The 2026 IBEW Hour Power Journeyman of the Year award honors more than skill on the jobsite. It recognizes the people who leave a lasting impact on the brothers and sisters around them.
For Keith Keller of IBEW Local 5, that legacy has always been about mentorship, humility, and service to others. After decades in the trade, Keith is preparing for retirement, knowing that the relationships he built and the apprentices he guided will continue to carry the brotherhood forward long after he leaves the jobsite. Nominated by former apprentice Paige Becker, Keith became known not only for his leadership and professionalism but for the calm, encouraging way he helped others believe in themselves and grow in the trade.
This profile explores the life and values of a man who built a career centered around family, faith, friendship, and the union lifestyle. From mentoring apprentices to supporting coworkers through difficult moments, Keith’s story is a reminder that the true strength of the IBEW comes from members willing to lift others up along the way.
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