Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Electrical Solutions
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 expertise in electrical systems, solar solutions, and low-voltage communications. Our team of over 125 professionals prioritizes safety, innovation, and client collaboration, delivering tailored solutions for industrial, commercial, healthcare, and government projects.With three regional offices and a reputation for tackling complex projects, we emphasize continuous training, sustainable practices, and long-term client relationships. Our commitment to quality is reflected in industry awards, a robust safety program, and partnerships like SiteGen Solar and PEC Communications, ensuring comprehensive service offerings.
Services
Electrical Design & Construction
Specialty Electrical Services
Commercial Solar Solutions
PEC Communications
Maintenance & Safety Programs
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of electrical construction expertise in industrial and commercial sectors.
- Our fourth-generation family ownership ensures personalized, client-focused service.
- We maintain one of the safest electrical contracting records nationally.
- We provide comprehensive solutions through sister companies SiteGen Solar and PEC Communications.
- Our teams serve Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois with three strategically located offices.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Electrical Contractors (NECA) Safety Excellence Award
- Master Builders of Iowa Safety Recognition
What people say
Expertise in complex projects
Commitment to safety
Reliable solar solutions
Industry recognition
Long-term partnerships
Services
Electrical Design & Construction
Paulson Electric delivers end-to-end electrical design and construction for industrial, healthcare, and commercial facilities. Our process includes pre-construction planning, prefabrication, and safety-focused execution. Clients benefit from scalable teams and expertise in complex electrical distribution systems.
Commercial Solar Solutions
Through SiteGen Solar, we provide turnkey commercial solar projects including financial analysis, site assessment, and maintenance. Our solutions reduce energy costs and promote sustainability with 25-year ROI guarantees for Midwest businesses.
PEC Communications
PEC Communications specializes in low-voltage infrastructure including data networks, security systems, and life safety installations. Our BICSI-certified team designs and installs tailored connectivity solutions for healthcare, industrial, and commercial clients across the Midwest.
Specialty Electrical Services
We offer niche electrical solutions like arc flash studies, LED retrofits, and mission-critical power systems. Our experts analyze client needs to deliver cost-effective upgrades, preventative maintenance, and compliance with standards like NFPA 70B.
Safety Programs
Our comprehensive safety program includes EMR reduction strategies, on-site training, and hazard mitigation. Recognized as one of the nation's safest electrical contractors, we maintain low incident rates through proactive safety director oversight and continuous improvement initiatives.
People
Tyler Olson
CEO
Tyler Olson leads Paulson Electric's strategic growth as CEO, leveraging decades of electrical industry experience. He oversees operations across three Midwest offices while maintaining the company's fourth-generation family values of integrity and client focus.
Ethan Domke
President
Ethan Domke directs daily operations as President, ensuring project excellence and client satisfaction. With deep roots in electrical contracting, he champions innovation in solar solutions and specialty electrical services for industrial clients.
Mark Groth
Safety Director
Mark Groth heads Paulson Electric's award-winning safety program. His leadership has maintained industry-low incident rates through rigorous training, hazard analysis, and collaboration with field teams across the Midwest.
Andy Genthe
General Manager-Dubuque
Andy Genthe manages Dubuque operations, focusing on client relationships and project execution. With extensive electrical construction experience, he ensures seamless delivery of complex commercial and industrial projects in eastern Iowa.
Matt Litzenberg
PEC Communications Manager
Matt Litzenberg leads PEC Communications, specializing in low-voltage systems design. He oversees data, security, and life safety installations, ensuring technically sound solutions for healthcare and commercial clients across the Midwest.
Questions
Does Paulson Electric handle residential projects?
We focus on commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential projects in the Midwest.
What regions does Paulson Electric serve?
We primarily serve Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois from offices in Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Waterloo.
Can Paulson Electric manage large-scale solar installations?
Yes, through sister company SiteGen Solar, we deliver commercial and utility-scale solar projects.
Is Paulson Electric certified for safety standards?
We maintain industry-leading safety certifications and have received NECA Safety Excellence Awards.
What industries does Paulson Electric specialize in?
We serve healthcare, industrial manufacturing, government, education, and commercial sectors.
