A huge thank-you to Rachel Hienz from the IBEW Local 5 for joining our students as part of our Speaker Series!
Rachel shared valuable insight into the electrical trade, explaining how becoming an electrician offers a high-demand, stable career doing essential work that can’t be outsourced. Students also learned how electricians help power the homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses that serve our communities.
She emphasized the benefits of the IBEW program, including earning while you learn through paid apprenticeships, avoiding college debt, and working toward strong earning potential. Rachel also highlighted the value of hands-on learning, teamwork, and building real-world skills students can use every day.
Most importantly, students learned about the clear career pathway the IBEW offers—from apprenticeship to journeyman, master electrician, and beyond.
Thank you, Rachel, for helping our students explore a career path that offers purpose, growth, and financial independence!
