Ray's Electric, founded in 1961 by Raymond Edward Gruendl, began as a small electrical contracting business in Oakland, California, focusing on new home wiring and repairs. After gaining substantial experience, including supervising the groundbreaking project for BART, the company transitioned back to its original operations, now expanding into service repair and custom home wiring. In 1989, Greg Gruendl took over ownership, leading Ray's Electric to evolve into a significant commercial and engineering electrical contractor. Under his guidance, the company achieved remarkable growth, surpassing $500,000 in revenue by 1991 and exceeding $5 million by 2013.
With offices in Oakland and Stockton, Ray's Electric specializes in public works construction, emphasizing general engineering and electrical solutions. Their project portfolio includes roadway realignment, underground infrastructure, traffic signals, street lighting systems, and emergency vehicle preemption systems, showcasing their capabilities in infrastructure and safety improvements.
In 2022, Ray's Electric implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), reflecting its commitment to employee empowerment and sustaining its legacy. This move ensures that the core values and high standards set by the founder will continue as the business transitions to employee ownership. The leadership team at Ray's Electric carries an impressive 148 years of combined industry experience, poised to mentor the next generation and uphold the company's commitment to excellence.
Ray's Electric is recognized for its dedication to quality and innovation, having received multiple accolades through the Northern California Chapter of NECA for its electrical and technology installations. This continued commitment to excellence positions Ray's Electric not only as a leader in the electrical contracting sector but also as a trusted partner in community development.
