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Elliot Services Employee-Owner Participating in 2023 IEC Emerging Leaders Program

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Tiler Cross, an Assistant Project Manager at Elliot Services, has been selected to participate in the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) Emerging Leaders Program in 2023.

According to the IEC’s website, “The IEC Emerging Leaders Program is a six-month leadership development experience for professionals in the electrical and systems contracting industry. Each year, six to ten individuals are selected to form a cohort class that participates in skills development workshops, networking opportunities, leadership exercises, and project development experiences.” Cross joins 9 other electrical professionals from across the country in the program.

“I would like to congratulate Tiler on this accomplishment and express my excitement for participating in this program,” Tim Robertson, Operations Manager, Elliot Services said, “It is truly humbling for me to have the chance to work with such an incredible person.”

Cross joined Elliot in August 2018 as an Electrical Helper/Apprentice 1 before moving into the role he serves in now. He has been attending and training through IEC of the Bluegrass since late 2018 and graduated in 2022. During his time, he participated in the 2022 IEC Apprentice of the Year Competition at the 2022 IEC SPARK: Power Tomorrow conference in Louisville, KY.

Elliot Services and the Davis H. Elliot Company are proud of Tiler Cross’ accomplishment and excited about the opportunity in front of him.

About IEC:

Founded in 1957 as the Associated Independent Electrical Contractors of America, the primary goal of the original association was to consider and deal with, by all lawful means, common problems of management, distribution, employment, and financial functions of the electrical construction industry; to foster cooperation in advancing the common purposes of its members; and to promote activities that enabled the industry to advance with the greatest economy and efficiency.

The association’s first offices were located in Texas, and in 1962, IEC was granted a certificate of incorporation. IEC convinced the U.S. Department of Labor to adopt national pattern standards of Apprenticeship and Training, and for the first time, registered apprenticeship was recognized across the country for those adopting the “Open Shop” or “Merit Shop” philosophy.

IEC has now grown into an influential 52-chapter association representing more than 3,600 company members and nearly 80,000 electrical workers. IEC has expanded its alliance to include nearly 14,000 apprentices who are in the process of learning to become prominent and productive electricians.

The association will continue to expand its services to members and serve as a strong voice for independent electrical and systems contractors on the many issues that affect the industry.

IEC: https://www.ieci.org/ 

About IEC of the Bluegrass:

IEC of the Bluegrass, Inc., is a non-profit organization covering 86 of the 120 Kentucky counties from Pikeville to Paducah. IEC works to develop, maintain, and improve the quality of electrical construction at all levels in order to provide to the public the benefits of electrical contracting services, based on management information and construction techniques to meet and exceed the highest level of standards.

When you join IEC of the Bluegrass, Inc., you secure a business partner dedicated to making yours a better business. In 1989 a few contractors decided there were some things they could do better and less expensively if they joined forces. Out of this decision grew IEC of the Bluegrass, Inc., an association of businesses that perform electrical construction.

IEC is approved to provide the Kentucky and Ohio electrical licensing continuing education training for contractors, master electricians and journeymen.  IEC also provides a four year apprenticeship program approved by the US Department of Labor and the Kentucky Apprenticeship Council.

IEC of the Bluegrass: https://www.iecbluegrass.org/  

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Elliot Services Celebrates 2023 IEC of the Bluegrass Apprenticeship Graduates

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Elliot Services would like to congratulate members of our team who celebrated their apprenticeship graduation from IEC of the Bluegrass this week!

Following the successful completion of the four-year program, Braden Grejtak, Logan Scott, Mason Harris, Chandler Watson, Courtland Cook, Joe Dunn Cody Able, Dustin Gilbert, Wes Winburn, Hunter Rice, and Blake Smith were honored for their achievement at an event on Monday, March 20th. The group of Elliot Services graduates includes three second-generation Elliot employees. Congratulations on your achievement. We look forward to seeing you continue to grow in your careers!

About IEC of the Bluegrass:

IEC of the Bluegrass, Inc., is a non-profit organization covering 86 of the 120 Kentucky counties from Pikeville to Paducah. IEC works to develop, maintain, and improve the quality of electrical construction at all levels in order to provide to the public the benefits of electrical contracting services, based on management information and construction techniques to meet and exceed the highest level of standards.

