Our Culture
This is Maxivolt
Developing and nurturing a culture where our team members can thrive both personally and professionally is a high priority at Maxivolt. It’s the people that make the company. Happy and fulfilled individuals deliver results so it’s a win/win for the business and for the people who make up our team.
Some of the key components to our culture are making sure everyone has a voice, are on the same page, and have a clear understanding of what their role is. One way we do this is by having quarterly meetings with the entire team where we review the prior 90 days’ accomplishments then announce the goals for the next 90 days.
Another important aspect of our work culture is ensuring everyone has a comfortable work environment and the best tools and resources available to do their job. We purchased a new facility in 2020 and renovated it with comfort and functionality in mind.
Having fun at work is also important. Mixing in some lightheartedness goes a long way in relieving the stress of meeting our work demands. There is no rule that says handling business can’t be enjoyable. We have quarterly team building events, team lunches, charitable events, season tickets to the local baseball team, and other periodic activities to promote team bonding.
More important than any of these things though is to simply care about the people you work with. Genuine care and concern for our team is the foundation Maxivolt is built on.
Core Values
At the heart of our identity lies the unwavering commitment to being people of principle, dedicated to consistently choosing the path of integrity and doing what’s right. This core value serves as our guiding light, directing our actions and decisions towards ethical and moral grounds. We recognize that true success is not solely measured by outcomes, but by the steadfast adherence to our values, regardless of challenges or temptations that may arise. Embracing this principle fosters an environment of trust and respect, both within our organization and in our interactions with our clients and the community.
Our identity consists of five interwoven core values that define who we are and how we do business. We are caring, driven by a genuine empathy that propels us to understand and support the needs of our clients, our staff and our community. Our curiosity fuels a thirst for knowledge and a relentless pursuit of innovative solutions. We value competence, constantly honing our skills and expertise to exceed expectations and deliver excellence. With unwavering confidence, we approach challenges as opportunities, believing in our capacity to overcome any obstacle. Above all, we are committed, dedicated to our mission, our team, our clients, and the broader community we serve.
These values are a blueprint for how we navigate running a business.
The act of getting up in the morning to feed the cows serves as a powerful metaphor for approaching our daily work with dedication and purpose. Just as the Rancher tends to the needs of the cows, we too must tend to the responsibilities of our profession. The cows depend on our care for sustenance and well-being, mirroring the reliance that colleagues, clients, and projects have on our contributions. Just as the Rancher’s routine creates a rhythm that ensures the health of the herd, our consistent commitment to our tasks establishes a rhythm of productivity and progress. Through rain or shine, the Rancher fulfills this duty, reflecting the consistency and reliability required in our work. Just as the cows’ nourishment yields productive outcomes, our diligent efforts yield success and growth in our endeavors.
Core Focus
Maxivolt is driven by a commitment to making a difference. We believe that every action we take, every product we create, and every decision we make should contribute to a positive affect on our clients and community. By fostering innovation and embracing sustainability, we aim to lead by example in our industry and inspire others to join us in the collective pursuit of meaningful change in how business is conducted.
Transient voltage events, such as surges and spikes, can wreak havoc on sensitive equipment, causing irreparable damage and financial loss. Our niche expertise lies in developing hardened solutions that safeguard against these transient threats, ensuring uninterrupted operations and extending the lifespan of valuable equipment. By meticulously engineering innovative surge protection and transient mitigation technologies, we empower businesses to operate with confidence in the face of unpredictable electrical fluctuations.
Our Promise
You’ll always get to talk to a real person who cares and wants to help when you call Maxivolt.
We provide solutions to existing problems and prevent other problems from ever occurring. We communicate transparently and co-create expectations with our clients.
We set goals and follow-up with our clients to make sure their goals are being met. We provide significant return on investment through various operational and financial benefits.
Walk to End Alzheimer's 2026
8-29-26
Maxivolt team members and family joined in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Amarillo, TX. More than 7 million Americans are living with the disease, with Alzheimer’s killing more patients than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. The walk raises awareness and much-needed funds for research toward a cure.
Team Building on the Track
6-12-26
We had a fantastic team building experience at Amarillo Motorsports Park! Winners are determined by fastest lap:
- Jack Klaus
- James Moellmann
- John Wingate
Volunteering for the Northside Toy Drive
12-13-25
Several of us on the Maxivolt team pitched in at the Northside Toy Drive in December, where over 4000 children received Christmas toys. The Northside Toy Drive began in 2012 as an effort to improve Christmas morning for a few children in Amarillo, Texas, but has grown to be one of our city’s most popular charitable events.
Dove Creek Equine Rescue Team-building
5-2-25
Our team had the opportunity to learn from one of the oldest species on the planet—the horse. Dove Creek Equine Rescue‘s team building exercises helped us learn not only about our individual communication strengths and weaknesses but also how we can better function in our group dynamic.
