Lighting up your life is what Jim Burkin does best. As the Sole Properietor of Burkin Electric, Jim handles all of your Residential, Commercial, Light Industrial and Remodeling needs. He believes in doing all the work by himself in order to provide the best customer service and a quality project. He brings a wealth of experience to every job. Jim has devoted his 35-year career to the electrical industry working in a variety of venues that make him a highly skilled electrician.
Jim served in a National Electrical Apprenticeship Program through the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He served 2 years in the Residential Program and 4 years in the Commercial and Industrial Program in Denver, Co., Local Union 68. After he completed the programs, Jim moved to California and worked several years running major sub division track homes, custom homes and multi-family dwelling units. Jim also has experience working on large commercial and industrial projects. In 1991, Jim received his contractors license and started Burkin Electric. When Jim began his business, he restored electricity to many homes in the Oakland Hills for several local contractors and continues to do work for them .