Core Values:
Safety | Leadership | Diversity

Grind-Well, founded by U.S. Army Ranger Veteran and experienced Lineman Rick Sosa, is a leading Electrical Utility Contractor specializing in overhead and underground electrical construction, system upgrades, and 24/7 emergency response.

With over two decades of industry experience, Rick's electrical background has instilled a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and excellence in the company.

Grind-Well offers a range of services, including pole maintenance, streetlight installations, and underground system construction up to 34kV. The company's core values center on quality, efficiency, and safety, with a team of skilled professionals led by Rick's expertise as a former Superintendent.

Committed to supporting customers throughout the entire project lifecycle, Grind-Well combines practical experience with strong leadership to meet and exceed client needs while maintaining high industry standards. The company's dedication to safety, reflected in its impeccable safety record, stems from Rick's military experiences and years in the electrical industry.

Grind-Well positions itself as a partner that blends technical expertise, safety commitment, and a deep understanding of the electrical utility sector.

Who We Are

Grind-Well is a Minority and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Union Electrical Utility Contractor, proud to partner with IBEW, Linemen and Laborers across Illinois, the Midwest and Nation wide.

leadership

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Hana Sosa
Chief of Staff & Operations

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Rick Sosa
Founder & President

Rick Sosa is a U.S. Army Ranger Veteran, immigrant, and experienced Union Lineman who built Grind-Well from the ground up with a focus on safety, discipline, and service.

After coming to the United States at 15, he quickly became a U.S. citizen, and enlisted in the Army at 17, later earning a place in the elite 75th Ranger Regiment. Rick served four combat tours before an injury ended his military career, an experience that shaped his uncompromising approach to risk and team safety.

In 2005, Rick began his career as a Union Electrical Lineman with IBEW Local 9, starting as an Apprentice and rapidly advancing to Journeyman Lineman, Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager overseeing multiple departments. With more than two decades in the Electrical Construction industry and deep experience in Medium-Voltage distribution, he has led complex Overhead and Underground projects, system upgrades, and 24/7 Emergency Response work.

Rick founded Grind-Well in 2022 with a clear mission: to create an elite, Veteran-led Electrical Utility Contractor that delivers safe, reliable infrastructure while opening doors for others.

He holds a BS in Criminal Justice from Indiana University and an MSCJ from American Military University, and he continues to translate military values—accountability, teamwork, and perseverance—into every aspect of the company’s operations and culture.

Hana Sosa brings a uniquely disciplined background in law enforcement, firearms training, and large-scale operations leadership to her role at Grind-Well.

She served for more than 15 years in local and federal law enforcement, including assignments as a Detective and Federal Air Marshal, and became the first woman promoted to the Boston Field Office training division.

In 2012, Hana joined SIG SAUER, where she rose to Director of Training & Special Events and led a team of more than 100 employees. She helped build the company’s first dedicated Training Division and supported significant annual revenue growth through high-impact training programs and events.

Hana transitioned to the Electrical Utility industry in 2022, joining Grind-Well as Chief of Staff & Operations. Today, she is the strategic engine behind one of the fastest-growing Veteran-owned Utility Contractors in the region, driving operational discipline, culture, and long-term growth.

Her focus is on implementing rigorous safety standards, scalable business processes, and people-first practices that elevate the company while expanding opportunity - especially for Veterans and underrepresented communities.

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