Serving Eastern Washington, Western Idaho, and Northeast Oregon
Interwest Technology Systems, Inc. was established in 1997 and in the early years, focused on the network cabling infrastructure and telephone interconnect markets. From the Interconnect stage, Interwest has expanded its services to encompass integral Limited Energy systems necessary for today’s facilities to operate efficiently. With services offered throughout the Inland Northwest, Interwest has established a reputation as the company of choice for a variety of systems, infrastructure, and project applications. In 2005, Interwest moved from its founding location to our new office/warehouse facility in Richland, Washington.
Our company provides high quality installations of IT infrastructure and Limited Energy systems coupled with effective project management and timely, within-budget project completion.
Our philosophy is to provide high quality-long term systems and service to our customers, whether their requirements are minimal or extensive.
As systems and networks are an integral part of any facilities’ operation, the supporting Information Technology infrastructure and systems equipment and software used must be reliable over the long run.
With Communication and Limited Energy systems requiring more integration, higher data rates, and bandwidth for network/system integration, we promote and maintain both advanced products, installation, and methods that support, analyze, document, and perform to the latest technological improvements.
During the past 21 years we have actively performed system installations and service via fixed price, cost plus, and time and material contracts for a variety of clients. Our capabilities include design, consultation, engineering, and turn-key installation and integration for entire projects or for problem areas prior to and during the installation phases. After the initial installation we maintain a 24-hour service department should additional or emergency support be required.
Our Team
We have a great team that cares and possesses a tremendous work ethic, strong technical abilities, and simply great people to work with! We strive to create and constantly improve a team environment with a collaborative approach. We believe our employees deserve a work environment that provides opportunity for growth, ownership and autonomy of processes and projects, and trusting relationships.
Our entire team grows and learns technically through continued training, system cross-training, and work and responsibilities that are both challenging and rewarding. Our objective is to be the company of choice for technical employees in the fields we serve.
Leadership Team
Joe King
President
Where are you from? Camp Hill, PA
How long have you been with the company? 25 Years
Why are you passionate about ITSI and the industry? As far as Interwest goes, it’s the people I get to work with, the customers we have, and the relationships with both, they are the foundation of our business!
Industry-wise, I’m passionate about each project’s journey, the technology, the challenge, the quality of installation, and especially seeing systems at work and what those systems provide to the people that use them. I’ve been lucky to be a part of various projects and systems that provide some fantastic processes or functions. Without the electrical component whether it’s a high voltage, low voltage, or signal – buildings or operations just don’t function. It’s part of the world we take for granted, but more importantly, it’s a part of so many things that just don’t work until those systems are “brought to life”.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology/Chemistry
Experience: Electrician, Project Manager, General Manager
Hobbies: Skiing, golfing, fishing, hunting, & hiking. I also enjoy aviation.
Tell us about a memorable experience from your time in the industry: 10 years ago we were involved in a large campus building project. Our scope of work, as normal, would take place in the last half to third of the project and we were monitoring the construction schedules prior to our start date. As the project started and progressed it became apparent that the progress and the scheduling would constrict the time we would have to complete our portion of the scope. Thankfully we had a dynamic contract team to work with, and we were able to convey our concerns, re-sequence the preceding work to our scope, and complete the project on schedule.
It was one of the most enjoyable projects we’ve worked on as the entire construction group worked together as a team to understand the process and make adjustments for a successful project. There was a tremendous amount of positive energy generated due to the collaboration and team effort in delivering a quality product on time to the client!
Tim Hingle
Project Manager, RCDD
Where are you from: Oakland, CA
How long have you been with the company: 13 years
Why are you passionate about ITSI and the industry? Quality and professionalism are the core values that Interwest Technology Systems provides to our new and current customer base. This commitment has been the driving force behind my 9 years as a Project Manager with the company. I have been in the telecommunications industry, since 1973, and have experienced and witnessed the changes in how we implement and utilize voice, data, and video in our day-to-day lives. In my role as an RCDD / Project Manager, I appreciate that our company helps to promote and incorporate those core values into our newest generation of technicians and installers.
Education: AA Degree Architecture, BICSI RCDD Certification, CISCO CCSE, BICSI 350 Tech
Experience: 46 Years in the Telecommunications Industry, Key & PBX systems, Nurse Call Systems, Microwave and Wireless, Audio Systems, and all cabling infrastructure.
Hobbies: Gardening, golf, camping, and fishing
Tell us about a memorable experience from your time in the industry: I was blessed to have a mentor who was Alexander Graham Bell’s right-hand man, Philip Moore. When I first got into the telecommunications industry in the early 70’s, I was assigned to work with “Phil,” an 80-year-old retired ex-AT&T lineman. Phil took me under his wing and taught me how to install old PBX and key telephone systems before the digital era and how to use test equipment. Basically, he helped set the stage for my education and love of this industry. From those life lessons that I learned, I have been paying it forward just like my mentor did for me.
