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Scale ($/hr)

Journeyman inside wireman scale. Filled in from the work board when you pick a local; type over it if the call pays over scale or you know the new rate.

Per diem ($ a day)

What the call pays per day on top of wages. Leave 0 if none. Check the call or ask the hall.

Lodging and travel ($ a week)

Rent, motel or camper spot, plus extra driving and meals because you’re away. Leave 0 for your home local.

Hours a week

Total hours worked. 4×10s is 40, 5×10s is 50, 6×10s is 60.

Overtime pays

Over 40 hours a week. Many inside agreements pay time and a half; some jobs pay double time. The call usually says.

Estimated tax (%)

Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare together, plus state income tax where there is one. 25 to 30% is a common rough number; your last pay stub tells you yours.