Summer represents the most critical stretch of the year. Service demand accelerates, project timelines tighten, and crews are expected to perform at a sustained high level across multiple job sites.…
Electrical downtime is one of the most disruptive and expensive events a commercial building can experience. When critical electrical systems fail, operations can stop instantly, affecting everything from lighting and…
Minnesota’s 2040 carbon-free electricity standard may sound like a long-term policy goal, but the effects are already showing up in the market. Utilities are adjusting capital plans. Developers are designing…
Modern homes operate with a significantly higher electrical demand than in previous decades, driven by the widespread use of smart devices, home automation systems, EV chargers, and high-powered appliances. However,…
Most people think becoming a leader means spending decades climbing a corporate ladder. In the electrical industry, the ladder is already built. From day one as an apprentice, you enter…
Tenant improvement projects rarely fail during active construction. More often, they stall at the finish line during inspections and final approvals, when unresolved electrical issues surface and disrupt occupancy timelines.…
Spring is not a slow season for electricians. It is the one time of year when work is steady but not yet overwhelming, creating space for crews and supervisors to…
When spring work alternates between interior and exterior sites, small misalignments can quickly turn into daily disruptions on the jobsite. Tools, schedules, and routines that work well in one environment…
Improving weather often signals a shift in mindset on the jobsite, where attention gradually moves from hazard awareness to production momentum. Cold-weather precautions start to fade, yet new spring-related risks…
As the busy spring season approaches, late winter provides a crucial pause for contractors to assess their estimating practices. It's easy to get caught up in the rush of project…
Spring projects often mark the first real shift in how inspections and closeouts are handled each year. As new budgets take effect and owners restart paused or delayed work, updated…
Winter puts electrical systems under their heaviest load, making it the season when hidden weaknesses surface quickly. As temperatures drop, customers experience higher energy bills, comfort issues, tripped breakers, and…
As the colder months approach, electrical contractors often face a slowdown in large-scale projects. However, this season also presents a unique opportunity to stabilize revenue and strengthen relationships with existing…
Spring construction brings a familiar challenge for electrical contractors because demand increases quickly while requirements and procurement timelines shift. Permit approvals slow down, new state and national code updates roll…
For many electrical contractors, winter brings a shift that everyone can feel. The days get shorter, the temperatures drop, and the added pressure of the holiday season can chip away…
Colder months often bring higher energy bills, and this year’s forecast suggests that trend will continue as winter electric rates climb nationwide. As heating systems run longer and harder, the…
Electrical systems face their toughest season as temperatures drop and daylight hours shorten. Heating equipment runs longer, lighting stays on earlier and later, and HVAC units work overtime to maintain…
As temperatures start to fall and winter weather moves in, your electrical system takes on more stress than usual. Cold conditions can make wiring brittle, allow moisture to creep into…
As outdoor projects start to wind down, fall gives contractors a rare chance to step back from the fast pace of the jobsite and focus on building stronger, smarter teams.…
As energy demand continues to rise in the Twin Cities, utilities are moving quickly to modernize the grid and prepare for the future. The push for cleaner energy, widespread adoption…
September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a critical time to shine a light on mental health in every profession, including the electrical construction industry. Studies show that construction workers face…
The demands on electrical contractors have reached new heights. With rising material costs, labor shortages, and increasingly complex electrical work, teams are under more pressure than ever to deliver results…
The fall season gives electrical contractors an opportunity for a break after the busy summer months, which often involve long workdays, large outdoor projects, and tight deadlines. As work shifts…
Skilled electricians are in high demand as infrastructure projects grow, technology evolves, and experienced workers retire. To meet this challenge, apprenticeships in electrical construction actively prepare the next generation of…
In the fast-paced world of construction and electrical work, pushing crews to work longer hours might seem like a way to meet tight deadlines or squeeze out more productivity. But…
Long hours are a reality in electrical construction, whether due to tight deadlines, emergency repairs, or large-scale projects. But with extended shifts comes an increased risk of fatigue, which can…
The electrical industry is confronting a serious challenge: attracting and retaining enough skilled workers to meet rising demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, electrician employment is projected to…
The need for skilled tradespeople, especially electricians, continues to grow as construction and infrastructure projects expand across the country. While attracting new talent is important, contractors understand that retaining experienced…
The Construction Suicide Prevention Week is happening from September 9 - 13, 2024, reminding us of the importance of looking out for one another. In our job, safety is at…
In the U.S., more than 1 in 5 adults live with a mental health concern. They could be your loved ones, coworkers, or even yourself. This is why it's important…
The building of a new prefabrication facility is underway for Egan Company after a groundbreaking ceremony was held in Kasson, Minn. Meeting the growing demand of Egan’s Electrical teams, this new facility…
