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December 5, 2023

Independent Electrical Contractors Mobilized the 9NEWS Parade of Lights in Downtown Denver

Holiday party

In 2023, the Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM) stepped up again to make the 9NEWS Parade of Lights in Downtown Denver a sparkling success. This organization, dedicated to workforce development for the electrical and renewable energy industry, showcased its commitment by contributing time, trucks, and talent to this cherished holiday event. Each of the 12 floats in the parade was pulled by an electrical contractor member of the association who volunteered their time to be a part of the magical event. See below for a list of contractors that pulled the floats. Click here to view the photos from the 9NEWS Parade of Lighst and the IECRM Parade of Lights Holiday Party!

By participating in the 9NEWS Parade of Lights, a long-standing holiday tradition for Downtown Denver with hundreds of thousands of spectators, IECRM aims to highlight the creative work of skilled trade workers, promote the many diverse career paths in the electrical and renewable energy industry, and showcase the dedication of its members. Since 2017, IECRM has been an integral part of the parade, initially constructing a new float for the parade after a contest among their students. The Ice Castle float, owned by the Downtown Denver Partnership, has become a staple in the parade, with IECRM consistently sponsoring and representing it yearly. The 9NEWS Parade of Lights will air again on the following dates: 12/9 7-8PM on KTVD, 12/24 3-4PM on KUSA, and 12/25 4:30-5:30AM on KUSA, and the Livestream recording can be viewed anytime visit https://www.youtube.com/live/QSf9RFh4PS0?si=4ycBb_b6LtuO-6mj.

In addition, IECRM hosted an exclusive Parade of Lights Holiday Party for its students and members, along with their families and friends, at a venue located directly on the parade route, inviting them to enjoy appetizers, a holiday dinner feast, festive kids’ activities, hot cocoa, and fresh baked cookies, in a warm modern atmosphere with easy access to the parade. The party featured a special visit from the Ice Castle’s “Apprince” and “Apprincess,” and Santa Claus before they made their appearance in the parade. 

Walking alongside IECRM’s float are volunteers and apprentices currently enrolled in the 4-Year Electrical Apprenticeship Program and are on their way to becoming Colorado’s next generation of electricians. The 40 walkers wore light-up electrical safety gear and engaged with the parade audience, adding to the festive spirit of the occasion.

Beyond the parade’s festivities, IECRM highlighted the electrical trade as a viable career option, emphasizing its earn-while-you-learn model. This approach allows students to work as electrical apprentices full-time during the day and attend class one night a week to meet Colorado’s licensing requirements for both on-the-job and classroom training hours. Electricians are among the highest-paid and most respected out of the skilled trades, and the industry will have a continuous demand for skilled workers for many years.

In addition to training aspiring electricians, IECRM provides top-notch continuing education to licensed electricians in Colorado and other states. For those interested in pursuing a career in the electrical industry or seeking professional development, IECRM is the pathway.

For more information on starting a career as an electrician or advancing within the electrical industry, interested individuals can visit coloradoelectricians.com.


Thank You, Sponsors!

Kids Activities Sponsor
     

Safety Sponsor
https://exceedec.com/


Truck Sponsors
IECRM Members Mobilizing the 9NEW Parade of Lights Floats

https://www.adkelectric.com/https://www.eckstineelectric.com/https://www.encoreelectric.com
https://www.ezevelectric.com/https://ludvikelectric.com/
https://www.namastesolar.com/https://www.prizmelectrical.com/https://www.weifieldcontracting.com/

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.