘OHANA: 1st: Kobi Wilson, 8 (9.2 oz papio) 2nd: Yumi Fukunaga, 10 (3.7 oz moana) 3rd: Emi Fukunaga, 4 (3.5 […]
SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE HAPPENING NOW thru July 31st!
Aloha members, Your kokua is needed! Yes, it’s that time of year again – with school starting up again soon, there are many keiki on our island and around Hawaii that do not have much needed school school supplies for the upcoming new school year, and HERA and the IBEW Local 1186 Membership Development Team […]
IBEW Local 1186 leads the charge in blood donations
Honolulu – IBEW Local 1186 members came out strong at last month’s first “Every Drop Counts” blood drive brought to you by the Hawaii Building & Construction Trades Council, but our work is not done yet. Many appointments are still open for our next blood drive, on Saturday July 17th from 8 AM-4PM at the […]
Registration now OPEN for IBEW 1186 Shoreline Pole Fishing Event!
Aloha members, Registration is now open for our first annual IBEW Local 1186 Shoreline Pole Fishing Event. For more information including rules, eligibility and how to register, click here by July 2nd. Good luck!
SAVE LIVES, LET’S MAKE LOCAL 1186 THE TOP UNION IN BLOOD DONATIONS!
Aloha members, As you know, IBEW Local 1186 is part of a group of unions that together, are the Hawaii Building & Construction Trades Council (HBCTC) and we are participating in our first ever joint blood drive. We are excited to partner with the Blood Bank of Hawaii AND this summer’s special secondary partners, Special […]
Have you or a family member ever needed blood?
Aloha members, Have you or a family member ever been a recipient of a blood transfusion? If so, we would love to hear your story. Please contact us if you have ever needed blood, or anyone from your family. Mahalo!
Broadband benefits for qualified people
Aloha members, Please click on this link to see if you qualify for a limited time broadband benefit. According to the website, The Emergency Broadband Benefit will provide a discount of up to $50 per month towards broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible […]
Vaccination availability update for APRIL 19, 2021
Special Pfizer Vaccination limited availability at Safeway Beretaina 4/19-4/22: To those members who had appointments for their Johnson & Johnson vaccines scheduled on April 17th that have since been paused via the CDC/FDA, the Lt. Governor’s Office is assisting us with getting our members and their families vaccinated. The only pharmacy that will be doing […]
Vaccination clinic CANCELED for Sat., April 17th
Aloha members, Please see below for a message from Business Manager/Financial Secretary Damien Kim, regarding the cancellation of this Saturday’s vaccination clinic in partnership with the Hawaii Building and Construction Trades Council (HBCTC). “Unfortunately we have to cancel giving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine shots on April 17th, per CDC guidelines. Please contact your local […]
COVID-19 Vaccines at LCC
If you have not yet been able to schedule a vaccination appointment at Safeway or at our pod last month, the City & County of Honolulu opened up a pod at Leeward Community College (LCC) and has appointment openings today and next week for essential workers including construction. Please visit this link to register/schedule your […]
MEMORIAL FUND set up for Malakai “Mo” Maumalanga
Honolulu, HI- Aloha members, As some of you may have heard, this past weekend, Oahu youth lost a very significant and meaningful leader and professional after the brutal killing of 45-year old husband and father, Malakai “Mo” Maumalanga outside of his Aiea home. “Mo,” as he was lovingly called by all who knew him, worked […]
Hawai’i Utility Bill Assistance Program
Aloha members, There is a one-time assistance credit of up to $750 for Hawai’i residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic to get back on their feet. This program will be sponsored by Hawaiian Electric. The program will be administered through Aloha United Way (AUW) on Oahu, partnering with Hawaii’s local UW chapters. Applications will begin […]