Earth Day Park Clean Up
4-27-24
We love nature! (You’d be hard pressed to find a corner in our office sans potted plant.) It’s important to us to keep the green spaces in our community thriving. Several of our team members volunteered at a park clean-up hosted by Amarillo Parks & Recreation on Saturday, April 27.
Crafting Candy Grams
1-25-24
Some of our Maxivolt team members spent a few hours creating candy grams at Travis 6th Grade Campus in Amarillo, because every child should know they’re loved.
The Texas Panhandle Better Business Bureau Golf Tournament
9-22-23
Once again our premiere golf team comprised of Cris Wingate, Vice President, Dillon Kizarr, Project Manager, Javier Caro, Senior Project Manager, John Wingate, Senior Project Manager, and Jack Klaus, VP of Business Development, showed their support for our local Panhandle Better Business Bureau by participating in their annual fundraising golf tournament. This tournament helps raise funds for the BBB Student Video contest as well as BBB community services.
We were excited when we learned that one of our Maxivolt teams took 3rd place in the 2nd flight. Fun was had by all and Maxivolt was proud to be a corporate sponsor and help raise funds for an important cause.
Happy Birthday Taylor!
9-15-23
For birthdays we usually just have a cake, put too many candles on it, and sing happy birthday but today was different. We decided to grill some steak bites and have associates bring in side dishes. Dillon, our full-time Project Manager and part-time baker, whipped up a delicious cheesecake for Taylor.
The IEC Texas Panhandle Education Foundation Golf Tournament
8-26-23
Cris Wingate, Vice President, Dillon Kizarr, Project Manager, Javier Caro, Senior Project Manager, and John Wingate, Senior Project Manager showed their support for the IEC Texas Panhandle Education Foundation by participating in their annual fundraising golf tournament.
The IEC Texas Panhandle Chapter is an organization of merit shop electrical contractors dedicated to providing industry-related education and training, business management, legislative participation, safety materials, and training.
2023 Mud Mania
7-15-23
Maxivolt was proud to participate in the 14th annual Mud Mania Volleyball Tournament with all proceeds benefitting the Randall County Sheriffs Office – Employee Assistance Fund.
The Maxivolt team made it through several rounds but were finally eliminated in a close match by an equally talented team.
As a Platinum Plus sponsor of the event, we feel we were able to give back a little to a community that has supported our business since 1988.
A First Pitch, Dugout Seats, And...
6-29-23
Jeanette Wingate, our Operations and Production Lead had the privilege of throwing out the first pitch in the Sod Poodles game. Jeanette or “Jet” as she’s referred to, feels fully qualified to throw out the first pitch having spent many years playing baseball with her children and grandchildren.
The Maxivolt team had the best seats in the house for the Sod Poodles baseball game against Tulsa. Beverages, chips and salsa, along with steak and chicken fajitas were provided by the stadium.
Cris Wingate our Vice President, along with Dillon Kizarr, one of our seasoned Project Managers, performed for the crowd at the Sod Poodles game on Thursday night. We’re not sure what the dance was but it was executed flawlessly.
Thank you to the Sod Poodles for a fun evening!
And don’t forget to visit The Amarillo Sod Poodles website for schedule and ticket information.
Note: Maxivolt management disavows any knowledge of their employment or association with Maxivolt and is not responsible for counseling or therapy sessions that may arise as a result of viewing their performance.
KAMR Studio 4 Interview
6-28-23
Thank you to Sheryl Proctor of KAMR Amarillo for having Maxivolt on their Studio 4 segment. Jeanette Wingate, our Operations and Production Lead, along with Cris Wingate, Vice President, spoke with KAMR’s Andy Justice about our business and our 35th anniversary celebration. Cris emphasized our gratefulness to local Amarillo community for the support we’ve received over the years which has contributed in our 35 years in business.
Jeanette spoke about our humble beginnings and how we’ve grown over the years. She was also excited to mention that she was throwing out the first pitch in the Amarillo Sod Poodles baseball game on Thursday night (6-29-23).
Visit My High Plains to watch the interview online.
McDonald Lake Clean-up
6-24-23
Amarillo Parks & Recreation hosted a clean-up event at McDonald Lake. The lake had flooded during our recent severe weather events and now that it’s receding, trash and debris are everywhere. Volunteers arrived at 9am sharp to assist our New Mayor and other council members to walk around the lake area and pick up trash. Coffee and Donuts were provided as well as all the supplies needed for trash pickup. Several of our Maxivolt team members volunteered to help.
New website launch party!
6-23-23
The team at Maxivolt celebrated the launch of our new website by having a cookout in our backyard. Vice President of Maxivolt, Cris Wingate grilled his world famous smash burgers for the team while some of our team competed in a tense game of corn hole.
