Degraaf Systems Inc

06/16/2026

Today we're celebrating Asher Smith on his 1-Year Anniversary with DeGraaf Systems! In just one year, Asher has made an incredible impact on our team. As an Electrical Apprentice, he consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to excellence that sets him apart. Earlier this year, Asher was recognized as our 1st Quarter Employee of the Quarter, a well-deserved honor that reflects the dedication, positive attitude, and initiative he brings to work every day. He is always willing to go above and beyond, whether that's helping a teammate, tackling a new challenge, or doing whatever it takes to get the job done right. Beyond his work, Asher's strong faith, integrity, and character shine through in everything he does. He is a remarkable young man and a valued member of the DeGraaf family. Thank you, Asher, for all of your hard work and for the example you set each day. We are grateful to have you on our team and look forward to many more years of success ahead! Congratulations on your first year with DeGraaf Systems!

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

🎉 Happy 2-Year Anniversary (Again!), Steve Hudson! 🎉

Today we are celebrating Steve Hudson and his second anniversary since returning to DeGraaf Systems! Steve originally joined our team in May of 2017 and, after spending some time pursuing other opportunities, we were thrilled to welcome him back two years ago. Altogether, Steve has been part of the DeGraaf family for more than nine years, and we couldn't be more grateful. As one of our Electrical Superintendents, Steve plays a vital role in the success of countless projects. His knowledge, leadership, flexibility, and willingness to step in wherever needed make him an incredible asset to our team. No matter the challenge, Steve approaches it with professionalism and a commitment to getting the job done right. Outside of work, Steve is an accomplished pool player who has even competed in the APA World Pool Championships in Las Vegas. He is the proud father of Kiley and Bryston, adopted dad to Juan and John, and grandfather to five wonderful grandchildren. Perhaps one of Steve's greatest qualities is his heart for mentoring others. Over the years, he has become a father figure to many young men entering the electrical trade, investing in them both professionally and personally. His impact reaches far beyond the jobsite, and the lives he has helped shape are a testament to the kind of man he is. Thank you, Steve, for your dedication, leadership, and the example you set every day. We are proud to have you as part of the DeGraaf family and look forward to many more years ahead!

06/04/2026

Today we are proud to celebrate Will Smith and his 4-year anniversary with DeGraaf Systems! Will serves as the Superintendent over the P282 Flight Simulator Project at NAS Whiting Field and brings more than 20 years of electrical industry experience to our team. His leadership, knowledge, dedication, and commitment to excellence have played a significant role in the success of our projects and our company. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Will is a devoted husband to his wife, Kirsten, and a proud father to his daughter, Taylor. The same integrity, work ethic, and dedication he brings to his family are evident in everything he does at DeGraaf Systems. Will is truly an asset to our team, and we are grateful for the contributions he has made over the past four years. Thank you for your hard work, leadership, and commitment to our customers and team. Please join us in congratulating Will on this milestone anniversary!

05/22/2026

Today we’re celebrating Chris Dean on his 1 year anniversary with DeGraaf Systems!

From the moment Chris walked through our doors, he has been an incredible asset to our team. As an Electrical Superintendent currently overseeing one of our projects at Hurlburt Field, Chris leads with knowledge, professionalism, and the kind of work ethic that earns the respect of everyone around him. His crew respects him, his leadership speaks for itself, and his dedication to getting the job done right never goes unnoticed. Outside of work, Chris is a devoted husband to Olivia and a proud dad to Brooke, Major, Emilynn, and Sophie. Family is clearly at the heart of everything he does, and we are thankful to have someone with his character and leadership as part of the DeGraaf Systems family. Thank you for all of your hard work this past year, Chris! We appreciate everything you bring to the team and look forward to many more years ahead.

05/21/2026

Happy 1 Year Anniversary to Marshal Connell! 🎉

Over the past year, Marshal has become such a valuable asset to the DeGraaf Systems team. As a Superintendent currently managing a project at Eglin AFB, he consistently goes above and beyond wherever he is needed. His hard work, leadership, dependability, and willingness to jump in and help do not go unnoticed, and we greatly appreciate everything he does for our company. Outside of work, Marshal is also an amazing dad to Bubba, Heartlee, and Xoee, and it’s clear that the same dedication he brings to work carries over into his family life as well. We are thankful to have you as part of the DeGraaf family and look forward to many more years ahead. Congratulations on your first year with us, Marshal!

05/19/2026

Today we are celebrating Shawn Wasielewski and his 7 year anniversary with DeGraaf Systems! 🎉

As our Communications Manager, Shawn has been an incredible asset to our team. With over 10 years of experience in communications work, he brings knowledge, leadership, technical skill, and attention to detail to every project he oversees. His dedication to quality work and supporting his team plays a huge role in the continued success of our communications division. Beyond the job site, Shawn is a proud dad to Ashton and Tyler and spends much of his time coaching baseball. A true reflection of the leadership, teamwork, and commitment he brings both professionally and personally. We are thankful for the last 7 years and appreciate everything Shawn does for DeGraaf Systems, our team, and our customers each day. Congratulations, Shawn!

05/19/2026

Happy 9 Year Anniversary to Chris McKeon! 🎉🔥

Chris celebrated 9 years with DeGraaf Systems last month as our NICET III Fire Alarm Technician, although getting him to slow down long enough for a picture is a job all by itself! 😂 If you know Chris, you know he keeps everyone laughing and constantly keeps us on our toes. Between service calls, inspections, troubleshooting, and taking care of customers, he is always on the move and always willing to jump in wherever needed. Over the last 9 years, Chris has become such an important part of the DeGraaf family. His hard work, dedication, knowledge, and humor make a difference every single day. We appreciate everything you do, Chris, and we are thankful to have you on our team. Congratulations on 9 years!

05/01/2026

As this week comes to a close, we’re feeling especially grateful for the opportunity to attend the Apprenticeship Appreciation Dinner at Locklin Technical College last night.

Investing in apprentices isn’t just part of what we do at DeGraaf Systems—it’s part of who we are. These hardworking men and women represent the future of our industry, and we are proud to support their growth, their training, and their commitment to building strong careers right here in our community.

To our apprentices: thank you for showing up, working hard, asking questions, and pushing yourselves to learn something new every day. Your dedication makes a difference, and we are honored to be part of your journey. 💙

We also want to thank Locklin Technical College for their partnership and for the incredible role they play in preparing the next generation of skilled professionals. Opportunities like these strengthen our workforce and our community.

Here’s to the future you’re building, one skill, one project, and one achievement at a time.