At Barts Electric, we talk a lot about teamwork, culture, and building a place where electricians are proud to work. Sometimes, those values show up in unexpected ways—like an “instant choir” that came together in the middle of the workday.

This blog article goes behind the scenes of that video and explains why something as simple as singing together matters in a national electrical construction contractor like Barts Electric—and what it means for current electricians and people thinking about becoming electricians.

How the Instant Choir Started

A little over a month and a half after joining Barts Electric, team member Todd Call had an idea.

He came up and said something along the lines of:
“You guys should do an instant choir.”

The response was immediate and positive:
“Man, that’s a great idea, Todd. How would you want to do it?”

Todd’s plan was simple and spontaneous:

“Let’s just ring the bell and get everybody to come out in the lobby and start singing.”

And that’s exactly what happened.

Without weeks of preparation or formal rehearsal, a group of employees stepped out of their normal roles, gathered in the lobby, and started singing together:

“Let earth receive the King…
…of angels.
Sing, all…”

The familiar lines from a classic carol turned an ordinary moment into something memorable—people from different roles, projects, and backgrounds coming together to do something completely outside the usual daily routine of electrical construction.

Why This Matters at an Electrical Contractor

You might wonder what an instant choir has to do with electrical work.

For Barts Electric—a national electrical construction contractor—the answer is: quite a lot.

Electrical construction is demanding work. It requires:

• Coordination and communication between apprentices, journeymen, foremen, and project managers
• Trust and teamwork on jobsites where safety and quality are non-negotiable
• A strong culture that keeps people engaged and proud of the work they do

Moments like the instant choir reinforce what Barts Electric stands for:

• Community – People are more than just their job titles. They’re part of a team and a company family.
• Initiative – A new hire had an idea, spoke up, and leadership said yes.
• Supportive environment – It’s the kind of place where stepping forward with a creative idea is encouraged, not shut down.

This kind of culture carries over directly to the field and the jobsite. When coworkers can come together to sing in a lobby, they can definitely come together to coordinate complex electrical installations, solve problems, and help each other grow in their careers.

For Electricians and Future Electricians

This video and story are especially for:

• Electricians looking for a company that values more than just billable hours
• People who want to become electricians and are wondering what kind of environment they might be stepping into

At Barts Electric, you won’t just be another number on a payroll. You’ll be part of a national electrical construction contractor that:

• Works on meaningful commercial and industrial projects
• Invests in training and development
• Encourages ideas from every level of the team
• Builds a culture where people are comfortable enough to step out, ring a bell, and sing together

If you’re considering a career in the electrical trade, culture is just as important as pay and benefits. You’ll spend a lot of hours with your crew and your company. The right environment can make the difference between a job and a long-term career.

Always Hiring: Apprentices and Journeymen

Because Barts Electric is growing as a national electrical construction contractor, we are always hiring:

• New Electrical Apprentices

  • No prior electrical experience required for entry-level roles
  • On-the-job training and exposure to real projects
  • A path to becoming a licensed journeyman

• Experienced Journeymen Electricians

  • Opportunities to lead crews and mentor apprentices
  • Work on a variety of projects across different regions
  • Be part of a team that values your experience and input

If you saw the video and thought, “That looks like a place where I’d fit in,” you’re exactly the kind of person Barts Electric wants to talk to.

More Than a Jobsite

In the end, the instant choir was more than just a song in the lobby. It was a snapshot of what life at Barts Electric feels like:

• People taking initiative
• Leadership saying yes to good ideas
• Coworkers willing to step out of their comfort zones together
• A workplace where community and connection matter

For electricians and future electricians, that’s the kind of environment where skills grow faster, careers last longer, and work feels more meaningful.

If you’re interested in joining Barts Electric as an apprentice or journeyman, keep an eye out for opportunities—you’re exactly who this message is for.