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Empowering Electrical Contractors in Rochester, NY
The Rochester, New York Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) serves as a vital partnership between electrical contractors and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local Union 86. Established to elevate industry standards, our organization focuses on advancing the electrical construction sector through comprehensive education programs, workforce development initiatives, and strategic labor relations. With representation of over 30 qualified contractors, we champion excellence in delivering power, lighting, and communication technologies across the Greater Rochester region and beyond.Our dedicated team provides essential support in safety training, government advocacy, and technical services while fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes innovation and continuous improvement. Through our core values of accountability, stewardship, and community engagement, we empower members to achieve operational success while shaping the future of the electrical industry. Our executive leadership brings decades of specialized expertise in electrical contracting, ensuring our members receive authoritative guidance and resources to maintain competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving field.
Services
Electrical contracting
Labor relations
Educational services
Safety training
Government affairs
Highlights and features
- We partner with IBEW Local Union 86 for skilled workforce development
- We provide specialized safety training programs for electrical contractors
- Our chapter offers technical services and government affairs advocacy
- We deliver continuing education for management and workforce excellence
- We maintain strict accountability standards for continuous industry improvement
Services
Electrical contracting
Our member contractors deliver comprehensive electrical infrastructure solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Specializing in power distribution, lighting systems, and communication technology installations, we ensure code-compliant, future-ready electrical systems. Our certified professionals implement projects with precision while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Labor relations
We facilitate collaborative relationships between electrical contractors and IBEW Local Union 86 through structured collective bargaining agreements. Our team provides dispute resolution frameworks, contract administration support, and workforce planning resources to maintain productive labor-management partnerships that benefit both employers and skilled workers.
Educational services
Our comprehensive training programs develop electrical professionals through apprenticeship instruction, journeyman upgrading, and management development courses. Partnering with local training centers, we deliver curriculum covering electrical theory, code updates, and leadership skills to maintain industry excellence across all career levels.
Safety training
We implement rigorous safety certification programs aligned with OSHA standards for electrical construction environments. Our training covers hazard recognition, lockout/tagout procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements to create zero-incident job sites through continuous safety education and compliance monitoring.
Government affairs
Our advocacy efforts represent members' interests in legislative and regulatory matters affecting the electrical industry. We monitor local, state, and federal policy developments, provide testimony on construction codes, and collaborate with officials to create favorable business conditions for electrical contractors in the region.
People
Peter J. Stoller
Executive Director
Peter J. Stoller leads the Rochester NECA chapter with over 25 years of electrical industry experience. He oversees strategic operations, member services, and industry partnerships while maintaining active involvement in labor relations and policy development.
JoAnne Newman
Office Manager
JoAnne Newman manages daily operations and member communications for the Rochester NECA chapter. With extensive experience in association management, she ensures efficient administrative support and coordinates educational programs and safety training initiatives.
Questions
What services does the Rochester NECA chapter provide to members?
We offer labor relations support, safety training programs, educational courses, government affairs advocacy, and technical resources to enhance electrical contractors' business operations.
How does NECA support workforce development in the electrical industry?
Through partnership with IBEW Local Union 86, we provide apprenticeship programs, journeyman training, and management development courses to maintain a skilled electrical workforce.
What areas do Rochester NECA contractors serve?
Our member contractors serve the Greater Rochester region and surrounding areas, delivering electrical solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
How can electrical contractors join NECA?
Contractors can apply for membership through our chapter office, where we evaluate qualifications and ensure alignment with our commitment to industry excellence.
What safety programs does NECA offer?
We provide OSHA-compliant safety training, hazard recognition workshops, and certification programs to ensure safe electrical construction practices across all job sites.
How does NECA engage with local government?
We actively participate in policy discussions, code development committees, and regulatory advocacy to represent electrical contractors' interests at all government levels.
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