When you join IEC of the Bluegrass, Inc., you secure a business partner dedicated to making yours a better business. In 1989 a few contractors decided there were some things they could do better and less expensively if they joined forces. Out of this decision grew IEC of the Bluegrass, Inc., an association of businesses that perform electrical construction.

IEC is approved to provide the Kentucky and Ohio electrical licensing continuing education training for contractors, master electricians and journeymen.  IEC also provides a four year apprenticeship program approved by the US Department of Labor and the Kentucky Apprenticeship Council.

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Do You Need a Generator?

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Americans are reliant on electronics for communication and connection, so it is easy to wonder if you may need to have a backup generator installed or on hand. If you are a homeowner, perhaps you want to ensure you can keep your family safe and warm after a weather event. If you are a business, perhaps you are concerned about the potential ramifications on your bottom line and effectiveness if power were to be lost for your office. Here are some things to keep in mind if you decide to purchase a generator.

How does a generator work, and how can it help?

Permanently installed standby generators with an automatic transfer added can identify an interruption in the flow of power. After this interruption has been identified by the unit, the standby system will take over and provide power to your home until power is restored. If you are utilizing a portable generator, you will manually power your home following an outage.

Generators are most commonly run on propane or natural gas. The generator will take this fuel and convert it into electrical energy. This power will then be fed through your home or business’s main breaker panel.

With this backup power available, you can minimize the amount of time you are without power. This will allow you to continue to utilize electronics, charge phones, and use electric-powered utilities. Beyond electronics, it will help maintain the proper temperature for refrigerated foods, power your vehicle if it is electric, and maintain security systems.

How much does a generator cost?

If you plan to install a permanent standby generator, you are likely to pay anywhere between $5,000-$10,000 – if not more – depending on the amount and quality of power needed. However, if you are looking for a portable, manual option, you are likely to spend a few hundred dollars at a minimum.

How much maintenance does a generator require?

Overall, once installed or purchased, a generator does not require an exorbitant amount of upkeep. You will want to regularly check it to make sure it is functioning, especially if it is portable and not regularly used, but otherwise, you simply need to make sure it has the appropriate amount of oil and fuel and you are keeping it clean and free of debris.

How do I get one? Do I have to install it?

If you are interested in purchasing and installing a generator, we highly recommend working with a local professional to make sure it is properly setup. You can reach out to Elliot Services in Lexington, Kentucky, to learn more about their services and how their team of reliable electricians can assist you with installing a generator on your property. Visit www.elliotservices.com to learn more.

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New Pivot Brewing Location in Louisville Working with Elliot Services 

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Louisville, KY – In spring 2022, Pivot Brewing, a popular Lexington brewer of hard cider and beer, announced their plans to open a new taproom location in Louisville towards the end of 2022. The location, which is situated near one of the most visited dining and entertainment areas on Bardstown Road, will feature a stylish area to enjoy craft beverages with close proximity to trendy Louisville eateries. “We were fortunate this property came on the market,” Martin Svab with Pivot Brewing stated, “We are at the end of Bardstown Road, which is great. It is developing quickly, and a lot of people visit the area, so we are happy to be joining the neighborhood.” 

Elliot Services was selected to serve as the electrical contractor for the project and has been working diligently alongside the team from Pivot Brewing to achieve their vision for the space. “We want to make it welcoming for everyone, inviting to the neighborhood, and a great place to enjoy our cider and beer,” Svab said, “This will be a meeting space for neighbors and a great place for game nights and events in the area.” Part of this process is developing a soft, warm, and engaging lighting plan for the space, providing a proper ambiance for the brewery. Chuck Ely is the project manager from Elliot Services for the project, and his team has worked with Pivot Brewing to capture their vision and develop the perfect plan to meet their needs. “Elliot Services came highly recommended to us, and it has been absolutely amazing. On-site work, communication, through just in-person and phone meetings, email, and questions, our experience has been great. It makes our life 10 times less stressful when undertaking a project like this,” Svab commented.

