Members: Join WECA's Apprenticeship Outreach Team at the Following Events in Northern California and the Central Valley This Fall

WECA hopes our Member Contractors in Northern or Central California will consider participating with us in one of the upcoming events shown below. WECA's Apprenticeship Outreach Team will be present at all of these!

Brandon Drew, WECA's Apprenticeship Workforce Development Recruiter and Outreach Specialist, explains the workforce development synergies to be gained: "By placing our vendor booths next to each other, WECA can show support for our Member Contractors, and our apprenticeship program can be highlighted by the members in attendance."

Please learn more about each event below and directly register for any you're interested in attending, at the given link for that event. We hope you'll join us!



 

CIEF Trades Day

When: October 2, 2025

Where: Cal Expo in Sacramento

Learn more and register here.

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SRBX/CIEF 2025 WIC Conference

When: October 15 and 16, 2025

Where: SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento

Learn more and register here.

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Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce Signature Event Sponsorship

Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce's 2nd Annual Men's Conference - Manifest Your Destiny

When: September 17, 2025

Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Fresno Convention Center

Learn more and register here.

Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce's 12th Annual ProspHER Women's Symposium

When: October 28, 2025

Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Fresno Convention Center

Learn more and register here.

 

WECA Arizona Women Commercial Electrical Apprentices Featured in Move Over Bob's Inaugural Issue

Plus, See Snaps from WECA Arizona's Attendance at Move Over Bob's Magazine Launch Party










 

This week several members of the WECA Arizona community attended a launch party celebrating the publishing of Move Over Bob's inaugural magazine issue. Move Over Bob is an initiative geared toward encouraging women to pursue skilled trades careers by showing women that careers in the trades are a narrative issue rather than an availability issue. One of the ways that Move Over Bob hopes to accomplish this is by creating publications and spotlights where women can see other women crafting rewarding skilled trades careers. WECA apprentices and employees of our Arizona Member Contractor Corbins, including Corbins Director of Workforce Development Matt Apodaca (who also serves on the WECA Apprenticeship Training Trust Board of Trustees), and Heath Anderson (WECA Arizona's Outreach and Workforce Development Specialist), all attended the launch event.

WECA's close working relationship with Move Over Bob netted several of our own women apprentices, such as Janet and Lisette Amaya, and Solei Donahue, all of Corbins, the opportunity to appear in Move Over Bob's first issue. Kailynn, another Corbins employee, attended the event to show support as well.

Heath says, "I am deeply proud to have been in some small way a help and grateful to also have a space in this first issue as a nod to Move Over Bob. We encourage you to learn about Move Over Bob, their magazine, and how you may help inspire more women to take up our work."

Buy your own copy of the first issue of Move Over Bob.

 

It's time to encourage your Electrician Trainees to enroll in our Fall 2025 (Oct-Dec) courses and continue on their paths to certification! The Fall course catalog is now available on our website, and GetWired instructor-led classes always fill quickly.

View the Electrician Trainee course catalog

Have Journeyworkers who need 32 hours, or perhaps just 8 or 16 remaining? We have lots of choices for them too:

Jump to the Continuing Education course catalog

Your employees can also enroll over the phone at (877) 444-9322, in person at our Rancho Cordova training facility, or by email at info@goweca.com.

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You can also remind your Electrician Trainees that there are three ways to take GetWired! The program can be completed in an entirely online, self-paced format if that's what's most convenient for them.



 

 

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Royal Electric Company's second group of summer high school interns to our Rancho Cordova training facility!

These future electricians and low voltage technicians spent the day exploring our labs, observing apprentices in action, and discovering the variety of programs available through WECA. 

The visit gave the interns a first-hand look at the skills and dedication it takes to build a career in our industry.

WECA Member Contractors: Does your company have an intern program? We'd love to see your interns at one of our training facilities. Give us a call and ask for the WECA outreach team.

 

Dear WECA Member Contractors, Industry Partners, and Industry Supporters,

There is still time to support the WECA California graduating classes of 2025 with your sponsorship!

Help us honor their achievement with your sponsorship of their graduation event(s) on:

- Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Temecula Creek Inn (44501 Rainbow Canyon Road, Temecula, CA 92592) from 4:00 to 7:30 PM for Southern California graduates.

