About Us
B&J Electric was founded on September 1, 1978 by Jerry and Billie Lyda and has grown into one of the largest and most-respected electrical contracting companies in the Mahoning County and surrounding areas.
Throughout B&J Electric's history they have developed a list of satisfied customers who appreciate the quality of work provided and the unparalleled personal service and attention to their projects.
As a licensed, bonded and insured electrical contractor in Mahoning County, B&J Electric's Management Team, Field Electricians and Technicians can provide a wide array of electrical services from new building construction to remodeling and renovation projects. As past president of the IEC Western Reserve Chapter, Jerry continues to use his extensive experience in many arenas, including as a licensed electrical contractor, a licensed state electrical inspector, an active member of the Independent Electrical Contractors, IEC Forum Group #11, past member of the IEC Western Reserve Chapter Apprenticeship Committee, along with a vast list of certifications in his field.
Jerry Lyda, CEO - Jerry and his wife, Billie, are the founders of B&J Electric of Poland, Inc. With more than 30 years of experience in the electrical industry, Jerry is well-known throughout the Mahoning County and surrounding areas for his contracting expertise.
Billie Lyda, President - Billie and her husband, Jerry, are the founders of B&J Electric of Poland, Inc. Billie's input and management skills are paramount to the success of B&J Electric. Overseeing the daily operations of the office, as well as serving as President, Safety Coordinator, and Drug-Free Workplace Coordinator, Billie's contributions are endless. Billie is also actively involved in the IEC Western Reserve Chapter, as well as being actively involved in IEC Forum Group #11.
Billie is also actively involved in the community, including Mahoning County Public Special Olympics.
Shane Wonner, Project Manager/Estimator - Shane joined B&J Electric in 1997 and has more than 10 years of experience in the electrical industry. As a state-certified journeyman electrician, Shane's areas of expertise include permitting, National Electric Code, building code, critical path management, estimating, budget analysis, and job costing. Shane is also Fire Alarm certified, and stays abreast of the industry through continuing education, including code compliance and OSHA-10. Shane is versed in a variety of industry-oriented software applications.
Ron Arter, Project Manager/Estimator - Ron joined B&J Electric in 1995 and has more than 35 years of experience in the electrical industry. Ron is a journeyman electrician and is Fire Alarm certified. He is B&J Electric's thermograph supervisor, motor control specialist, and high-voltage substation consultant. Ron stays abreast of industry changes through continuing education, as well as using a variety of software applications in his project management and estimating functions.
Jenn Parfel, Executive Project Coordinator - Jenn joined B&J Electric in 2000. As a graduate of Youngstown State University with a degree in Business Administration/Human Resources, Jenn is a valuable asset to B&J Electric's management team. Jenn is responsible for processing pay applications, bids and estimates, thermo-imaging reports, as well as materials purchasing, job cost analysis, and budget reporting. She is fluent in a wide array of software applications, as well as pursuing continuing education in industry and workplace safety, and EDGE certifications.