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Staff Additions – Chris Simonds & Wendy Butler

Schaeffer  Electric recently welcomed two new additions to our office staff.

Chris Simonds was hired in the Service Department as an estimator and project manager.   Chris will be ‘on the streets’ working with customers in both the residential and commercial markets and has worked in the industry for over 10 years.  He is looking forward to working with our team and will be happy to assist you with your electrical needs.  His direct phone is (314) 565-2482.

Wendy Butler also has a wealth of experience in the electrical industry and will be working with our administrative staff in both the commercial wiring and communications areas.  She will be assisting Laura Hoeing with job costing, invoicing and customer service.  Welcome Wendy.

Robert (Bob) J. Schaeffer

We were saddened to receive the news last week of the passing of Bob Schaeffer on May 4.  Bob was the 4th oldest of the 17 Schaeffer children born to Carl and Eulalia Schaeffer.  After serving in the US Navy during the Korean War, Bob joined the family company in 1955 and worked as an electrician, estimator and Service Department  Manager before retiring in 1992.  He was also a co-owner of the Company from 1969-1988.  Bob was very dedicated to the success of Schaeffer Electric and would often stop by after his retirement just to make sure that things were running smoothly.  Quick with a smile and a laugh, Bob will be missed.

Somers Joins Schaeffer Electric as Project Manager and Estimator

Lonnie Somers has joined Schaeffer Electric Co., Inc. as project managerLonnie Somers and estimator in the Low Voltage Division. Making the announcement was Daniel G. Schaeffer, chief executive officer of Schaeffer Electric.

With more than 15 years of experience in voice/data, life safety and other low voltage systems, Somers will oversee projects from start-up through completion, with responsibility for project and materials planning, technical reviews, crew management and estimating.

Somers received his training in aviation electronics from the U.S. Navy.

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President’s Message

Wow!  Has this year flown by!

As I begin my second year as President, I am thankful for so much and wanted to share a few thoughts as Schaeffer Electric continues to move forward.

We are now already two months in to our Fiscal Year 2013, and we’re off to a great start. Shortly, Schaeffer will begin work on a ‘spin cell’ which balances high speed turbines – one of only a few in the world. It’s unique to say the least, and we look forward to working with MD&A and Tarlton in building the facility. Vital projects for Mercy, Webster University, Elantas and others are ongoing.

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Laura’s Surgery

All the employees at Schaeffer Electric are thankful for a successful knee surgery for Laura Hoeing yesterday.  She will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers for a quick and painless recovery. We can’t wait to have you back Laura!

Schaeffer Electric Co., Inc. Promotes Chettle to President

Photo of Timothy J. Chettle, President of Schaeffer Electric

Schaeffer Electric Co., Inc. has promoted Timothy J. Chettle to president. Making the announcement was Daniel G. Schaeffer, immediate past president of the firm. Schaeffer now serves as chief executive officer and oversees business development.

In his new position, Chettle manages all day-to-day business operations.

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