1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

Ft. Collins CO electricians

Discussion in 'Jobs & Careers' started by JRush2005, Sep 1, 2014.

  1. Sep 1, 2014 at 2:00 PM
    #1
    JRush2005

    #1
    JRush2005 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Jul 16, 2013
    Member:
    #108391
    Messages:
    33
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jerimie
    Ankeny, Iowa
    Vehicle:
    05 TRD Off Road
    I am currently a licensed journeyman electrician working in Iowa. My wife and I are planning on moving out to CO next summer, if all goes as planned. I am looking for any advice as far as good commercial contractors out there to work for, contractors to stay away from, and good places to rent a home or town house. Really any advice would be appreciated!
     
    JRush2005, Sep 1, 2014
    #1
  2. Oct 8, 2014 at 12:22 PM
    #2
    snichols28

    #2
    snichols28 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Sep 16, 2012
    Member:
    #87036
    Messages:
    69
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Steve
    Fort Collins, CO
    I'm sure there are a lot of electrical companies around here... actually, I know there are but the only one I am familiar with is Hanna Electrical Contracting. The owner (Clint) is a very very awesome and squared away guy. His employees are also great and have been working for him for a long time. ...probably because he takes care of them.

    Maybe reach out to them?

    Hanna Electrical Contracting
     
    snichols28, Oct 8, 2014
    #2
  3. Oct 10, 2014 at 4:36 PM
    #3
    moondeath

    #3
    moondeath Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 8, 2011
    Member:
    #48948
    Messages:
    5,838
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chris
    Pa, Gardners
    Vehicle:
    2013 TRD Sport DCLB 4x4
    5100 @ 0” w/ 2.5” Eibach spring, 1.5" Icon Progressive 3 leaf + 1” block, Procomp Wheels, Grill Thin Lip (Custom Car Grills Mod), Access Tonneau Cover, Pop & Lock Tailgate Electronic Lock PL8521
    This is just a mere suggestion. Not trying to impose any agenda.

    You could look into joining the local electrical union in that area if you can't find any work. Being that you're already a journeyman you most likely would be able to just join without having to test in or go through the apprenticeship. The IBEW is looking to get many new members throughout the next year. You can google the IBEW for that local area and talk to their Business Agent and get info.

    Its a good gig if there is work in that area. Benefits, retirement, and pay are really good. Ive been in for 8.5 years now and I'm happy with it.

    Again, just another idea for you. Good luck to you no matter what you do.
     
    moondeath, Oct 10, 2014
    #3
  4. Oct 13, 2014 at 4:02 AM
    #4
    JRush2005

    #4
    JRush2005 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Jul 16, 2013
    Member:
    #108391
    Messages:
    33
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jerimie
    Ankeny, Iowa
    Vehicle:
    05 TRD Off Road
    Thanks for the advice guys! I've already been told to check out Hanna, so I'll definitely have to explore that. I've also thought about contacting the IBEW to see what they have to offer in that area. We can't wait for the big move!
     
    JRush2005, Oct 13, 2014
    #4
  5. Nov 3, 2014 at 2:03 PM
    #5
    Ice Horse

    #5
    Ice Horse Stalking horse

    Joined:
    Sep 26, 2012
    Member:
    #87761
    Messages:
    16,392
    Gender:
    Female
    First Name:
    Lauren
    Florida
    Vehicle:
    Two 1998’s and a 2025. All TRD Offroads.
    ADS Racing Shocks 2.5" Extended Travel Coilovers with Reservoirs, 3 inch All Pro rear suspension kit, factory E-locker, Trail Gear sliders and front stinger bumper, CBI Offroad rear tube bumper, XRC8 Winch, 33 inch BFG KM2's, 16 inch Ivan Stewart Wheels, Uniden CB radio, flip up license plate, white tail lights, LED front signals, Tundra front brake upgrade, new radio, rock lights, sub woofer, remote start, satoshi grille with Prius emblem, Rigid DOT/SAE Fog Lights, 12" Light Bar
    While I have no experience in the feild, definitely need to work and look really hard to find a job in foco. My ex's father has been an electrician for years and they live in Foco, he could never find a job up there and always had to commute to denver.
     
    Ice Horse, Nov 3, 2014
    #5
To Top