Caldwell Electrical Contractors

08/06/2026

08/04/2026

We recently celebrated the ribbon cutting of Caldwell Electrical Contractors' new headquarters!

Over the past year, We've had the privilege of sharing this journey—from breaking ground and raising the walls to moving into a facility built for the future. This building represents more than growth; it's a commitment to our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve.

A sincere thank you to everyone who helped make this milestone possible. We're excited for what the future holds!

Come visit us at:
📍2500 James Simpson Blvd.
Gainesville, GA 30507

06/15/2026

🔦 Employee Spotlight: Ivan Rodriguez

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Ivan Rodriguez, who has been a valued member of the Caldwell team since July 2022.

💼 Ivan began his journey at Caldwell in the warehouse and has since grown into roles within our Panel Shop and Service Department. Prior to joining Caldwell, he spent a year and a half working in Quality Control at Cargill. Today, Ivan plays an important role in building control panels and supporting projects from concept to completion.

🌟 Ivan takes great pride in the panels he builds and is grateful for the opportunity to continue learning and growing every day. He enjoys taking a project from a set of prints to a finished panel, knowing it has been built cleanly, safely, and to specification. He also enjoys the problem-solving aspect of the work and collaborating with his team to ensure every project comes together the right way.

🎉 Outside of work, Ivan enjoys spending time with his family, trying new restaurants, and exploring parks they have never visited before. Whether it's discovering a new favorite meal or enjoying a walk outdoors, he values making memories with the people closest to him.

💬 “You don’t get what you wish for; you get what you work for.”

Ivan's quote reflects the mindset he brings to work each day—putting in the effort, continuing to learn, and taking pride in a job well done.

05/27/2026

🔦 Employee Spotlight: Woodrow Watkins

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Woodrow Watkins, who brings 11 years of experience in the electrical industry, including the last 6 years as part of the Caldwell team.

💼 Throughout his career, Woodrow has worked across commercial and industrial electrical projects with experience ranging from field installation and construction to project planning, estimating, and project management. Before entering the electrical industry, he proudly served 4 years in the United States Navy, where he developed the discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills that continue to shape his work today.

🌟 What Woodrow enjoys most about the electrical industry is that no two projects are ever the same. While the core principles stay consistent, every customer, facility, and job site brings new challenges and opportunities to learn. He values the constant problem-solving aspect of the work and the chance to continue improving with every project.

🎉 Outside of work, Woodrow enjoys spending time outdoors, especially fishing and anything that gets him outside. He also enjoys playing guitar and spending quality time with his family—whether that’s taking his son to Tae Kwon Do classes, going fishing, or finding new adventures together. Recently, they enjoyed a family trip to the botanical gardens and spent the day exploring together.

💬 “Failing to plan is planning to fail.”
Woodrow believes preparation and planning create opportunities for success in work, family, and life. Even when things don’t go exactly as planned, having a strong foundation gives you something to build and adapt from.

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the heroes who gave everything for our freedom. Their sacrifice allows us the opportunity to live, work, and build a better future every day.

We remember. We honor. We thank them. 🇺🇸

— The Team at Caldwell Electric

05/05/2026

🔦 Employee Spotlight: Brandon Burnett

From the shop floor to running the job—Brandon Burnett has put in the work every step of the way since joining CEC in July 2020.

💼 Starting as a helper in the shop, Brandon moved into the field and worked his way up to electrician. Today, he serves as a foreman—leading crews, keeping jobs on track, and making sure the work gets done right the first time.

🌟 Brandon takes pride in doing quality work and being someone his crew can count on, no matter the situation. He values being part of a team that pushes each other to improve, supports one another, and shows up ready to get the job done every day. For him, every project is another opportunity to learn, grow, and get better.

🎉 When he’s off the clock, Brandon enjoys working on projects at home, camping with friends and family, and spending time hunting.

💬 “Work hard in silence, let success be your noise.”

04/27/2026

🔦 Employee Spotlight: Jennifer Schade

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Jennifer, our Accounts Receivable & “Most Things Administrative” guru, and a trusted go-to problem solver since 2018.

💼 Jennifer keeps Accounts Receivable running smoothly while supporting teams across the company and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. She even serves as our in-house notary. Her work has a direct impact—helping keep operations moving and supporting our team and their families.

🌟 With a career that began before digital systems were the norm, Jennifer has grown alongside the workplace—from paper processes to modern accounting systems—while staying focused on one constant: helping people and making their work lives easier. She’s known for finding solutions, building relationships, and being someone the team can always rely on.

🎉 Outside of work, Jennifer has been married to her husband Jeff for nearly 30 years and is a proud mom of three, with a future son-in-law joining the family next June. Originally from West Virginia, she’s called Georgia home since 1996. Whether it’s camping, boating, cruising, or anything outdoors, she’s always ready for the next adventure with family and friends.

💬 “I find purpose in being needed. Ultimately, I just want my presence to mean something.”

04/20/2026

🔦 Employee Spotlight: Shawn Watson

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Shawn Watson, our Electrical Controls Designer who joined the team in August 2025.

💼 Shawn brings over 30 years of experience in automation and manufacturing. His career has taken him through industry leaders like Motoman and Tesla, as well as complex sectors like food processing. Today, he plays a key role in designing and supporting control systems that keep our projects running efficiently and effectively.

🌟 For Shawn, the most rewarding part of his career hasn’t been the technology—it’s been the people. He values the opportunity to work alongside talented teams and believes it’s the people around him who truly make this industry so fulfilling.

🎉 Outside of work, Shawn is a proud family man who enjoys spending time with his wife, four children, and six grandchildren. When he’s not with family, you’ll likely find him sailing, playing the drums, or woodworking—hobbies that keep him active, creative, and balanced.

💬 “My greatest joy is my family—they’re my biggest motivation and the reason I strive to do my best work. I’ve been fortunate to work with incredible people throughout my career, and that’s what makes this work so rewarding.”

04/13/2026

This week we are shining the spotlight on Jacob Farmer, one of our Apprentices who joined the team in August 2023.

💼 As an Apprentice, Jacob is responsible for performing the installation of various electrical equipment and assist in the planning of daily and future tasks on the job site. Jacob stated, “I am currently assisting in the installation of electrical equipment for new fans in Phase 3 of the Wayne Farm Live Haul Shed rebuild. We just recently completed Phase 2 of the shed, installing power to 72 fans from a new electrical room and Phase 3 will consist of installing equipment to power 72 more fans in this phase.”

🌟 A recent proud moment for Jacob was taking lead of the installation of high voltage power to 27 new water source units at Lambert High School and flawlessly completing the tasks without any delays or without a foreman having to supervise each step of the process.

🎉 What free time he has, he enjoys teaching himself the sport of golf. Jacob recently moved to a home where he has the space to woodwork, raise farm animals and garden.

💬 Jacob stated, “What I enjoy most about being part of the team is the constant ability to gain knowledge that will help me towards my goals in this career. I feel like every day I am able to learn something new and test my knowledge on and off the job.”

👋 Join us in celebrating Jacob Farmer and thanking him for everything he does!!