OlympiaTech Electric proudly announces the promotion of Justin Trafton to Director, Construction. Justin has been an integral part of OlympiaTech Electric for 18 years. During this time, he has demonstrated…
O'Neill Electric has an opening for a Construction Project Coordinator with O'Neill Electric in their Stillwater office. This position is full time (40 hours a week) and benefit eligible with…
Prefabrication, often shortened to prefab, is a construction method where building assemblies or modules are manufactured off-site in a factory or workshop setting, rather than being built on-site. These prefabricated…
In skilled trades, particularly in professions like electrical work, mentorship for electricians brings them closer to success. Here, where precision and expertise are as vital as the tools in one's…
The electrical trades present an interesting case regarding gender disparity in the workforce. While traditionally male-dominated, the field is slowly experiencing a shift towards greater inclusion and diversity. The positive…
The increasing demand for solar technicians opens up more job opportunities in the renewables and trades sector. If you're considering electrical apprenticeships in the future, becoming a solar technician provides…
Apprenticeship programs are vital in training the future electricians and technicians. For electrical contractors, having an apprentice provides several operational advantages. With the problem of labor shortage, taking on apprentices…
The financial and operational benefits of initiating DEIB practices are some of the things you need to consider as a contractor. DEIB or Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are key…
The workplace culture and environment significantly impact employees' psychological well-being, given the substantial time they spend at work. The demands of their jobs can negatively affect their mental health if…
Daily work-related stress can cause an employee's mental distress - about 4 in 5 state that workplace stress affected their relationship with other people. This is quite common in the…
In 2019, there were 307 workplace suicide fatalities in the United States, marking the highest level on record at that time. This alarming statistic raised concerns about addressing suicide in…
Belonging is a crucial component of DEIB or Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Creating a sense of belonging in a workplace makes employees feel involved in an organization and not…
A company with fair labor practices can flourish and have employees that are more satisfied with their jobs. This is why equity in the workplace is an important aspect of…
Being inclusive is a critical aspect as more organizations embrace diversity. When you employ people coming from different backgrounds, tensions may arise leading to mental health issues. Hence, fostering an…
Businesses nowadays are moving away from traditional hiring stereotypes of their industries, one of them is employing certain groups of people, and moving towards workplace diversity instead. Let’s learn how…
A shift in today's workplace setting is the need to cultivate a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Businesses, both small and established, are actively promoting equitable and inclusive…
A new position of National Project Safety Manager in Bloomington, MN has been posted to our company website. You can view this job along with other openings and Hunt Electric's…
NECA Minneapolis would like to express their gratitude to Women-In-NECA Twin Cities for their dedicated efforts and time in organizing the Women in Construction Week 2023 event. This special week…
A new position of Senior Designer - Electrical Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in Minneapolis, MN has been posted to our company website. You can view this job along with…
A new position of Branding & Events Coordinator in Bloomington, MN has been posted to our company website. You can view this job along with other openings and Hunt Electric's…
Hunt Electric Corporation has new job openings. Currently there are openings for a Marketing and Content Coordinator and an Office Cleaner position.
Egan Company has the following open positions: Electrical Estimator Account Manager - Technology Project Manager - Technology Project Manager - Industrial Controls CAD Technician / Drafter Accountant Business Development /…
Parsons Electric has an opening for a Purchasing Specialist in Fridley, MN. View details here.
Hunt Electric Corporation has new job openings. Currently there are openings for a Marketing and Content Coordinator and an Office Cleaner position.
Our office is relocating, as of June 11th, our new address will be: 600 Highway 169 South, Suite 640 St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Congratulations! J Becher & Associates Inc. has won the 2020 NECA Project Excellence Award in the Low Voltage/Integrated Systems category for your work on Inside 10,000 s.f. Stunning New Smart Home. The…
The most in-demand tech jobs in construction The mushrooming field of contech has created demand for a new kind of worker who has a top-to-bottom understanding of the principles of…
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) are committed to providing and embracing a culture change across the Electrical Construction Industry (ECI). The…
OlympiaTech and Women in NECA Twin Cities partnered to tie-dye nearly 700 face masks for a local nursing home.
Recently Andrew Schmitz and Ryan Hildebrandt of Parsons Electric were named to EC&Ms 2020 Electrical All Stars 30 under 30. Congratulations to Andrew, Ryan, and Parsons Electric! Read the full…
The skilled Powering America team of National Electrical Contractors Association - NECA‘s Ace Electrical Contractors, Inc. and IBEW Local 292 recently completed a Verizon Wireless Generator and Equipment Shelter in Maple Grove, Minnesota.…
Parsons Electric & Egan Company are both recipients of the NECA 2020 Recognition of Achievement in Safety Excellence. NECA’s Recognition of Safety Achievement program is an elite safety recognition focused on…
Dunwoody Electrical Construction & Maintenance student, Brynn Pavlica Full article here
On September 15, Dunwoody College of Technology, Minneapolis, Minn., was named NECA’s 2019 Student Chapter of the Year during NECA 2019 Las Vegas. “With this event, we can recognize the work students…
