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IBEW’s 2nd annual Poker Run is on September 12th!

Look out for more information on route, registration, prizes to come!

IBEW 611 Celebrates New Journeymen Wiremen

On July 11th, the IBEW 611 and NMJATC celebrated the newest members of the union becoming Journeymen Wiremen. This is the culmination of many, many years of hard work, study, and sacrifice. The IBEW is proud of all its members, but especially those members who were able to breakout and earn their EE98-J.

IBEWs 2026 Charity Softball Event

The 2026 IBEW Charity Softball Tournament had another successful year. Proceeds from the event go to benefit the New Mexico community and families in need through programs like Cuidando Los Ninos.

Southwestern Line Constructors Joint Apprenticeship and Training Grounds Open!

After years of design and construction, on Friday, May 15th, the Southwestern Line Constructors Joint Apprenticeship and Training facility has officially opened its doors to full functionality.

Attention Journeymen Wiremen in the Carlsbad and Hobbs area!

If you’re a Journeymen Wireman in the Carlsbad/Hobbs area and need to work, please call the hall.

Retiree Committee Meets in Santa Fe for Good Food and Good Company

A memorable gathering in Santa Fe honoring IBEW 611 retirees with good food, great company, and well-earned recognition.

Founders’ Scholarship

To support our members, the IBEW offers wiremen and linemen continued education scholarships through the Founders’ Scholarship.

IBEW Local 611 supports Cuidando Los Niños

IBEW Local 611 has supported Cuidando Los Niños for many years through various efforts like our annual softball tournaments or timely donations.

Station Closet Project

Help out your fellow trade's workers by donating new or gently worn gear to help support union members and future tradespeople. Your donations help remove financial barriers, allowing workers to get into the field faster.

The Search Continues for Deano

To Deano's Family and Friends,We are reaching out to you with urgent and heartfelt appeal. Right now we are in need of dedicated volunteers willing to step forward. We have limited info with a lot of ground to cover. Deano never hesitated to extend a helping hand and we can't turn out backs on him now! Giving up is not an option! 3 months is too long!

Support Local 611 Retirees—Enter Our Yamaha Raptor Raffle Today!

Buy your tickets at the hall!

In Memory of our brother Santiago Lopez

Our brother Santiago Lopez has passed and was laid to rest today, November 6th, 2025. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

For Sale: 2006 Haulmark 8 x 20 Toy Hauler

FOR SALE2006 Haulmark 8 x 20 Toy Hauler $10,000.00 Or Best Offer Made by 11/11/25

IBEW’s First Annual Veterans’ Poker Run

Thank you to all the riders who came out to show their support!

7th District Progress Meeting in Albuquerque

In May of 2025, IBEW Local 611 hosted the 7th District Progress meeting here in Albuquerque at the Isleta Hotel and Casino.

The IBEW and Electrical Workers Without Borders--North America partner with the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority for Light Up Navajo.

Lane J. Silversmith Memorial - INFR Standalone Event

Silversmith's Arena - June 7th, 2025

2025 IBEW Softball Tournament

Join Us for the IBEW Annual Softball Tournament – Supporting Cuidando Los Niños

URGENT: Join us on April 30th at 2pm to Ensure Workers are Heard on New Mexico’s Proposed Occupational Heat Standard

We’re asking for member and engagement in a critical effort to protect workers from dangerous heat conditions on the job. AFL-CIO is hosting a labor call on April 30th 2PM MT to discuss a quickly evolving occupational heat standard that could protect thousands of workers across our state.

Vincent Tony Otero

Vincent Tony Otero, 52 of Moriarty NM met the eyes of Jesus on Sunday March 30th, 2025. Vincent was born on March 23rd 1973 in Albuquerque NM to Benito and Virginia Otero Chavez.

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