Thompson Electric, Inc. is a full-service electrical contracting company that started in 1977 by father and son and has grown to be one of the largest electrical contractors in Ohio. We offer electrical contracting and emergency services for commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, highway lighting, traffic signalization, temperature control, substation, transmission, distribution and projects of all sizes.
Our employees are extensively trained and committed to safety. All of our employees receive four to five years of training from the Electrical Training Alliance (ETA), a world-class program that’s approved by the Federal Department of Labor (DOL).
With every job we deliver the finest service and expertise, always prioritizing TEI’s core values of professionalism, integrity, safety and productivity. We’re able to tackle any project with our spacious facility, fully-stocked warehouse and large fleet of fully-equipped vehicles. Our competitively-priced electrical contracting services include:
- Substations
- Distribution and transmission lines (overhead & underground)
- Highway lighting and traffic controls
- Site Lighting
- SWPP
- Residential/Commercial/Industrial
- Industrial/Institutional
- Specialty systems required by building departments and codes
Partnerships with Top
Industry Associations
Our mission is to meet and exceed each customer’s needs by providing the highest level of electrical contracting and emergency service available. We stay current on all industry standards and regulations through our association memberships.

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) represents approximately 725,000 members who work in a wide variety of fields, including utilities, construction, telecommunications, broadcasting, manufacturing, railroads and government. The IBEW has members in both the United States and Canada and stands out among the American unions in the AFL-CIO because it is among the largest and has members in so many skilled occupations.

The National Electrical Contractor's Association
The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) has provided over a century of service to the $130 billion electrical construction industry that brings power, light, and communication technology to buildings and communities across the United States. NECA's national and 119 local chapters advance the industry through advocacy, education, research and standards development.

Electrical Training Alliance
All Thompson Electric, Inc. apprentices are trained by the Electrical Training Alliance (ETA). The finest electrical workers in the country receive their training through this department of labor (DOL) registered program. It is a model education partnership between IBEW and NECA that produces the best trained, most up-to-date electrical workers in the country. The ETA is privately funded and spends approximately $100 million dollars annually on training.
The TEI Difference
Jobs at TEI
Candidates for TEI must first complete an apprenticeship offered by our industry associations.
Our Locations
Our three locations boast state-of-the-art complexes, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve.
Training Center
Employees receive industry-leading education in our 1,500 square foot training facility.
Caring for Communities
We value the communities where we live and work, so giving back is a high priority.
