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ARIZONA UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 510163189 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.azuca.org
revenue
$139K
expenses
$111K
net assets
$91K
employees
mission · from form 990

UTILITY CONTRACTORS EDUCATION ASSN

profile · synthesized from sources

The ARIZONA UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN (AZUCA) is a membership organization for the utility construction and excavation industry in Arizona. It provides training, safety education, advocacy, and networking opportunities to improve members' operational proficiency and financial performance. AZUCA also offers scholarships to support individuals in the industry.

named programs · 9 · from sources

what they call their work

Competent Person Training
Training for supervisors, foremen, project managers, and crew leaders on OSHA Subpart P – Excavation Standards, soil classification, protective systems, hazard identification, and OSHA inspection best practices.
Confined Space Entry Training
Training for construction managers, competent persons, and field employees on hazard awareness, evaluation, and basic requirements for establishing a confined space entry program.
Government & Industry Relations Committee
Develops policy positions, coordinates action on governmental matters affecting the industry, builds relationships with government officials and industry allies, and plans industry promotion and community outreach.
Lunch & Learn
Educational sessions on various industry topics.
Quarterly Training
Free training sessions offered to members on various industry-relevant topics.
Safety Roundtable
Regular meetings to discuss safety topics and best practices within the utility construction industry.
Safety, Training and Compliance Committee
Promotes utility construction safety, environmental and regulatory compliance, reviews industry safety practices, develops Arizona programs for safety culture, and identifies and addresses safety, health, risk management, and compliance issues.
Scholarship Program
Provides financial assistance to students pursuing careers related to the utility construction and excavation industry.
Trench Safety Stand Down Month
An annual initiative in June to promote trench safety awareness and practices.
activities · 2 clusters

what they do

  • Construction Industry Legislative Advocacy 1 activity
    • Advocacy for Utility Contractors
      The organization actively participates in state and local advocacy efforts, developing policy positions and coordinating on legislative and regulatory issues at local, state, and federal levels to support its member companies in the utility construction industry.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Safety and Compliance Program Development
      The organization develops safety and compliance programs for the utility construction industry in Arizona, identifying issues and recommending actions to promote a culture of safety and regulatory adherence, and developing proactive measures to prevent infrastructure damage.
    • Scholarship Program
      The organization awards scholarships annually to college-bound high school seniors, individuals entering trade or technical school, and continuing education undergraduate students, with 14 scholarships awarded in 2025.
    • Training Programs for Utility Contractors
      The organization plans and develops training programs and materials on safety, compliance, and management for utility contractors, including free Competent Person Training and Confined Space Training for members, valued at $175 per attendee.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$139K
Contributions & grants
Program service revenue
Investment income$900%
Other revenue$11K
expenses
Total expenses$111K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$91K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$91K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +100.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 6
  • ANDREW USTER — DIRECTOR
  • ARIC SMITH — DIRECTOR
  • AUSTIN STADELI — DIRECTOR
  • LARRY ANTOLIK — DIRECTOR
  • ROBERT HILL — DIRECTOR
  • SCOTT BATES — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14

who they work with

  • ADOSH Government — References ADOSH's State Emphasis Program to combat heat illness and injury in the workplace.
  • NCS Inc Partner — Hosted the Confined Space Entry Training at their facility in Camp Verde, AZ.
  • NUCA Network — ARIZONA UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN operates as the Arizona Chapter of NUCA, indicating formal affiliation with the national organization.
  • NUCA Network — AZUCA is the Arizona Chapter of NUCA, indicating affiliation with the national organization.
  • NUCA Network — AZUCA is the Arizona Chapter of NUCA, indicating membership in the National Utility Contractors Association.
  • NUCA Network — Arizona chapter of the National Utility Contractors Association
  • NUCA Network — Arizona chapter of the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA)
  • NUCA Network — Arizona chapter of the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA), indicating affiliation with the national organization.
  • NUCA Network — Arizona chapter of the National Utility Contractors Association, participating in national advocacy efforts.
  • NUCA National Network — Arizona chapter of the National Utility Contractors Association, accessing national resources like Toolbox Talks and the NUCA STAR Program.
  • Networx Cabling Systems Partner — Sponsor of the Competent Person Training event hosted by AZUCA.
  • Networx Cabling Systems Partner — Sponsored the Confined Space Entry Training event.
  • OSHA Government — References OSHA's National Emphasis Program on Trench Inspection and Heat Emphasis Program as part of safety compliance guidance.
  • Wild Apricot Partner — Uses Wild Apricot membership software to manage payments and member data.