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Colby Smith, McElroy Electric warehouse associate, celebrates 30 years with McElroy Electric on January 30, 2025.

Team Colby Smith: 30 Years of Helpful Assistance

January 30, 2025

Colby Smith, McElroy Electric warehouse associate, has great knowledge of the parts and materials we stock and deliver to our electricians.“Colby has been with McElroy Electric for 30 years. That’s longer than any other current employee, and his experience shows,” said President Chris Faulk. “He has tremendous knowledge of the parts and materials in our warehouse, and he’s always willing to help. He makes sure our guys in the field get what they need when they need it.” McElroy Electric is pleased and proud to honor Colby Smith as he celebrates three decades of being an important member of our electrical team.

Starting in 1995

Colby’s father, Dean Smith, an electrical tradesman, worked for McElroy Electric as a warehouse purchaser from 1994 until he retired in 2013. Colby joined him at McElroy Electric in 1995 to help with the warehouse. “Originally, I focused on delivering parts and materials to job sites,” Colby said. “Then I expanded into taking and filling orders, purchasing what the field electricians needed while continuing to make deliveries. Dad had a group of employees who counted on him for help, and I supported a group of my own. I really enjoyed learning the electrical trade and getting the guys what they needed to do their work.”


Colby Smith, McElroy Electric warehouse associate, makes sure our electricians in the field get what they want when they need it.Different Every Day

McElroy Electric is much bigger and faster-paced today than when Colby started, but he still enjoys his work as much, or more. “It’s something different every day. I like getting things done with a smile, even in emergencies,” Colby said. “Sometimes I need to re-route my day because someone in the field needs key parts as quickly as I can get there. I stay focused with a positive attitude, and work hard to meet the immediate need.”


Free Time

Colby is a life-long resident of Silver Lake, Kansas. In his free time, he enjoys mountain biking and golf. “I like to ride the River Trail in north Lawrence,” Colby said. “When I get the chance to golf, I play with my dad and a group of friends.”


Rewarding Work

“My work with McElroy Electric is very rewarding. I like being on my feet in the warehouse, taking care of things, and making deliveries,” Colby said. We’re glad that Colby has built himself a valuable niche with McElroy Electric – one that he is uniquely experienced to fill. Thank you, Colby, for 30 years of helpful assistance to the McElroy Electric team. We look forward to many more years with you!
 

 
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