Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Electrical Partner Since 1928
Paulson Electric has been a trusted leader in electrical construction and design since 1928, serving Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we combine nearly a century of experience with cutting-edge technical expertise to deliver comprehensive solutions for industrial, commercial, healthcare, and government clients. Our team of over 125 skilled professionals specializes in electrical design/build, specialty electrical services, commercial solar, and low-voltage systems through our sister company PEC Communications. We maintain industry-leading safety standards, evidenced by our 11 NECA Safety Excellence Awards and Zero Injury Awards. Our proven three-phase process ensures quality from pre-construction planning to post-completion maintenance, while our investment in continuous training keeps us at the forefront of electrical innovation.With offices in Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Waterloo, we offer scalable resources to handle projects of all sizes, from small renovations to complex industrial systems. Our commitment to value engineering and client collaboration has earned recognition from Ryan Companies and John Deere Waterloo Works for creative safety solutions and minimal lost-time injuries. We differentiate ourselves through prefabrication capabilities, long-term maintenance programs, and partnerships with contractors seeking to expand into solar solutions. Our financial analysis tools and regulatory expertise ensure clients maximize ROI while maintaining compliance with NFPA 70B and OSHA standards.
Services
Electrical Design & Construction
Specialty Electrical Services
Commercial Solar Solutions
Low-Voltage Systems
Preventative Maintenance
Mission Critical Electrical
Underground Electrical
Arc Flash Studies
PEC Communications
Solar Operations & Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of electrical construction expertise with fourth-generation family leadership
- Our NECA award-winning safety program maintains industry-leading EMR ratings
- We provide comprehensive solutions from design/build to solar and low-voltage systems
- Our prefabrication capabilities reduce schedule pressure and improve efficiency
- We maintain NFPA 70B compliance and OSHA-certified maintenance programs
Associations and certifications
- NECA Safety Excellence Award
- Zero Injury Award
What people say
Technical expertise
Safety leadership
Reliable delivery
Value engineering
Creative solutions
Services
Electrical Design & Construction
Paulson Electric provides comprehensive electrical design and construction services for new buildings and major renovations. Our team handles projects from concept through completion, specializing in industrial, healthcare, and commercial facilities. We offer value engineering to optimize costs while maintaining safety and code compliance. Our three-phase approach ensures efficient pre-construction planning, coordinated construction execution, and long-term maintenance support. With 90+ years of experience, we deliver complex electrical systems for casinos, convention centers, and manufacturing facilities across the Midwest.
Commercial Solar Solutions
Our commercial solar division delivers turn-key solar projects that reduce operating costs and promote sustainability. We conduct free financial analyses of electricity usage, design customized solar systems, and manage permitting through our sister company SiteGen Solar. Our services include utility-scale solar construction, system commissioning, and ongoing maintenance programs. We help businesses lock in electricity prices for 25+ years while providing monitoring services to maximize system production. Our electrical expertise ensures seamless integration with existing power infrastructure.
Specialty Electrical Services
Paulson Electric offers specialized electrical solutions including arc flash studies, power quality testing, and preventative maintenance programs. Our NFPA 70B-compliant services ensure regulatory compliance while optimizing system reliability. We provide infrared thermography, LED lighting conversions, and system integration for industrial and healthcare clients. Our team designs electrical maintenance programs tailored to facility needs, with data-driven ROI calculations for upgrades like lighting retrofits and equipment replacements.
PEC Communications
PEC Communications specializes in low-voltage design and installation for data, security, and life safety systems. Our BICSI-certified team handles fiber optics, security cameras, card access systems, and nurse call installations. We serve healthcare, industrial, and commercial clients with structured cabling solutions from single data drops to campus-wide networks. Our three-year apprenticeship program ensures technically proficient installations that meet evolving connectivity demands while integrating with Paulson Electric's broader electrical services.
Mission Critical Electrical
We design and maintain electrical systems essential for uninterrupted operations in healthcare and industrial facilities. Our services include backup generation systems, emergency power solutions, and compliance with stringent safety standards. We ensure continuous operation during outages while protecting sensitive equipment from power fluctuations. Our expertise covers complex electrical distribution systems for facilities requiring 99.9% uptime, with rapid response capabilities for emergency repairs that minimize downtime in mission-critical environments.
People
Tyler Olson
CEO
Tyler Olson leads Paulson Electric as CEO with a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence. With deep industry knowledge, he drives innovation in electrical solutions while maintaining the company's fourth-generation family values. Tyler prioritizes safety leadership and client relationships.
Ethan Domke
President
Ethan Domke serves as President, overseeing day-to-day operations and business development. He champions technical advancement in electrical systems while ensuring adherence to the company's 90+ year legacy of quality service across industrial and commercial sectors.
Mindy Olson
Vice President
Mindy Olson contributes strategic leadership as Vice President, focusing on client relations and project delivery optimization. She maintains Paulson Electric's commitment to safety excellence and customer-centric solutions through her oversight of key operational initiatives.
Mark Groth
Safety Director
Mark Groth leads Paulson Electric's award-winning safety program as Safety Director. With NECA-recognized expertise, he implements comprehensive training in PPE, arc-flash protection, and hazard mitigation to maintain industry-leading safety metrics across all project sites.
Andrew Bach
Senior Estimator
Andrew Bach serves as Senior Estimator, applying technical expertise to develop accurate project cost projections. He identifies value engineering opportunities that reduce expenses without compromising quality, ensuring competitive bids that align with Paulson Electric's standards of excellence.
Questions
What areas does Paulson Electric serve?
We primarily serve Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois from offices in Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Waterloo. We also take on special projects outside these regions for existing clients or specialized work.
Do you handle both large and small electrical projects?
Yes, we manage projects of all sizes from major industrial installations to small renovations. Our scalable workforce and three-phase process ensure quality execution regardless of project scale.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on industrial, commercial, healthcare, and government facilities. Our expertise includes complex systems for manufacturing plants, hospitals, data centers, and large commercial developments.
Do you offer solar power solutions?
Yes, through our sister company SiteGen Solar, we provide commercial solar design, installation, and maintenance. We help businesses reduce energy costs with systems tailored to their specific electricity usage patterns.
How does your safety program work?
Our NECA award-winning safety program includes full-time director oversight, regular training in PPE and arc-flash protection, and proactive hazard analysis. We maintain one of the industry's lowest incident rates through continuous improvement initiatives.
Can you handle specialty electrical maintenance?
Yes, we offer NFPA 70B-compliant preventative maintenance programs, infrared thermography, and arc flash studies. Our technicians identify potential issues before they become critical, minimizing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