While there is still work to be completed, they are targeting a November 2022 opening date to begin serving their delicious beverages to the Louisville community. Elliot Services will continue to provide updates related to our work on the project, and the company is looking forward to seeing the Pivot Brewing team open this wonderful new space! 

You can learn more about Pivot Brewing by visiting www.pivotbrewingcompany.com 

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Elliot Services Employee-Owner Participating in 2022 IEC Apprentice of the Year Competition 

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Tiler Cross, an Assistant Project Manager with Elliot Services, will be competing in the IEC National Apprentice of the Year (AOY) Competition as a representative of IEC of the Bluegrass.

The competition features top graduates from IEC apprenticeship programs from across the country in head-to-head competition during the annual IEC SPARK: Power Tomorrow conference. This year’s IEC Spark is taking place October 5-8, 2022 in Louisville, KY. The competition comprises a written test format, taking place on Wednesday, October 5th, and a hands-on event live at the Expo Center for a large audience on Thursday, October 6th.

“This is my first time competing in something like this,” Cross says, “and I’m excited about the opportunity to meet people from all over who have similar mindsets.”

Cross joined Elliot in August 2018 as an Electrical Helper/Apprentice 1 prior to moving into the role he serves in now. He has been attending and training through IEC of the Bluegrass since late 2018.

You can learn more about IEC and IEC SPARK: Power Tomorrow by visiting the links listed below. Everyone at Elliot wishes Tiler luck as he competes!

IEC: https://www.ieci.org/

IEC of the Bluegrass: https://www.iecbluegrass.org/

IEC SPARK: Power Tomorrow Conference: https://bwevents.swoogo.com/spark22/home

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Elliot Services Voted Best Electrician & Best Electrical Company

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Lexington, KY – >Elliot Services is proud to announce our selection as Best Electrician and Best Electrical Company by ABC 36 (WTVQ) viewers in their 2022 Viewer’s Choice Awards! In addition to Elliot Services winning in the electrician categories, 46Solutions – a fellow member of the Elliot Family of Brands – won for Best Home Entertainment.

Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who voted for Elliot Services as Best Electrician and Best Electrical Company!

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Project Completed at Asbury University Collaborative Learning Center

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Lexington, KY – Elliot Services, a division of Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc., recently completed work on a project at Asbury University. The University’s new Walt and Rowena Shaw Collaborative Learning Center.

According to Asbury University’s website,

“The $25 million, 59,000-square-foot Shaw CLC brings together future entrepreneurs and scientists, health-care professionals and marketing experts to learn from, and with, each other. The Shaw CLC will house Asbury’s Dayton School of Business, School of Science, Health and Mathematics, SEARCH at Asbury, a 400-seat auditorium, breakout rooms for hosting conferences, common areas and sales training rooms.”

Elliot Services completed the power and lighting for the building with security, installed a new generator and transfer switches, worked with Johnson Controls, Inc. to install the fire alarm, completed the low voltage and structured cabling work, and installed new primary and secondary power for most of the campus.

Casey Horton and Keith Grupke led the electrical side of the project for Elliot Services, while Hunter Vaught oversaw the data portion. Charlie Rice, Matt Day, Austin Smith, Preston Ledford, Dennis Smith, Dwight Sneed, Blake Smith, William Willoughby, Noah Stone, Hunter Rice, Tanner Smith, and Bryston Alcorn worked on this project alongside them.

You can learn more about the building and other happenings at Asbury University by visiting www.asbury.edu.

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Elliot Services Finishes Work On New Nicholasville PD Building

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Nicholasville, KY – Elliot Services, a division of Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc., has finished work on the new Nicholasville Police Department building in Nicholasville, KY.

The 25,000 sq. ft. facility located on Main Street was a new build from the ground up, providing the first responders a state-of-the-art facility to serve and protect the citizens of the city located in Jessamine County.

As part of the project, Elliot Services completed the power and lighting for the building, assisted with installing the electrical work for some of the key services for the space, and installed a generator that is capable of powering the entire building in the event of a power outage – ensuring the Nicholasville Police Department remains up and running when they are needed most.