Ira Steinwand
Project Manager
Where are you from?: Tri-Cities, WA
How long have you been with the Company?: 10 years
Education: Graduated from Kennewick High School. I also completed some business administration courses at Washington State University
Experience: When I first came to Interwest, I didn’t even know this industry existed. I started out as a field technician and as I continued to learn more about the industry, I continued to excel and worked my way to the project management role.
Hobbies: Dirt bike riding, Hunting/Fishing, Golfing, and spending time with my family
Why are you passionate about Interwest and the Industry? Over the years I have grown to understand the market in which we work. I have enjoyed the project management role, being able to work with the customers, general contractors, and electrical contractors to see each project from when we start to completion. I also really enjoy working with our crews and the friendships we have built here to make a successful team.
Tell us about a memorable experience from your time in the Industry? Working on one of the dams along the Snake River is a project I will always remember. For one, these are some very cool structures to be able to see the inner workings of how they operate. One day, as I was telling my family about the project, I found out that many years before, when the dam was being constructed, my grandfather had been part of the construction crews. Taking part in upgrades years later, knowing my grandfather had also worked the same areas I got to see was a cool experience.
Steve Nichols
Systems Division Manager
Where are you from: Richland, WA
How long have you been with the company: 13 years
Why are you passionate about ITSI and the industry: The design and integration of low voltage systems, combined with keeping in front of constantly changing technology is what drives my industry passion while the pursuit and challenge of tracking down new projects, the estimating process, and competition energize each day. The best part is seeing the accomplishment of our team bringing the design and systems online and the satisfaction of providing well-designed systems and installations to the client.
Education: High school graduate, USAF electronics/avionics technician certification courses, Fire alarm, security, intercom, nurse call and card access manufacturer certification, and design courses.
Experience: 4 years – USAF Avionics Technician, 6 years – Rockwell GPS Satellite Technician, 28 years – Low Voltage Systems Sales and Management
Hobbies: Golfing, Bowling, Camping, Design and Build Custom Homes, and Restore Classic Cars
Tell us about a memorable experience from your time in the industry: In 2008, we took on the endeavor to start a new low-voltage division for the company. While this was always part of the business plan, the company until that time was focused on the Communications industry. It gave me great satisfaction to drive the effort in creating the new division. While the idea was very exciting, the reality was that the first few years were very challenging. Now, we’re one of the best firms in the area with many of our projects and services owing to repeat business with clients, and our team’s performance and working relationships.
We have a great team and our technicians are the best in the industry in providing highly functional and aesthetic systems. They consistently maintain manufacturer’s certifications, licensing, and technical trends necessary to stay in front of the systems we install. We are constantly improving and continue to focus on growth, quality, and service, with new services ahead!
Justin DuBose
Interwest Technology Systems Operations Manager
Where are you from? Pinesdale, MT
How long have you been with the Company? Less than 1 year
Education: Diploma in General Studies and Associates Degree in Information Technology (in progress)
Experience: 7 years with Dish Network most of which as a Field Service Manager and Trainer, sales management for solar industry, and production management for HVAC industry
Hobbies: Hunting, hiking, fishing, skiing, maintaining my very little suburban farm, and spending evenings/days with family and friends.
Why are you passionate about Interwest and the Industry? Interwest focuses on taking care of its employees, its customers, and overall quality of work. I enjoy coming to work and having knowledge of our projections and having the opportunity to be a key part in the decision-making process to keep the company moving in a positive direction. Furthermore, working alongside and in conjunction with a top performing crew of individuals that strive for excellence has, and will continue to be, an absolute privilege.
Tell us about a memorable experience from your time in the Industry? When I first started, everyone was very accepting of me coming in to take the role I am in. When technicians or office staff members tell me that they are glad that I am here, it always elicits a joyful feeling that consistently reminds me of why I enjoy doing the work that I do.
Amanda Williams
Interwest Technology Systems Office Manager
Where are you from?: Tri-Cities Native
How long have you been with the Company?: Less than a year
Education: BA in English from WSU, AA in Accounting from CBC
Experience: 14 years in accounting, most of that time in public accounting
Hobbies: writing and recording original music, writing poetry, mindfulness articles, and short fiction, gardening, and traveling
Why are you passionate about Interwest and the Industry? I am passionate about working at Interwest because it is a hub of innovation and technological advancements. Being part of an industry that is constantly evolving and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible is incredibly exciting to me. Additionally, the impact this industry has on society is profound. The work we do makes a tangible difference in people’s everyday lives. I am also drawn to the continuous learning opportunities Interwest offers. It allows me to grow both personally and professionally, which is something I highly value.