Electricians and Staff | American Electrical Contracting
Leadership
David Yencarelli
President/CEO
David Yencarelli became the President and CEO American Electrical Contracting in 2023. He is responsible for all operations essential to the growth and sustainability of our company. Originally from Tampa, David attended the University of South Florida and graduated from Erwin Technical College, before relocating to Jacksonville. Since entering the […]
Billy Frick
Founder, ret.
Billy Frick is the founder of American Electrical Contracting. He entered the industry in 1974 and retired in 2023. He holds many certifications, including a Master Electrician License and Florida Electrical Contractors License. Billy started American Electrical Contracting on Christmas Day, in 2000 after having held major leadership positions at […]
Residential and Commercial Service
PJ Platt
Project Manager
PJ Platt has been in the electrical industry since 2014, and joined the American Electrical team in 2023. PJ has a strong background in healthcare construction and building codes, working on many projects throughout the southeast such as Baptist Health Pensacola, FL, Children’s Hospital Jackson, MS, and others. Before joining […]
Michael Bartmess
Safety and Personnel Manager
Michael Bartmess has been in the electrical industry since 2008, and joined the American Electrical team in 2019. Michael has experience with multiple electrical environments and has served as superintendent on many projects. He began as a foreman with American Electrical, working his way to master electrician and now serves […]
Rod Blakney
Operations Support Manager
Rod Blakney previously served as Service Manager at American Electrical Contracting, and took on the Role of Operations Support Manager in 2021. He first started his career as an electrician in the U.S. Navy, and then went into the field in construction and maintenance. Since then, he has gained experience in […]
James Rowland
Service Manager
James Rowland is Service Manager at American Electrical Contracting. He has been in the industry for nearly 25 years and joined our team in 2021. James is a Master Electrician, OSHA 30 certified, Build Rite certified, and graduated a 5 year apprenticeship. In his free time, James enjoys general aviation […]
Ryan Piersall
Project Manager
Ryan Piersall is a Project Manager at American Electrical Contracting. He started in the industry in 2005 working with commercial and residential lighting. Ryan served in a variety of roles including installer, crew leader, project manager, sales and business development. In his free time, Ryan enjoys hiking and has hiked […]
Justin Collins
Project Manager
Justin Collins is a Project Manager at American Electrical Contracting. He started in the industry in 1999 and has been with our company since 2003 working as a project foreman before moving into a Project Manager role. Justin currently spends most of his workday overseeing generator projects for residential and […]
Ryan Johnson
Estimator and Project Manager
In 2003, Ryan Johnson began his career in our industry right here at American Electrical Contracting. After graduating from high school and taking some college courses, Ryan decided to go to trade school and become an electrician. He is currently an Estimator/Project Manager in our Residential Services Department. He holds […]
Brian Moore
Estimator and Project Manager
Brian Moore is an Estimator and Project Manager for American Electrical Contracting. He entered the trade in 1994 and holds many certification including a Master Electrician License, Wire Systems Installer, and OSHA-10. After graduating from high school, he served in the US Army. Brian is a Gulf War veteran, and […]
Management and Administration
Stacey Ramirez
Controller
Stacey Ramirez entered the electrical industry in 2023 with American Electrical in the accounting department. Before joining our team, Stacey earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Accounting and gained experience as assistant controller, senior accountant and account manager. In her free time, Stacey enjoys bowling, the beach, time […]
Rick Stroud
Academy Lead Instructor
Rick Stroud is a lead instructor at the American Electrical Contracting Academy. He has been in the electrical field since 1982. Rick has experience as a journeyman, foreman and business owner. In his free time, Rick enjoys doing anything outdoors. He can be found fishing, woodworking or cooking.
Carol McAlpine
HR Manager
Carol McAlpine is the HR Manager for American Electrical Contracting. Carol joined the team in 2013 and brings a wealth of HR experience including PHR certification, FMLA certification and more than 15 years of overseeing staff. Outside of work, Carol is passionate about helping animals and loves her flower garden.
Freddie Bailey
Warehouse Manager
Freddie Bailey is the Warehouse Manager for American Electrical Contracting. He received his Journeyman Card in 1992 and joined our team in 2015 to oversee warehouse operations. Prior to joining our company, Freddie was the Warehouse Manager for Capri Industrial. A Jacksonville resident, Freddie went to Bishop Kenny and enjoys […]
Commercial Construction
Erik Fleiner
Project Manager
Erik Fleiner is a project manager at American Electrical Contracting. He has been in the industry 2008, and joined our team in 2022. Erik received his Associates Degree and Electrical Journeyman’s Card. In his free time, Erik loves to travel, as well as surfing and photography.
Keith Christensen
Senior Project Manager
Keith Christensen is a Senior Project Manager in the General Contractors and Builders Department. He started his career in 1988 working for various local electrical contractors before joining the American Electrical team in 2017. Keith has his Florida Electrical Contractors License, and OSHA-30. Keith’s knowledge and experience working on large […]
Jeff Kravats
Field Project Manager
Jeff Kravats works as a Field Project Manager for American Electrical Contracting. He entered the industry in 1983 and joined American Electrical Contracting in 2003. He became a Master Electrician in 2004 and holds an OSHA-30 certification. Jeff has worked on many major projects including the FedEx Ground in Jacksonville, ING […]
Property and Facility Management
Wayne Saunders
Fleet Manager
Wayne Saunders is a Fleet Manager at American Electrical Contracting. He started in the industry as a fleet manager in 2008, and joined the American Electrical team in 2022. Wayne is a Navy Veteran, and in his free time, enjoys the beach, learning about history, and classic cars.