Standing Committees
Arbitration
The ECA Arbitration Committee oversees all aspects of the administration of the collective bargaining agreements negotiated between ECA and Local Union #134. Wage rate allocations, grievances, negotiations, work rule changes are under the responsibilities of the Arbitration Committee.
- Richard Jamerson
- Frank Gurtz
- Eric Nixon
- David Witz
- Mark Thomas, Chair
CEA
The Construction Employers Association (CEA) Committee represents the ECA membership in regard to this umbrella group´s activities. The CEA coordinates the Joint Conference Board (JCB) which was created to adjudicate any jurisdictional conflicts in the building industry in the Chicagoland area.
- Richard Jamerson, Chair
- Frank Gurtz
Codes and Standards
The ECA Codes and Standards Committee members monitor activity in the Chicago City Council, City Council Committee on Buildings, Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB) and the City of Chicago Department of Construction and Permits (DCAP) in regard to any proposed changes in the Chicago Electrical Code.
- Steve Diamond - Chair
- Michael Hanek
- Richard Jamerson
- Eric Nixon
- Corbin Riggs
- WC Schult
Communication
The ECA Communication Committee Meets to discuss issues concerning the Communications arena of the electrical contracting industry. The Committee members often discuss various issues, including the status of the National VDV Agreement, the Electric Association Technical Forum, the scope of work in the current Communication Agreement, as well as educational programming for the membership.
- Michael Schwarz, Chair
- Pete Archacki
- Dennis Chmielewski
- Frank Gurtz
- Michael Guzan
- Jay Medlin
- Robert Meegan
- Ron Roeder
- Scott Rowe
- David Runnells
- Tony Vuolo
Diversity Development
The Diversity Development Committee actively promotes diversity in Association membership, as well as diversity of electrical industry workforce.
- Katie Canino - Chair
- Kendra Dinkins
- Karen Johnson
- Eileen Moran
- David Witz
ECA PAC
The ECA PAC consists of individuals who strive to get the word out regarding the need for adequate funding to assist the ECA with political contributions.
James McGlynn, Sr., Chair
William Cullen
William Darnstadt
Steve Diamond
Daniel Durkin, Sr.
Eric Nixon
Kevin O’Shea
Electric Association
The Electric Association (EA) Committee represents the ECA membership in regard to this group´s activities. The EA serves as an interface between various organizations serving the electrical industry.
- Richard Jamerson - Chair
- Dan Fitzgibbons
- Frank Gurtz
- David Hardt
- Stefan Lopata
- Jerry McGlynn
- Kevin O'Shea
- David Witz
Finance
The Finance Committee scrutinizes the Association´s finances by utilizing each Committee member´s talents in analyzing, forecasting and budgeting.
- Richard Jamerson - Chair
- Frank Gurtz
- Eric Nixon
- Kevin O'Shea
- David Witz
Young Professionals
The ECA Future Leaders Committee consists of mid-career executives ready to assume the future leadership positions in their companies as well as in their local and national association. These industry leaders are to work together to ensure not only the continued success of the Association; but, the betterment of the industry.
- Thomas Pedergnana - Chair
- Scott Block
- William Cullen, III
- Luke Fenner
- Mallory Gurtz
- Jeff Weir
Insurance
The ECA Insurance Committee informs Association members on various insurance-related issues such as lien law and types of insurance products available for contractors.
- Kevin O'Shea - Chair
- Frank Gurtz
- William Hartmann
- Gary Misicka
Legislative
The ECA Legislative Committee works on behalf of the membership as liaisons with elected officials and various departments of government. The Committee also works with many groups on behalf of the electrical construction industry on a national, statewide, and local level.
- James McGlynn, Sr. - Chair
- William Cullen
- Steve Diamond
- Daniel Durkin, Sr.
- Frank Gurtz
- Eric Nixon
- Kevin O’Shea
- Corbin Riggs
Membership
The Membership Committee actively pursues new prospects for membership in the Association. The Committee also focuses on the retention of the current membership.
- Richard Jamerson - Chair
- Steve Diamond
- Frank Gurtz
Renewable Energy
The Renewable Energy Committee will collect and distribute information regarding all aspects of this expanding market.
- Kevin O'Shea- Chair
- Justin Gurtz
- Peter Hardt
- Brian Haug
- Corbin Riggs
- Doug Sandner
- John Weir
Research and Education
The Research and Education Committee strives throughout the year to bring to fruition a number of premier business educational programs.
- Kendra Dinkins - Chair
- Katie Canino
- Vince DiFiore
- Tobias Hogan
- Corbin Riggs
Residential
The Residential Committee meets to discuss the parameters of the Residential Agreement, innovations in the residential industry, as well as entry into this area of construction.
- Robert Fimbianti - Chair
- Vincent DiFiore
- Jay Eminger, Jr.
- Larry King
Safety
The Safety Committee meets to discuss various safety-related issues that affect electrical contractors. Meetings can provide an opportunity for members to share concerns regarding safety on the jobsite.
- Jerry McGlynn - Chair
- Anthony Arendas
- Terry Carr
- Tom King
- Kevin O’Shea
- William Pineda
Student
The Student Committee oversees the activity of the NECA Student Chapter at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago.
- Frank Gurtz - Chair
- Michael Block
- Paul Brown
- Vince DiFiore
- Kevin O’Shea