- Saturday, October 11, 2025 at The Sacramento Zoo (3930 West Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95822) from 1 to 4:30 PM for Northern California graduates.

Make their graduation memorable. Your sponsorship can allow you and members of your team to attend and meet the graduates, which is especially meaningful for them if you're their contractor. Plus, you can meet WECA instructors and staff, other member contractors, and electrical industry supporters as well.

Your sponsorship will be recognized at both graduation events!

Please consider the sponsorship opportunities available at the link, and thank you for your support of electrical and low voltage education!

Sincerely,

The WECA Graduation Team

Reserve your sponsorship package

Complimentary for WECA Members and Their Employees; All Others $75
   

Join WECA Industry Partner Vertical Design Services on August 6, 2025 at 12 PM PST for a 'BIM 101' webinar.

BIM 101: What is BIM and how do you use it on projects? BIM coordination is becoming a standard deliverable on more projects. You need not only the team to execute the BIM work, but to also understand why it's important and helpful. This webinar will also teach you how to get your team on board with BIM and how to leverage BIM to make your projects more efficient and profitable.

Register today to join us online on August 6th for this educational webinar.

Tickets are complimentary for WECA Member Contractors and their employees. Expert webinars from our Industry Partners are a WECA Member Benefit.

All others $75/ticket.

Register for "Lunch and Learn Webinar: BIM 101" here!

Support WECA Graduates by Sponsoring Their Graduation Events
   

Dear WECA Member Contractors, Industry Partners, and Industry Supporters,

WECA is proud to announce the WECA California Graduating Classes of 2025!

These Commercial Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Low Voltage Apprentices, as well as Electrician Trainees in our GetWired Electrician Trainee Certificate program, have successfully completed their education with WECA!

Help us honor their achievement with your sponsorship of their graduation event(s) on:

- Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Temecula Creek Inn (44501 Rainbow Canyon Road, Temecula, CA 92592) from 4:00 to 7:30 PM for Southern California graduates.

- Saturday, October 11, 2025 at The Sacramento Zoo (3930 West Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95822) from 1 to 4:30 PM for Northern California graduates.

Make their graduation memorable. Your sponsorship can allow you and members of your team to attend and meet the graduates--especially meaningful for them if you're their contractor. Plus, you can meet WECA instructors and staff, other member contractors, and electrical industry supporters as well.

Your sponsorship will be recognized at both graduation events!

Please consider the sponsorship opportunities available at the link, and thank you for your support of electrical and low voltage education!

Sincerely,

The WECA Graduation Team

Reserve your sponsorship package

Watch WECA Arizona Outreach and Workforce Development Specialist Heath Anderson Discuss WECA Apprenticeship Opportunities and WECA's Participation in Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs' BuildItAZ Initiative on Arizona & Me Program
   

This past weekend, WECA Arizona Outreach and Workforce Development Specialist Heath Anderson was a guest on the Arizona & Me program; a weekly public affairs program that examines issues and topics relevant to the state of Arizona, its people, and its communities.

Heath was invited to interview along with Carlos Contreras, the Director of the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity.

During the interview, they discussed Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs' BuildItAZ initiative, which aims to double the amount of apprenticeship opportunities provided in Arizona, and the opportunities that the building trades and apprenticeship offer Arizona workers.

Watch the interview

Encourage Your Journey Workers to Get Some Useful Continuing Ed Hours These Next Two Saturdays with Basic Motor Controls Part 1 in Sacramento or Part 2 in San Diego
   

Continuing Education for California Electricians:

Enroll in Basic Motor Controls, Part 1. Next class July 12th and 19th in Sacramento/Rancho Cordova

Enroll in Basic Motor Controls, Part 2. Next class July 12th and 19th in San Diego

Generac Power Systems, Inc., which was founded in 1959, is a pioneer in the home standby generator category and is a global leader in energy technology solutions. From its headquarters in Wisconsin, Generac designs, engineers, and manufactures a broad portfolio of power generation and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and industrial markets. For over six decades, Generac has remained committed to innovation, reliability, and supporting professionals who keep the power on, no matter the conditions.