“I live five minutes from this building, and some of our team lives in the area,” said Elliot Services General Foreman Barry Bryant, “so we really wanted to do a good job because these are officers we see every day serving our community.”

Many Elliot Services employees contributed to this project including Keith Grupke, Barry Bryant, Charles Tapp, Kevin Brooks, Chase Hickey, Rocco Van Berge, and Matt Spencer.

You can learn more about the Nicholasville Police Department by visiting www.nicholasvillepd.org.

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Elliot Services Completes Work on Coldstream Research Campus

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Lexington, KY – Elliot Services, a division of Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc., recently completed their work on The CoRE at the University of Kentucky’s Coldstream Research Campus.

According to the website for the Coldstream Research Campus,

“…the CoRE, offers office, laboratory space, and services to accelerate the growth of high-tech businesses in a multi-tenant/shared-use facility. The CoRE, located on the 735-acre research campus, offers access to walking/biking trails, outdoor seating, and scenic views.”

Elliot Services completed the electrical work, data, and lighting throughout the brand new building, including some stunning lighting fixtures in the entrance to the complex, as well as a large generator to support the building in the event of a power outage. Additionally, they had the opportunity to provide electrical support for the laboratory areas of the building which presented a unique opportunity for the team. “The building is not your basic office space,” said General Foreman Barry Bryant, “There are overhead lab carriers, special equipment, and impressive and unique office and collaboration spaces throughout.”

Brandon Brake served as the project manager alongside many other Elliot Services employees including Barry Bryant, Chase Hickey, Rocco Van Berge, Matt Spencer, Cody Murphy, and Braden Grejtak. Jack Romans and Allan Noort handled the data installation portion of the project.

You can learn more about the building and the work being done on this campus by visiting The CoRE’s website.

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4 Reasons to Consider an Electrical Trade Career

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Over the course of the last couple of years, many have been taking time to re-evaluate the direction of their careers and how they support themselves and their families. Additionally, more young people are graduating high school and college and beginning their search for a job. While many will opt for office-based, corporate jobs, many would benefit greatly by taking a close look at a career in skilled trades. In particular, the electrical trade is seeing a need for new workers to join the field, and there are ample opportunities available to those of all skill levels. Elliot Services would like to offer you 4 reasons to consider seeking a career in the electrical trade.

1. Hands-On, Economical Training Opportunities

Trade schools, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training with respected professionals make the electrical trades one of the most economical, accessible, and hands-on fields one could explore. This accessibility allows those who are interested in the profession to have an easy point of entry to learn, gain experience, and make a good living.

Additionally, the electrical trade also offers a number of specialty certifications that can provide you with the experience and credentials needed to continue to grow in your career and seek advanced levels of employment and opportunities for higher pay.

2. High-Demand Profession

Many professionals in the electrical field will be retiring over the next decade and new job opportunities continue to grow due to demand. This influx of available positions provides a great opportunity for those seeking a new challenge and presents a great option for a stable, secure profession in a field with rich tradition and history. High demand also means those who enter the field will have greater opportunities to grow within the industry and benefit financially in the process.

3. Multiple Career Options

The electrical trade stands out from many others due to the expansive nature of the industry and the different opportunities it provides. You could be an electrician who focuses on industrial and residential projects, you could work on projects with low voltage and telecommunications infrastructure, you could serve as an engineer, you could work on the new wave of renewable energy offerings, or you could work as a transmission or distribution line worker. The opportunities are endless and allow for everyone to find their niche within the industry.

4. Unique Work Environment

Working in the electrical field provides professionals with a unique work environment. Each day will be different from the last, and present new challenges for you to figure out and learn from. You will also work closely and develop relationships with many others in the industry which will serve you well within your career. This unique environment will give you the opportunity to learn skills that would be useful in your work and personal life like communication, problem-solving, networking, customer service, and more.

How do I get started?

Interested in pursuing a career in the electrical trade? Elliot Services is currently hiring for several positions in Kentucky, including Journeymen Electricians, Communications Installer, Project Managers, and more. You can learn more about available opportunities and how to apply by visiting www.elliotservices.com and selecting “Careers.”

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