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Southwestern Electrical Contracting

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Southwestern Electrical Contracting ranks #89,674 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$750
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#89,674
of 99,447 penalized employers

Southwestern Electrical Contracting in Alamogordo, NM has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $750. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 8 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Southwestern Electrical Contracting 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #89,674 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $497 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. For comparison, Champion Builders in Kingston, PA is another construction employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
#89,674
of 99,447 penalized employers
$497
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

C 77/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (2.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $497 in back wages owed across 2 WHD cases ($249 per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Southwestern Electrical Contracting runs well below peers (0.11x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$750 Top 10% most affordable more affordable than 90% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Construction employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Southwestern Electrical Contracting.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.77.91522.229.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGIANT CONSTRUCTION C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16TOWNSHIP OF TOMS RIV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 25GTO CONSTRUCTION, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13EG MUNOZ CONSTRUCTIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 28AJ FRAMING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4EGIDIO ROBINSON, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5M&M GENERAL CONSTRUC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5L.L.E. CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14CHELTENHAM CONSTRUCT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2SIERRA CONSTRUCTION,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4MARVIN OMAR MEJIA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5VAN DERHOOF ROOFING …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5W&E FRAMING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7TIMBERWORKS CONSTRUC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6IDEAL MARINE LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11MARTIN CERRITO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6BEST OPTION CONSTRUC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5MASTERS CONSTRUCTION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ROBERT PURDY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14THUNDER RIDGE CONSTR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7Southwestern Electri…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4
Southwestern Electrical Contracting has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 4 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Construction peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Southwestern Electrical Contracting in the Construction enforcement ledger

Construction sector: Southwestern Electrical Contracting is the #29,577 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 33,222 employers with nonzero fines ($750). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Southwestern Electrical Contracting ranks #12,769 among 12,785 Construction employers with WHD recoveries ($497).

Combined federal exposure here: $750 OSHA penalties plus $497 WHD back wages (39.9% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Southwestern Electrical Contracting Compares

Southwestern Electrical Contracting's 2.00 violations per inspection compares to the Construction sector average of 3.3 violations per employer.

Against the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.11x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-07-19

Last Inspection

2010-07-19

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$375

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $375 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$1,200

Current Penalty Amount

$750

Penalty Reduction

37.5%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$1,247

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $450 from the initial assessment of $1,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$497
Employees Affected
8
WHD Violations
8
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$62
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$249

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Southwestern Electrical Contracting owed $497 in back wages to 8 employees across 2 cases and 8 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Southwestern Electrical Contracting compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Southwestern Electrical Contracting Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 4 3.3
Total Penalty $750 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $375 $3,361
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Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Southwestern Electrical Contracting, both outside NM so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($750 here).

Otis Elevator Company $750 CA Closner Construction & Sales, INC. $750 MI Doublejack Electric CO INC $750 MI Ralf Holtkamp Const. $750 UT

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Giant Construction Corporation 2 insp. Barrigada, GU Township of Toms River Department of Public Works 2 insp. Toms River, NJ Gto Construction, INC. 2 insp. Philadelphia, PA Eg Munoz Construction, LLC 2 insp. Newark, NJ

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Showing 5 of 61259 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
Champion Builders
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0 inspections $0
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What to do with this record

Use Southwestern Electrical Contracting's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Southwestern Electrical Contracting against Brexton Construction, LLC, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Southwestern Electrical Contracting's inspection and penalty record is typical for Construction or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Construction sector
  • Southwestern Electrical Contracting also carries $497 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southwestern Electrical Contracting safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Southwestern Electrical Contracting's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Southwestern Electrical Contracting have? ▼
Southwestern Electrical Contracting has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $750.
How many OSHA inspections has Southwestern Electrical Contracting had? ▼
Southwestern Electrical Contracting has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-07-19 and the most recent on 2010-07-19. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Southwestern Electrical Contracting? ▼
Southwestern Electrical Contracting has been assessed $750 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $1,200 (a 37.5% reduction). Additionally, $497 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Southwestern Electrical Contracting have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Southwestern Electrical Contracting has 2 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
Has Southwestern Electrical Contracting been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Southwestern Electrical Contracting, resulting in $497 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Southwestern Electrical Contracting operate in? ▼
Southwestern Electrical Contracting operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238210). This industry has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,354 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Southwestern Electrical Contracting owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Southwestern Electrical Contracting owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $497 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
Where does Southwestern Electrical Contracting rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Southwestern Electrical Contracting ranks #89,674 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does Southwestern Electrical Contracting's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Southwestern Electrical Contracting's total OSHA penalty of $750 is below the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Champion Builders in Kingston, PA is a similar construction employer with $0 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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