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About Cooper Electric

For over 80 years, Cooper Electric has been the trusted name in electrical contracting across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Our mission: providing customers with the best in Quality, Value, and Service.

A Legacy of Excellence — Four Generations Strong

Cooper Electric has proudly served Greater Cincinnati and the Tri-State area as a locally owned, licensed, and insured electrical contractor since 1944. We are a service-based electrical contractor with specialized divisions serving the unique needs of homeowners, businesses, and industrial facilities.

Our customers expect the Best Quality, Value, and Service — and for eight decades, that's exactly what we've delivered. From simple residential repairs to complex industrial design-build projects, every job receives the same commitment to craftsmanship and code compliance.

All of our electricians complete a Department of Labor-approved 4-year Apprenticeship Program and OSHA Safety Training. Every installation is performed per the National Electrical Code, using UL-listed equipment with torque-tested connections.



80 Years
of Powering
Cincinnati

Eight Decades of Trust

From a one-truck operation in 1944 to Greater Cincinnati's most trusted electrical contractor.

1944

Founded in Cincinnati

Cooper Electric is established as a small, family-owned electrical contractor serving local homeowners and businesses in the Queen City.

1979

Incorporated

Cooper Electric officially incorporates as a corporation in the State of Ohio, establishing the foundation for decades of structured growth.

1981

Greg Hyland Becomes President

Greg Hyland assumes leadership of the company, beginning a new era of growth and professionalization. Under his guidance, the company expands into commercial and industrial markets.

1988

BBB Accreditation

Cooper Electric earns accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a mark of trust it has maintained for over 35 years with an A+ Rating.

2005

Financial Operations Strengthened

Todd Fingerhut, CPA, joins the team and builds a rigorous financial infrastructure — job costing, profitability monitoring, and benefit programs that support the growing workforce of 35+ employees.

2011

National Recognition

Cooper Electric wins the IEC National E-Communications Award for marketing and digital presence, reflecting a commitment to modern, customer-focused communication.

Today

80+ Years & Growing

Now serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with specialized divisions in residential, commercial, industrial, thermography, and CurrentSAFE services — backed by a team of licensed, OSHA-trained electricians.

Leadership & Key Personnel

Meet the experienced professionals behind Cooper Electric's reputation for excellence.

Greg Hyland

Greg Hyland

President

50+ Years Experience · Since 1981

Licensed Master Electrician and State of Ohio Safety Inspector. Leads the company with five decades of hands-on electrical expertise.

OCILB #20022 KY CE16472 IAEI Member
Gil Hyland

Gil Hyland

Business Development

Construction Management, Purdue University

Oversees workforce development, marketing, account management, and customer relations. Level I Certified Thermographer and CurrentSAFE specialist.

OSHA 30 Thermographer IEC Award
Todd Fingerhut

Todd Fingerhut

Accounting Manager / Controller

CPA, State of Ohio · Since 2005

Certified Public Accountant responsible for financial oversight, job costing, profitability monitoring, and employee benefit programs.

CPA Magna Cum Laude
Phil Jonas

Phil Jonas

Project Manager / Estimator

32 Years Experience

Licensed Journeyman Electrician specializing in TVSS surge protection, power factor correction, arc flash analysis, and energy-efficient lighting.

OH EJ030215 KY EE2190 OSHA 30
Ted Wright

Ted Wright

Project Manager / Estimator

30 Years Experience · Since 1989

Licensed Journeyman Electrician and Certified Power Quality Professional. Expert in power quality solutions, distribution systems, and arc flash analysis.

OH EJ030351 CPQ #586 OSHA 30
Chris Flannery

Chris Flannery

Project Manager / Estimator

18 Years Experience

Licensed Journeyman Electrician and Certified Power Quality Professional with fire protection licensing from the State Fire Marshall.

CPQ Certified Fire Protection OSHA 30
Brian Brinker

Brian Brinker

Residential Service Manager

Since 2020

Schedules residential electricians and estimators, handles customer inquiries, and ensures every homeowner receives prompt, professional service from the first phone call.

Residential Customer Service
Mike Wood

Mike Wood

CurrentSAFE Specialist / Manager

19 Years with Cooper Electric

NFPA Certified CurrentSAFE Specialist. Licensed Journeyman Electrician in Ohio and Kentucky with State Fire Marshall Fire Protection License.

OH ET031141 KY EE17717 NFPA Certified
Jason Kelly

Jason Kelly

Cooper Power Services

Certified Level I Thermographer

Specializes in thermographic inspections, NFPA 70E arc flash analysis, breaker rebuilds and testing, and gear cleaning for industrial and commercial clients.

Thermographer NFPA 70E Breaker Testing

Licensed, Certified & Insured

We hold all necessary licenses and certifications to serve Ohio and Kentucky with complete peace of mind.

Ohio OCILB #20022

Electrical Contractor License

Kentucky CE16472

Contractor License

OSHA Safety Trained

30-Hour Training · All Electricians

DOL Apprenticeship

4-Year Approved Program

Work With Cincinnati's Most Experienced Team

80 years of trust. Licensed master electricians. Ready to serve you 24/7.