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Author: Angela Mork

02.01.23

The Real Harris: Meet April Barrera

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? Harris is my first construction business but not my first service industry. My early career was based in the legal professional services sector; however, my first service position was at Cantel Medical’s dialysis water division. In this position, I implemented processes and workflows to streamline scheduling processes of product distribution. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay?Read More
02.01.23

Harris Honored with Top Workplaces USA 2023 Award

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Harris, a national leading mechanical contractor, is pleased to announce it has earned the Top Workplaces USA 2023 award. The honor is based solely on employee feedback and celebrates companies that prioritize creating a people-centered culture and giving employees a voice. Over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate in the Top Workplaces USA survey, issued by Energage, a third-party research firm and ...Read More
01.24.23

Day in the Life of a Project Manager: Ryan Sawinski

Good project management ensures that a project's goals closely align with strategic business goals. The leadership, vision, mentoring and motivation provided through the role brings out the best in a team. Project managers work on a project from pre-planning until completion. They support all phases of a project to ensure standards, budget, deadlines, communications and relationships are maintained. They juggle a lot of responsibilities for projects, but with their leadership, projects are successfully completed! Read More
01.19.23

The Real Harris: Meet Steven Eichler

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? In 2011, I received an AAS in Computer Network Management from Minneapolis Business College. I have been working in IT ever since then. I have worked on various helpdesks with a variety of companies. I have supported business from fast food chains to airport mechanic shops. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay?Read More
01.06.23

The Real Harris: Meet Jessica Peyton

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I started as an assistant dispatcher for a family-owned mechanical company. I was later promoted to lead dispatcher. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay? I was impressed with the overall integrity of Harris. I saw opportunity for growth, and resources to be successful. While researching the company, I realized how important a work/life balance is ...Read More
12.29.22

The Real Harris: Meet Justin Money

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? My Stepfather is a plumber, he is the one that helped steer me into being a union plumber. What traits do you think are important for someone in your role to be successful?     To be very detail oriented and well organized, there are many moving parts that need to come together at the same time every day. What ...Read More
12.12.22

Day in the life of a BA System Specialist: Tabitha Lee

After a new building has been constructed, the question starts to pop up of how will this same building be maintained. How can this building continue to run for years to come? That’s where a building automation (BA) system specialist steps in. BA system specialists perform system testing, create project graphics and ensure every detail and issue is recorded, tracked, and ...Read More
12.05.22

The Real Harris: Meet Madison Vance

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I studied Architecture in college. When I realized I disliked Architecture it was a little too late to switch majors. So, I picked up a minor in Construction Management and started learning about the different roles of subcontractors in the industry. One of my favorite classes in college was Building Science, where we learned about the inner workings of a building ...Read More