Backup Generators – Elite Power Systems

Kelly Tidwell, President of Elite Electrical is a licensed Master Electrician and Master Gas Fitter in Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C, and West Virginia. Mr. Tidwell is also a licensed Class A Building Contractor that has performed both commercial and residential construction remodeling services and has been recognized as a Certified Remodeler by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.

Kelly is a former Marine that received his initial construction experience working with a private contractor for the U.S. Department of State - Foreign Building Operations by providing construction and electrical services for Embassies and U.S. Government properties abroad. He began his contracting business (Keltid Construction 2000-2005; Elite Electrical 2005-Current) after returning to the US while also obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management with a minor in Accounting. While attending school he worked commercial construction as a general construction superintendent.

Stephanie Richards, Contract Administrator, is responsible for managing contracts, supplier negotiation, negotiating contract terms and conditions. She is responsible for managing the contract database and all associated files. Duties include assisting with contract development, administration, tracking, and analysis, as well as communication of supplier performance and contract compliance. Prepares and distributes reports and statistical data to facilitate planning and maintenance of accurate contract records and files. Coordinates with all levels of management to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations on sourcing strategies, practices and procedures.

Jose Salas, Residential Electrical Services, is a former member of the Chilean Navy where he worked on electronic navigation systems for 8 years. Jose completed his Virginia Tradesman Electrical Apprenticeship Training in 2010 and is received his Journeyman certificate in June 2011.

Dave Matteson, Generator Services, is a former Marine and currently a member of the Marine Active Reserves. While in the Marines he served as a Explosive Ordinate Disposal. Dave also attended Kohler Training and received his certificate as a Certified Kohler Technician in November of 2010.

Elite Power Systems
504 Shaw Road, Suite 203 • Sterling, VA 20166 • 703-339-2800 or 866-406-2222