Generac offers a full spectrum of power solutions, from portable generators and home standby units to commercial and industrial backup systems, automatic transfer switches, energy storage, and load management tools. Their product portfolio also includes cutting-edge clean energy solutions, remote monitoring platforms, and tools like FieldPro® that simplify installation and maintenance for electrical professionals. Generac supports the full lifecycle of power, from installation to service, with robust training, technical resources, and industry-leading support.

Generac describes its key differentiators as product innovation, installer-first design, and unmatched support infrastructure. Their solutions are built with contractors in mind, streamlining installation and minimizing callbacks through smart diagnostics and intuitive tools. They also offer a nationwide training network, 24/7 technical support, and a comprehensive dealer and contractor program that equips electrical professionals with marketing resources, co-op funding, and potential rebates. Their legacy, scale, and focus on supporting the trades help Generac strive to be a trusted partner, rather than just a product provider.

WECA Member Contractors interested in partnering with Generac gain access to a high-demand, high-margin product category with strong consumer awareness and robust manufacturer support. Generac provides technical training led by licensed Master Electricians with real-world installation experience, offered both in-person and online as 4-hour training blocks on product installation and NFPA code standards.

In addition to hands-on education, WECA Member Contractors can also tap into Generac’s Technical Applications Team for guidance on best installation practices, product application, and troubleshooting. Whether WECA Member Contractors are entering the generator market or expanding their portfolios, Generac offers practical tools, training, and support to help them grow.

Generac partnered with WECA because of their shared mission to elevate the electrical trade through education and apprenticeship. As tradespeople themselves, Generac’s Technical Applications Team is staffed by licensed Master Electricians who believe strongly in preparing the next generation. Generac views this partnership not just as a strategic opportunity, but as a professional responsibility; equipping tomorrow’s electricians with the knowledge and confidence to safely and successfully install modern power solutions.

Generac is looking forward to supporting WECA Member Contractors with technical and installation training at reduced or no cost, delivered either onsite at WECA facilities or virtually. These sessions are led by their licensed Master Electricians and are designed to ensure contractors can install Generac products with confidence and code compliance. WECA Member Contractors are encouraged to use Generac’s technical resources and staff Master Electricians as trusted support for product selection and NFPA code-related questions.

If WECA Member Contractors are interested in business opportunities or product alignment, they may contact Generac via the following representatives:

 

Regional Development Manager, Phil Matheus

(916) 539-5095

Phil.Matheus@generac.com

 

Technical Applications Manager/Master Electrician, Ned Johns

(916) 871-2650

Ned.Johns@generac.com

Confirmed Mission, Vision, and Association Objectives for Next Phase of Growth




















 

WECA's recent strategic leadership event brought together members of our Boards of Directors, Trustees, and senior staff to align around shared priorities and strengthen the organization’s forward momentum. The collaborative sessions, which included a mixture of formal, facilitator-led planning exercises and idea-sparking social events, laid a strong foundation for growth, innovation, and impact.

Through a tailored SWOT analysis, the group discussed the challenges and opportunities involved in maintaining the rapid growth and expansion the association has enjoyed in recent years.

The meeting resulted in three forward-looking objectives: strengthening WECA's organizational foundation, expanding into new markets, and increasing political engagement and influence.

All in attendance reaffirmed WECA’s role as a contractor-driven association and leader in the electrical and low voltage industries, and refreshed the association's vision and mission:

Vision

WECA is the premier contractor-driven organization dedicated to advancing electrical and low voltage workforce development and merit shop advocacy in the United States.

Mission

WECA’s commitment to the highest standards supports all electrical and low voltage contractors and workers across the United States. We focus on innovation in workforce development, education, and contractor business services. Through strong political advocacy, we champion free-market growth and merit-based competition throughout the industry.

We look forward to continuing to work with all of you to advance WECA's mission while staying grounded in the strengths that have made the association and it's member contractors leaders in our industry.

 

WECA’s new Industry Partner, Vertical Design Services, has over 35 years of combined experience in the electrical industry. With over a billion dollars of commercial projects completed, Vertical Design Services has the expertise to help WECA Member Contractors with their electrical engineering needs—with over 70 completed arc flash studies and fully-modeled BIM, multi-family, healthcare, K-12 and manufacturing projects and beyond under their toolbelts.

