Built on Trust. Defined by Capability. Powered by People.
Since 1938, Baker Electric has delivered high-performance electrical construction and energy solutions for some of the most demanding environments in California and beyond. What began in 1938 as a small family-run operation has evolved into a multi-trade, employee-owned company operating at the leading edge of the electrical construction industry.
Today, Baker Electric is known not just for where we came from, but for what we are capable of delivering. Large-scale, complex projects. Integrated energy and infrastructure solutions. A workforce that brings experience, innovation, and accountability to every jobsite.
ONE BAKER. ONE STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE.
National Leader in Large-Scale Electrical Construction & Energy Solutions
ONE BAKER
A Unified, Capability-Driven Partner
Baker Electric has grown into a multi-disciplinary electrical construction and energy solutions provider through a deliberate focus on integration. Our One Baker approach brings together specialized operational groups under a single, coordinated strategy. The result is a one-stop partner capable of delivering comprehensive electrical solutions across markets and project types.
We serve clients in commercial, education, healthcare, military, hospitality, gaming, transportation, and energy infrastructure. General contractors, developers, and building owners choose Baker Electric for our ability to plan, execute, and deliver complex projects with confidence.
How We Work
Strategic Planning. Disciplined Execution. Predictable Results.
Every Baker Electric project begins with thoughtful preparation. We collaborate early, plan thoroughly, and execute with precision. From preconstruction and estimating to prefabrication, manpower planning, logistics, and safety, our teams work from a shared roadmap designed to reduce risk and improve outcomes.
By integrating expertise across our operational groups, we streamline coordination, control costs, and maintain quality from start to finish. This disciplined approach allows us to deliver projects that perform as designed and stand the test of time.
PROUD TO BE UNION AFFILIATED
Access to Highly Skilled and Trained Professionals
As a union contractor, we draw from a nearly unlimited pool of highly trained and skilled field professionals. Their expertise drives efficiency and productivity, reducing field hours and enabling us to provide competitive pricing. This workforce, combined with our employee ownership culture, ensures every project is completed with care, skill, and accountability.
Our People. Our Standard.
Since 1938, Baker Electric has relied on the leadership of 4 generations of the Baker family. Our expertise in electric contracting has been carefully honed over those years and we’re proud of the trust our customers have placed in the company. We’re keenly aware of the importance of treating our customers and Baker colleagues with respect and integrity while following through on our commitments. It’s what we call The Baker Way.
OUR LEADERSHIP
A data-driven, results-focused Business Partner with extensive experience in manufacturing and construction. Provided HR support for multi-state and international operations. Known for strategic HR leadership and organizational development, Yin Li consistently achieves long-term goals and drives high-performance cultures. With a collaborative approach and strong stakeholder management, Yin Li supports business objectives and delivers impactful results.
Ted is the fourth-generation of Bakers who since 1938, have provided company leadership. In 2000, Ted succeeded his father Kent in the role of president and CEO and is responsible for all Baker Electric and Baker Electric Home Energy company operations. He oversees a broad spectrum of multi-million dollar private, public works contracts and directs the development of new market opportunities.
Brian and his team of progressive IT professionals lead the IT strategy and delivery to support our position as the innovation and technology leader in the market. Brian brings more than 25 years of IT leadership experience across a variety of industries, driving digital transformation, and breakthrough business results.
Mike has 32 years of experience in electrical construction supervision and management. With strong design-build construction capabilities, he is able to deliver a project from concept to completion. Mike’s experience contributes to cost-effective solutions by assisting with design resulting in lowering engineering fees. Mike manages a portfolio equating to annual revenue of ~100MM.
With over 30 years in the electrical industry, as Vice President of Estimating, Oscar oversees the Escondido office in a wide range of Military, Industrial, Commercial, Manufacturing, Battery Storage Systems, Education, Hospitality, Multi-Family Residential, and Construction projects in the Design/Build, Design/Assist or hard bid stages.
As Executive Vice President, Scott leads Baker Electric’s commercial and utility-scale solar operations and oversees the company’s safety programs. He is responsible for the growth and performance of the Renewables business, guiding efforts from marketing and sales through bidding, planning, and execution. His leadership in energy storage, microgrids, and energy efficiency solutions has helped position Baker as a leader in renewable energy and performance-driven outcomes.
As Senior Vice President, Keith has been with Baker for more than 34 years. He currently oversees all company capabilities in the areas of conceptual estimating, budgeting as well as managing a broad range of projects requiring design/build, design/assist and competitive bid. Keith’s comprehensive portfolio of work includes commercial, industrial, military, manufacturing, education, cogeneration, multi-family housing, clean room, solar power installations and hospitality/gaming construction projects.
