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OUR JOURNEY

2005

HOBBY ELECTRIC INC. IS FOUNDED

In 2005, Rick Hobby started Hobby Electric, a small business with just one truck. As the sole operator of the business, Rick utilized his skills and expertise to provide quality electrical services to his customers. However, he knew that he needed to expand the business in order to reach more customers and grow his enterprise.

2008

A BIG STEP FORWARD.

In 2008, Hobby Electric had grown enough to hire a team of four employees and move into a new office. To manage the business more efficiently, they invested in estimating software which helped to streamline the bidding process and increase accuracy. With this new software and more employees, Hobby Electric was able to take on more jobs and expand its services.

Meet The Team

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Rick Hobby
Owner

Rick Hobby is the owner of Hobby Electric, a successful electrical contracting company with over 25 years of experience in commercial and industrial projects. As a passionate master electrician,  He is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Hobby Electric's employees,  Rick's commitment to excellence has earned him numerous awards and recognition in the industry, 

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Chad Fite
General Superintendent

Chad Fite is the general superintendent for Hobby Electric, where he oversees all job superintendents and ensures that the company's standards are met. With 35 years of commercial and industrial experience as a master electrician and having owned Fite Electric from 2001-2010, Chad brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. However, Chad's passion lies not only in the electric industry but also in making a difference in the lives of Hobby Electric's employees. He challenges them to become better people and electricians, seeing the electrical industry as a gateway to achieving that goal.

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Shawne Vaden
Project Manager

As the Project manager, I'm responsible for creating a strategic roadmap that guides our company's growth and success. I also work hard to remove obstacles that might prevent our team from achieving their goals. But most importantly, I'm dedicated to establishing a culture of support and collaboration at Hobby Electric. I believe that all teammates should have access to the resources they need to succeed, whether it's technical support, training opportunities, or simply a friendly ear to listen. So if you're passionate about your hobbies and looking for a company that shares that passion, come join us at Hobby Electric! 

Thomas Hughes
Service Manager
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Lee Hardwick   
Panel Shop Manager
Dustin Burks
Estimator/Project Manager

As an electrical estimator and project manager with over 10 years of experience in the industry. I have a passion for creating innovative and cost-effective solutions for complex electrical projects. With my expertise in project management and attention to detail, I ensure that every project I work on is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. I'm excited to continue my career in electrical estimation and project management and am always looking for new challenges to tackle.

Services

What We Do

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