Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction & Electrical Contractors in Tulsa
Arnold Electric has delivered expert solutions in electrical contracting, material handling, and general construction across the United States since 1991. Headquartered in Oklahoma, we have built a reputation for reliability, innovation, and excellence in executing complex, large-scale projects. As a Native American-owned business, we hold multiple Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) certifications, qualifying us as a diversity supplier. Our clients include major contractors, government agencies, and Fortune 500 corporations who trust us to deliver results on time and on budget. With electrical contractor licenses in Oklahoma (#55634) and Arkansas (#M-7535), and a bonding capacity of $5 million per project and $10 million aggregate, we are fully equipped to handle high-value contracts in both public and private sectors.Our team of approximately 20 skilled professionals brings over 200 years of collective electrical expertise to every project. We have earned industry recognition, including Subcontractor of the Year and ABC Safety Management STEP Award, for our professionalism and performance. Our commitment to quality, safety, and integrity has made us a trusted partner for hospital construction, secure government facilities, and advanced industrial spaces. We specialize in environments requiring environmental control systems, access control systems, and custom power configurations. With decades of experience in industrial remodeling and facility upgrades, we balance operational demands with precision construction execution.
Services
General Construction
Electrical Contracting
Material Handling
Industrial Remodeling
Commercial Installations
Government Projects
System Integration
Facility Upgrades
Power Configurations
Safety Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 35 years of experience in commercial and industrial electrical contracting
- Native American-owned with SDB, HUBZone, and 8(a) certifications
- $10 million bonding capacity for large-scale projects
- Award-winning safety management and project execution
- Specialized expertise in mission-critical electrical infrastructure
Associations and certifications
- Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Cherokee Nation
- OSHA
- TERO
- NAICS
What people say
Excellent to work with
Team player
Professional and responsive
Creative solutions
Strongly recommended
Services
General Construction
Arnold Electric provides comprehensive general construction services specializing in projects requiring critical electrical infrastructure. Our expertise includes environmental control systems, access control systems, and custom power configurations for hospitals, government facilities, and industrial spaces. With $10 million bonding capacity and decades of experience, we manage complex, integrated construction scopes from pre-bid surveys to final implementation.
Electrical Contracting
As Oklahoma's premier electrical contractor, we deliver sophisticated commercial and industrial electrical solutions. Our capabilities span manufacturing facilities, medical centers, high-voltage systems, and secure government installations. With 35+ years of experience and licenses in Oklahoma (#55634) and Arkansas (#M-7535), we ensure precision installation, maintenance, and upgrades for mission-critical operations in demanding environments.
Material Handling
We design and implement integrated material handling solutions for manufacturing and logistics operations. Our services cover raw material receiving systems, conveyor installations, warehouse optimization, and automation integration. With expertise in industrial parks, distribution centers, and production facilities, we enhance efficiency and scalability while solving operational bottlenecks in material flow processes.
Industrial Remodeling
Our industrial remodeling expertise includes multi-building renovations, in-plant office build-outs, and occupied facility upgrades. We specialize in minimizing operational disruption while modernizing infrastructure for improved productivity. Our team handles complex retrofit projects requiring precise coordination with ongoing production schedules in manufacturing and logistics environments.
Commercial Installations
We provide full-service commercial electrical and construction solutions for retail, office, and institutional buildings. Our capabilities include code-compliant installations, energy-efficient retrofits, and proprietary control systems for banking, gaming, and food service facilities. With a focus on quality and safety, we deliver reliable infrastructure for new constructions and facility modernizations.
People
Dennis Arnold
Founder
Dennis Arnold founded Arnold Electric in 1991 with over two decades of electrical contracting experience. He established the company to raise industry standards for quality assurance and professionalism in electrical work, laying the foundation for its growth into a multi-service construction firm.
James Ryals
President
James Ryals joined Arnold Electric in 1995 as Operations Manager and acquired majority ownership by 2000. Under his leadership, the company expanded into large-scale projects and added general contracting capabilities. He oversees strategic direction while maintaining the company's commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
Questions
What industries does Arnold Electric serve?
We specialize in industrial, commercial, and government projects requiring electrical infrastructure, material handling systems, and general construction expertise. Our clients include manufacturing facilities, healthcare institutions, and Fortune 500 companies.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we are a Native American-owned business with SDB, 8(a), and HUBZone certifications from the Small Business Administration, along with Cherokee Nation certification.
What geographic areas do you service?
While headquartered in Oklahoma, we operate throughout Arkansas, surrounding states, and nationwide for large-scale projects requiring our specialized construction and electrical capabilities.
How do you handle complex project requirements?
Our team combines 35+ years of experience with $10 million bonding capacity to manage technically demanding projects. We specialize in mission-critical electrical systems integration and have successfully completed $180 million+ projects like the BOK Center.
Can you handle emergency repairs?
While we focus on planned construction and maintenance projects, our experienced team can address urgent electrical and system issues through scheduled service agreements rather than 24/7 emergency response.
