A 50-person electrical contracting company serving the Denver metro area with comprehensive electrical services.
The Challenge
A growing electrical contractor was missing out on lucrative EV infrastructure opportunities due to lack of specialized expertise.
Mountain West Electric was watching the EV market explode around them. Commercial customers were increasingly requesting EV charging installations, but the company lacked the specialized knowledge and certifications needed to confidently bid on these lucrative projects.
"We were turning away $500K+ projects every month because we didn't have certified EV technicians. Our traditional electricians could handle the basic wiring, but EV charging systems require specialized knowledge that we simply didn't have."
The Solution
ChargeUpTalent's Corporate Cohort program delivered customized, on-site training that integrated seamlessly with existing operations.
Mountain West Electric partnered with ChargeUpTalent to implement a Corporate Cohort program specifically designed for their team. Rather than sending individual employees to external training, ChargeUpTalent brought the comprehensive 12-week program directly to their facility.
🔧 EV Infrastructure Training
Comprehensive training on Level 2 and DC Fast Charging systems for 12 technicians
🛠️ Hands-On Practice
Real-world installations at company facilities and partner locations
🛡️ Safety Certification
OSHA-compliant electrical safety for high-voltage EV systems
🏢 Business Integration
Training customized to existing processes and safety protocols
Implementation
A carefully structured 12-week program minimized operational disruption while maximizing learning outcomes.
Foundation Phase
EV fundamentals, electrical systems, and comprehensive safety protocols
Practical Phase
Hands-on installation techniques and advanced troubleshooting methods
Integration Phase
Final assessments, certification, and business process integration
ChargeUpTalent worked around our schedule and integrated seamlessly with our existing team structure. They didn't just train our people – they helped us build a complete EV installation capability.
Results & Impact
The transformation was immediate and measurable, positioning Mountain West as the regional EV infrastructure leader.
Within 6 months of completing the program, Mountain West Electric had transformed from an EV installation outsider to the region's leading contractor, demonstrating the power of strategic workforce development.
From 0 to 45 EV charging installations per month
Annual revenue from high-value EV projects
Preferred contractor for 3 major retail chains
100% Team Retention
All trained technicians remained with the company
Premium Pricing
25% higher rates for specialized EV work
Market Expansion
New customer segments and geographic reach
Long-Term Impact
Two years later, the transformation continues to drive growth and market leadership.
Mountain West Electric has established itself as the go-to EV infrastructure contractor in the Denver metro area, expanding their team to 65 employees and planning a second ChargeUpTalent cohort to meet growing demand.
50→65 employees in two years
Higher pricing for specialized expertise
Expansion program planned
The partnership with ChargeUpTalent didn't just add a new service line – it transformed our entire business. We went from competing on price for traditional electrical work to being the premium choice for high-value EV installations.