About IEC Dakotas
Our History
IEC Dakotas began in 1947 as the Dakota Electrical Association, formed to standardize and modernize the electrical contracting industry in South Dakota. The association joined the national Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) in the 1980s, and united with North Dakota in the late 1980s — becoming the two-state chapter that serves contractors and apprentices across the Dakotas today.
1947 — Dakota Electrical Association
Founded to standardize and modernize the electrical contracting industry in South Dakota.
1980s — Joining IEC
The association became part of the national Independent Electrical Contractors.
Late 1980s — One chapter, two states
Joined together with North Dakota to serve electrical contractors across both Dakotas.