Onni-Rye buys Brea electrical contractor Pacific Industrial Electric

Onni-Rye Holdings has acquired Pacific Industrial Electric, bringing the Brea-based contractor into a platform that serves industrial, data center and emergency electrical customers across California and Arizona. The deal keeps the same team in place while expanding Onni-Rye’s reach in high-voltage and 24/7 response work.

Why it matters: - The acquisition expands Onni-Rye Holdings’ electrical services platform in California and Arizona. - Pacific Industrial Electric adds high-voltage, data center and 24/7 emergency response capabilities. - The deal combines long-running industrial expertise with Onni-Rye’s buy-and-grow strategy for contractors.

What happened: - Onni-Rye Holdings acquired Pacific Industrial Electric, a Brea, California electrical contractor founded in 1971. - Pacific Industrial Electric operates throughout California and is also licensed in Arizona. - John Martin and Chris Michalski will lead Pacific Industrial Electric. - The company remains at 230 N. Orange Avenue, Brea, CA 92821.

The details: - Pacific Industrial Electric provides power plant installations, high and medium voltage systems, industrial and conveyor power systems, renewable energy and energy storage, commercial tenant improvements, medical office buildings, data centers, preventative maintenance and 24-hour emergency response. - The contractor also provides rental equipment up to 15kV. - Onni-Rye said customers should expect the same team, the same electrical services and the same 24-hour emergency response. - John Martin and Chris Michalski said the new ownership gives the team backing to keep growing and take on more work for customers. - Chris Golden of Onni-Rye Holdings said Pacific Industrial Electric’s medium voltage and emergency response capabilities strengthen delivery for clients.

Between the lines: - The acquisition fits Onni-Rye Holdings’ strategy of acquiring and growing electrical contractors and manufacturers. - Pacific Industrial Electric brings a long operating history in industrial and commercial work, which can help broaden Onni-Rye’s footprint with customers that need complex electrical infrastructure. - The emphasis on “nothing changes for customers” signals continuity is part of the transition plan.

What's next: - Pacific Industrial Electric is expected to continue serving customers under the same leadership team. - The combined platform will likely focus on scaling higher-value work in industrial, utility, data center and emergency response markets. - Onni-Rye Holdings now adds Pacific Industrial Electric to a portfolio that includes Rye Electric and Oilfield Electric.

The bottom line: - Onni-Rye Holdings is using Pacific Industrial Electric to deepen its reach in specialized electrical services without disrupting the customer base.