Illinois IBEW Local No. 134 Employer's Wage (6 to 10 Employees) Bond
Overview
Workers represented by IBEW Local No. 134 in Illinois have a union agreement behind them — and this bond backs it up. Employers with 6 to 10 employees who fall under the Local 134 collective bargaining agreement must carry this bond to guarantee wage and benefit payments. It protects electricians and their families from unpaid wages, missed welfare contributions, and other compensation the union contract requires. Bond Titan makes it fast to get bonded and stay compliant.
Who Needs This Bond?
Electrical contractors and employers operating under the IBEW Local No. 134 collective bargaining agreement in Illinois need this bond when they have between 6 and 10 covered employees. If you've been told by Local 134 or your labor relations office that you need an employer's wage bond at this employee tier, this is your bond. It is not a state license requirement — it is a union-mandated financial guarantee tied directly to your workforce size and your labor agreement obligations.
What is this Bond For?
IBEW Local No. 134 requires this bond to guarantee that covered employers will pay wages, benefits, and welfare contributions as specified in the collective bargaining agreement. If an employer fails to pay what is owed to workers or to the union's benefit funds, the bond provides a financial remedy. It is a protection for the employees covered under Local 134, not for the employer. Carrying this bond signals that your business will honor its labor obligations.
When is it Required?
Signing or renewing a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local No. 134 at the 6-to-10 employee level is typically what triggers the requirement for this specific bond. The union will not allow an employer to proceed with work on covered projects without proof of bonding. If your workforce grows beyond 10 employees, you will likely need to move to a higher-tier bond. Keep your bond current — lapses can jeopardize your standing with Local 134.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies to employers working under IBEW Local No. 134's jurisdiction in Illinois. Local 134 is the Chicago-area chapter of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, and its labor agreements govern electrical work throughout its territory. The bond obligation runs to Local 134 and its affiliated benefit funds, not to a state licensing agency.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab and complete your application. You'll enter your business details, employee count, and union agreement information to generate your bond. Once approved, your bond documents are delivered digitally so you can submit them to Local 134 immediately.
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