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May 28, 2021

CONTRACTOR SPOTLIGHT: Black Bear Electric, Inc. Work Hard. Play Hard.

About…

Tom Hogan, president of Black Bear Electric, Inc.,  believes in the phrase, “Work Hard…Play Hard.”  He’s played ice hockey since he was a kid and still plays it today as an adult. Perhaps that’s why his words of wisdom are such. It’s well known that ice hockey is one of the toughest sports in the world. 

Tom and his team at Black Bear Electric, Inc. (BBE) apply the “Work Hard…Play Hard” motto in their work every day, and when he’s not spending time with his wife and two kids, he coaches ice hockey in his spare time.  The hockey analogy is ingrained in BBE’s large residential and commercial projects.  

Having obtained his master’s license in Massachusetts when he was just 22 years old, Tom worked as a foreman and service technician for several years. In 1996, he moved to Colorado, working for Riviera Electric, Encompass Electric, and Encore Electric. With more than 30 years of experience in the electrical field, his commitment to high standards, clean and efficient work sites, and friendly, reliable customer service is evident in the work and team he’s assembled at BBE.  

Specializing in Electrical Service, GSA, Repairs & New Installations

Founded in 2010, Black Bear Electric, Inc. has been repairing, installing, and protecting electrical systems for Aurora, CO property owners for many years. From Coors Field to single-family homes, no project is too big or too small for BBE. Thanks to their full array of certifications and training, BBE safely handles any situation and ensures excellence, safety, and longevity. Whether it’s time to rewire an old house or troubleshoot a circuit in your business, they’ll get the work done right the first time and fully up to NEC codes.

How Has IECRM Been Instrumental in the Work of BBE?

“We are brand new to the IEC-Rocky Mountain Chapter.” Says Tom. “Education and continuing education are very important to us. The IECRM apprenticeship programs are invaluable and give our young apprentices the special edge over everyone else who enters the business to become a licensed journeyman’s electrician.”

Strongest Work Habits…

“We are always striving to provide a great customer experience with emphasis on quality and presentation,” he says. “We also treat all of our employees as family and don’t believe that anyone is just a number.”

Words of Inspiration and Wisdom…

“Like we say above, work hard, play hard,” says Tom. “Remember, the greater the risk, the greater the reward!”

 

IECRM Self-Pay Tuition Policy

 

Self-pay students who are employed with a member company must register and pay through the member company using the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process in order to qualify for member rates.

Self-pay students that are employed with a member company but that do not register and pay through the member will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who are employed with a member company and require a payment plan will not qualify for the member rate and will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who do not work for a member company will continue to be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


To maximize association/membership benefits, ALL member companies are encouraged to register and pay for all enrolled apprentices utilizing internal payment arrangements and processes between employer and employee.


We value our IECRM members and apprentice community. We encourage all apprentices to be enrolled in the four-year apprenticeship program, earning, and learning their way toward Journeyworker licensure. We encourage all members to utilize the member discount for tuition, books and applicable fees to ensure the long-term support and success of the next-generation electrician.


(Payment Plans are available, please reference the Self Pay Payment Plan Policy.)


Self-Pay Payment Plan Policy


We offer the following arrangements for students that are unable to pay in full at the time of registration.


● Self-pay students will be charged the non-member rate.
● A 50% down payment of total semester tuition, books and applicable fees are due at registration.
● Remaining balance can be divided up to 3 additional monthly payments ($10.00 processing fee applies on each installment)
● All payments that are declined will incur a $20.00 NSF fee.

 

We encourage all students who are employed with a member company to work with their employer to register and pay through the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process. This will ensure the student is paying the lowest possible rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.