As part of the executive team since 2006, Brian manages the financial and operational vision as CFO of both Baker Electric and Baker Electric Home Energy. Brian provides financial forecasting and reporting, participates in strategic planning, and develops and oversees corporate budgets ensuring growth and profitability. With more than 30 years of experience, he monitors and coordinates the daily operations of Baker’s accounting, finance, and human resources departments and personnel.
As Vice President of Pre-Construction Los Angeles, Joel has been with Baker Electric for six years and in the electrical construction industry for over 30 years. He currently oversees the Los Angeles office Pre-Construction, estimating, budgeting, and design-build efforts. Joel’s portfolio of work includes commercial, industrial, medical, pharmaceutical, data centers, education, multi-family, housing, and high-rise residential and commercial work.
With 30 years of experience in electrical construction, Brian Brown serves as Senior Vice President of Construction at Baker Electric, overseeing projects ranging from service work to complex ground-up builds. His portfolio includes commercial, education, military, hospitality and gaming, solar, and single and multi-family housing. Brian leads with a focus on operational efficiency, best practices, and supporting Project Managers to ensure seamless execution from start to finish.
We call it One Baker. One team. One standard of excellence.
From Legacy to Ownership
Our history is rooted in craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through. Those values remain the foundation of our business, but our growth has been driven by continuous reinvention. As markets, technologies, and client expectations have evolved, so have we.
Baker Electric joins approximately 7,000 ESOPs in the U.S. with roughly 14 million participants."Now a 100 percent employee-owned company, Baker Electric operates with a long-term mindset and a deep sense of ownership at every level. Our teams think like partners, act like owners, and deliver with pride. That ownership culture fuels our momentum and supports the scale, sophistication, and consistency our clients expect.”
Baker Timeline
BAKER TURNS 85
Since 1938, Baker Electric has been a leader in the electrical industry, providing top-quality products and services to our customers. We are proud to have served generations of families and businesses, and we look forward to continuing to do so for many more years to come.Thank you to our loyal customers, dedicated employees, and supportive community for making this milestone possible. Here's to 85 years of excellence and many more to come!
BAKER BECOMES 100% EMPLOYEE OWNED
"I've considered transitioning to an ESOP for the past few years, and I am happy and excited that this day has finally come," said President and CEO Ted Baker. "Our hard-working, dedicated employees are the lifeblood of Baker Electric. We are very excited about implementing this structure and confident that the long-term benefits of this plan will not only enhance our company’s performance capabilities for the benefit of our clients and industry partners, but also bring significant value to our Baker Electric team members.”
BAKER CELEBRATES ITS 80th Anniversary
Celebrating their 80th year in business in 2018, Baker Electric toasted to their longevity by expanding the four generation, family-owned company based in San Diego to the City of Los Angeles. Since 1938, Baker has delivered electrical contracting services to the greater Southern California area with uncompromising quality, innovation and integrity. The exponential growth in the number of projects in the region over the past few years has led Baker to open a new office in Los Angeles to better serve the greater L.A. County market.
LAUNCH OF BAKER ELECTRIC SOLAR
Now Baker Electric Home Energy. With Baker Electric seeing unprecedented growth in the residential solar sector, a demand for solar installations for homes had become a top priority. With so much potential for meeting the renewable energy needs of local homeowners, Baker Electric Home Energy was introduced in 2007.
BAKER BUILDS NEW HEADQUARTERS
In 2006, Baker Electric built a new office and warehouse located in Escondido. The building is close to 30K sq ft and now serves as the company’s Corporate Headquarters.
TED BAKER BECOMES PRESIDENT & CEO
Ted Baker joined Baker Electric as an estimator. Ted grew into his position and learned the ins-and-outs of Baker Electric, Inc. He helped the company save money and continue to grow for years. In 2000, Ted took over as President of Baker, where he remains today.
BAKER JOINS NECA
In 1957,Baker Electric joined the then small group of electrical contractors in the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).
BAKER OBTAINS ELECTRICAL CONTRACTERS LICENCE
In 1956, Baker Electric acquired its Electrical Contracting License. Prior to this time, the laws were loose and a license wasn't required to perform work. One year later, Baker Electric, Inc. joined the then small group of electrical contractors in the National Electrical Contractors Association.
LEROY BAKER ACQUIRES DEITRICH ELECTRIC
LeRoy Baker purchased a local electric company called Dietrich Electric for $4,000. While he did not realize it at the time, LeRoy would soon begin the Baker legacy of excellent customer service and quality workmanship in electrical contracting.
OUR CORE VALUES
