The History of Hunt Electric
Our story starts in 1965, when Dick Hunt, Ron Harris, and Shelly Stewart founded a small electrical services company called Hunt Electric. Our first home was the old Yoerg Brewery building in St. Paul, Minnesota - where we'd often welcome customers in the decommissioned pump room.
Over the next six decades, Hunt Electric expanded into a full-service design, build, and maintenance firm. Today, you can find us driving groundbreaking work on major projects throughout the Midwest and nationwide.
While our capacity has grown, leadership has transitioned, and our talented workforce has tripled in the last two decades, we’ve worked hard to stay true to our roots.
We might have a little more leg room in our offices now – but you’re still family here.
WE SUCCEED TOGETHER
In 2016, we began the transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and became 100% employee owned in 2021. The Hunt Electric ESOP gives employees ownership interest and a meaningful voice in company directives.
We know everyone brings something to the table, no matter where they're at in their career. That's why we provide ESOP eligibility to our non bargaining unit team members - from entry-level staff to our executive leadership personnel.
1965
Hunt Electric was founded by Dick Hunt, Ron Harris, and Shelly Stewart. Hunt Electric’s original offices were located in the old Yoerg Brewery Building in St. Paul, where customers were frequently welcomed in the old pump room.
1983
Dick Hunt retired as President and Bob Tipler took over. Hunt Electric also relocated to its corporate headquarters to 2300 Territorial Road in St. Paul, MN where it remained until 2015.
2004
Hunt Electric opened a branch office in Rochester, Minnesota. Working exclusively in the Southern Region, we work with the attitude of a small town contractor, but have the resources of our corporate office at our fingertips.
2010
ECSI joined Hunt Electric to offer a variety of low voltage solutions. ECSI is a full service communications contractor specializing in engineering, integration, and support for low voltage systems. Learn more by visiting www.ecsillc.com.
2011
The Power Solutions division was created to provide comprehensive power solutions, including testing, engineering, analysis and maintenance.
2012
Hunt Electric purchased the assets of the APi Electric Company, located in Duluth, MN.
2022
Hunt Electric reimagines brand identity to better reflect core values. The cool blue color scheme represents loyalty, connection, innovation, and expertise we bring to every project. The dynamic elements symbolize how we raise the bar and set the pace.
2023
As a leader in prefabrication, we’ve increased our footprint and expanded our capabilities by opening a new facility in Hudson, WI called Baer Manufacturing.
2023
Hunt Electric purchased Kat Keys locksmith business in St. Paul, MN. The family operated business has been serving our community since 1924. Through a new distribution agreement with Medeco Keys, this brings an added capability to the locksmith solutions we currently offer.
2024
The strategic move of acquiring H & R Electric located in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin allows us to extend our reach in the Wisconsin area.
2024
Hunt Electric acquires AFC Technologies to expand our limited energy service and maintenance division. The collaboration of resources and synergies between both companies will enhance our operations and open new growth prospects by merging with Hunt’s in-house limited energy division, ECSI System Integrators.
2024
Hunt expands presence in the North Dakota region by acquiring Mayer Electric and leveraging their established foothold in North Dakota. The collaboration of resources and synergies between both companies will enhance our operations and open up new growth prospects.
2024
Hunt strengthens presence in southern Minnesota by acquiring Paul's Electric in New Ulm. By combining resources and expertise, we aim to enhance our operations and unlock new growth opportunities for both companies.
Reputation
The reputation of our company starts with the leadership of our management team, and we take that seriously. Each of our managers take an active role throughout each project to ensure success and satisfaction for all parties involved. We pride ourselves on building long-standing relationships not only with our clients, but within our team as well. Our people are our greatest asset.