Wilkes-Barre Electrical JATC

08/25/2026

As the data center boom continues in northeastern Pennsylvania, Jason Comitz of IBEW Local 163 reflects on his journey as a fourth-year electrical apprentice.

He emphasizes the evolving nature of the trade, working on diverse projects while encouraging aspiring tradespeople to embrace challenges and seek guidance from experienced mentors to succeed in their careers.

08/25/2026

A great interview on what a career in our industry holds

IBEW journeyman Mark Gatusky found better returns as an electrician than in a decade-long health insurance career.

08/04/2026

An incredible start to a new tradition, our first 4th year graduation was a night to remember! Introducing new Journey Workers to the I.B.E.W. Local 163 is the highlight of a school year. Congrats to the Class of 2026.

07/21/2026

Our first Fourth Year Apprentices are now officially Union Electricians. Congratulations to our second graduating class of 2026!

A special congratulations to Jason Comitz, recipient of this year's Outstanding Apprentice Award, who will be joining our instructors next week at NTI in Michigan.

07/15/2026

ATTN 163 JOURNEYWORKERS

We’re looking for strong union leaders. Steward Training equips members to protect our contract, support their brothers and sisters, strengthen communication, and help keep IBEW Local 163 strong for the future.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us this August.

07/04/2026

From candlelight to a key and a kite. Happy 250th America!

06/24/2026

A little Summer improvement project facilitated by the First Year 1C group. We’re making room in the old Pope John Paul gym to improve classroom workspace. Check out the original floor 👀🏀

06/23/2026

133 years of Labor.
Local 52 sparked it June 23, 1893. Local 163 carried it forward in 1901. The JATC is building what comes next.📜ibew163.org/our-history

Join the tradition in 2026⚡WBJATC.org

06/23/2026

Congratulations to on the opening of their new manufacturing facility in Wisconsin, and continued investment in American-made craftsmanship.

Thorogood boots have been trusted by skilled tradespeople across the country for generations.

We at .B.E.W. Local 163 want to make sure you know IBEW members, apprentices, and retirees may be eligible for exclusive savings on Thorogood work boots.

Click the link for discount info: https://thorogoodworkwear.com/pages/ibew