IEC Texas Gulf Coast

⚡Let's Give Back Together! 🥫
Our Safety Committee is hosting a Food Drive for the Fairhaven Food Bank, sponsored by Enterprise Electrical!

📅 June 16 – July 15
📍 Multiple drop off locations
Got a few extra cans or pantry items? Bring them by - every little bit helps!

Stop in, donate, and help us support local families in need! 💙

🎉 Join Us for Graduation! 🎉

The IEC TX Gulf Coast Graduation Ceremony is almost here! Join us on June 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Bayou City Event Center as we celebrate our students and their outstanding accomplishments.

We look forward to celebrating with you! ⚡

⚡ Take a moment to check out Channel 2's overview of our 2026 Annual Wire-Off Competition!

Our apprentices showcased their skills, precision, and dedication as they competed in this exciting event, highlighting the next generation of electrical professionals. We are incredibly proud of all the participants and grateful for everyone who helped make this event a success.

A special thank you to our vendors, showcase participants, instructors, staff, and volunteers for your support, hard work, and commitment to developing the future workforce. Your contributions helped make this year's competition an unforgettable experience.

Thank you to Channel 2 for featuring this incredible event and helping us shine a spotlight on the skilled trades industry!

⚡ Powering Houston’s future: Electrical apprentices showcase skills at annual Wire-Off Competition ⚡ As hurricane season approaches, Houstonians are reminded just how important skilled electrical workers are to keeping homes, businesses, hospitals, and entire communities powered. On Wednesday, May 27, some of the region’s most promising future electricians put their training to the test during th...

Please join us in congratulating the winners of our Annual Wire-Off Competition!⚡

We are incredibly proud of all of our students for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to their craft. The talent, skill, professionalism, and determination displayed throughout the competition were truly impressive. Congratulations to all participants on a job well done!

4th Year Winners
1st Place: Justin R. Miller – Assurance Electric
2nd Place: James L. Grant – Boyer, Inc.
3rd Place: Klint R. Estay II – Colwell Electric

3rd Year Winners
1st Place: Marcus K. Reichardt – OGH Services
2nd Place: Oscar Medina Hernandez - Westpoint Electric
3rd Place: Adam Li – Pieper

2nd Year Winners
1st Place: Bradley McDonald – LECS
2nd Place: Zechariah Filer – Pieper
3rd Place: Jeremy Rhodes – Absolute Testing

1st Year Winners
1st Place: Adam Payne – Forner Electrical Services
2nd Place: Blanca Cerin - Elite Power
3rd Place: Robert J. Baker Jr. - LECS

We are also excited to announce that Justin R. Miller with Assurance Electric and Marcus K. Reichardt with OGH Services will be representing IEC Texas Gulf Coast at the SPARK in Columbus, OH from October 21–24, 2026. We wish them the best of luck as they compete and showcase the exceptional talent of our chapter on the national stage!

Thank you to all of our students, instructors, employers, sponsors, vendors, judges, and supporters who helped make this event a success.

We are proud of each and every one of our students and look forward to seeing your continued growth and success in the electrical industry.

Congratulations again to our winners!

Our annual Wire-Off Competition was a tremendous success, and we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and supported our students throughout this exciting event.

A special thank you goes out to our sponsors, associates, contractors, instructors, and staff whose dedication, generosity, and hard work helped make this competition possible. Your support continues to provide valuable opportunities for our students to develop their skills and showcase their talents.

We would also like to recognize our sponsors:

Title Sponsor: Milwaukee Tool

Merch Sponsors: Bullard, ABB, DelMar, Fuse Staffing & Milwaukee Tool

VIP Sponsors: LECS, MSF Electric, Elliott Electric Supply, Enterprise Electrical, Ferguson & CED

Wire-Off Sponsors: Graves Winlectric, Par3 Electric, Enterprise Electrical

Raffle Donators: ASD Lighting, Milwaukee Tool & DeWalt

Food Vendor: Crawford Electric Supply

Thank you for your continued partnership and investment in the next generation of skilled trades professionals. Your commitment to our students and programs is greatly appreciated, and we are proud to have you as part of our community.

Our Annual Wire-Off Competition is TOMORROW, May 27!

Students: Attendance is mandatory, so please make sure you are there by 4:00 PM.

Competitors:

* 1st–3rd Year Competitors: Please arrive by 1:45 PM
* 4th Year Competitors: Please arrive by 11:45 AM

Vendors: You may begin setting up at 10:00 AM. If you have any questions, please reach out to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

Please note: Our office will be closed for applications all day tomorrow, May 27.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and dedication will never be forgotten.

We also take this time to recognize and remember the brave first responders who lost their lives in the line of duty while serving and protecting their communities. Their courage, selflessness, and commitment to others will always be remembered and deeply appreciated.

As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day and to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms and safety.

From all of us at IEC Texas Gulf Coast, we extend our deepest gratitude and remembrance to all heroes who have given their lives in service to others.

Happy Receptionist Day to our very own Melody Flores! ⚡

Thank you for all that you do for the IEC Texas Gulf Coast team and for keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Your hard work, positivity, and dedication to the electrical trade industry do not go unnoticed. We appreciate you today and every day! 💙

⚡ Office Closure Notice ⚡

Due to an event, our office will be closing today, May 12th at 3:30 PM.

🔌 Students: Evening classes are still ON as scheduled tonight!

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. Stay safe and have a great day! ⚡

Happy National Skilled Trades Day! ⚡🔧

Today, we celebrate the hardworking electricians and skilled trades professionals who keep our communities powered, safe, and moving forward every day. Your dedication, craftsmanship, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed.

Thank you to all of the apprentices, contractors, instructors, and members of IEC Texas Gulf Coast for continuing to build the future of the electrical industry one job at a time.

Here’s to the skilled hands that power the world — Happy National Skilled Trades Day from IEC Texas Gulf Coast!⚡