Vertical Design Services provides the following services:

·        Arc flash, coordination, and short circuit studies

·        BIM coordination and design services

·        Lighting, lighting controls, power distribution, fire alarm, and low voltage construction documents

·        Fire alarm permit drawings, including battery calculations

Vertical Design Services’ focus is electrical contractors and design-build projects. Rather than the traditional design-bid-build model, Vertical Design Services partners with electrical contractors and their vendor partners to choose materials and equipment that fit the budgets, projects, and timelines they are looking to achieve.

In Vertical Design Services, WECA Member Contractors can find an engineering partner for their projects. Benefits include direct servicing and a simplified proposal process that eliminates the wait for a set of drawings and bids. This can keep clients happy and extends the services that WECA Member Contractors can provide.

Vertical Design Services is excited to partner with WECA because they are an electrical engineering firm that focuses on electrical contractors. Vertical Design Services is here to be a partner to electrical contractors, whether through BIM education, BIM design and coordination, arc flash studies, electrical power, lighting, or fire alarm or low voltage drawings.

WECA Member Contractors interested in partnering with Vertical Design Services can expect pricing and proposals that are custom to their projects, quick turnaround for proposals and designs, and a partner who answers the phones and returns their calls.

If WECA Member Contractors are interested in partnering with Vertical Design Services, they may contact Dillon Mitchell, Director of Engineering, at dmitchell@verticaldesignservices.com or at (541) 661-5503.

Content Courtesy of CA DIR - Public Works


 

Content courtesy of CA DIR - Public Works

This is to notify interested parties that enforcement has now resumed for the contractor registration requirements as well as the requirements for the submission of electronic certified payroll records (eCPRs) using the DIR’s online system.  

Contractors will not be required to retroactively submit eCPRs nor will they be required to retroactively register for the period of time that the stay of enforcement was in effect, which was from 6/22/2024 through 6/22/2025.

As a reminder, the early registration and renewal sign up is now open! 

You can now register or renew your Public Works Contractor Registration for the next fiscal year, which starts July 1, 2025. Click the link here to sign up a new user account and get started. 

Registration and log-in access are located at the top right corner of the webpage. https://services.dir.ca.gov/gsp.     

For more information - please refer to the user guides, user videos, and live PW System Workshops below to aid you in utilizing the system.

(1) User PDF guide linked here - https://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/Guides/User-Sign-Up-Link-Registration-Guide.pdf

2) User video guide linked here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ugi6EknOHYI

3) eCPR user guide linked here - https://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/Guides/PW-System-GUIDE-2-eCPR-user-guide.pdf

4) eCPR user video guide linked here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Or9ReHe9djw

5) PW live workshops linked here - https://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/SupportCenter.html

Content Courtesy of Contractors State License Board



Read the California Licensed Contractor Newsletter - Spring 2025 here.

 

Dear WECA Member Contractors, Industry Partners, and Supporters,

WECA is proud to announce the Utah Graduating Class of 2025!

Our Commercial Electrical Apprentices in the Class of 2025 have successfully completed their education with WECA.

Help us honor their achievement with your sponsorship of their graduation event on:

Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 4:00 to 7:30 PM

DoubleTree by Hilton Salt Lake City Airport

Help us make their graduation memorable--your sponsorship can allow you and members of your team to attend the graduation event, which is especially meaningful for grads if you're their contractor. Plus, you can meet WECA instructors and staff, other member contractors, and electrical industry supporters as well. Sponsorship packages at different levels may include tickets to attend the graduation, ads in the graduation program, recognition of your sponsorship during the ceremony, mention of your support on our website, in our newsletters, and over social media.   

Please consider the sponsorship opportunities at the link below, and thank you for your support of electrical training, apprenticeship, and workforce development for Utah!

Sincerely,

The WECA Graduation Team

Reserve your sponsorship package

WECA's 2025 Commencement Ceremonies for our Northern and Southern California graduating Apprenticeship and Electrician Trainee Program Classes of 2025 will be held on the above dates! Watch your inboxes for more details on sponsorship opportunities as these events draw closer. We look forward to celebrating the hard work and accomplishments of our graduates!