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07.28.22

The Real Harris: Meet Vinnie Figlioli

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I actually attended a vocational high school and was an installer my junior and senior year. After, I was a service technician for several years. Then, in my twenties I decided to go back to school for engineering. I have always worked in ...Read More
07.28.22

Harris Video Highlights Service Programs & Data-Driven Solutions

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – With Harris, client needs come first. In its new Service video, Harris demonstrates what makes its mechanical services solutions the first choice for clients, from its breadth of service programs to a culture of innovation. As a leading national mechanical contractor, Harris provides programs that include 24/7 emergency service, preventative maintenance, controls systems and Telemetry®. These solutions ensure that a clients’ mechanical systems are running optimally and that its business runs uninterrupted. Customers can rely on Harris’ problem-solving ...Read More
07.19.22

Harris’ Phoenix Office Named Top Workplace In 2022

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Harris’ Phoenix office has been recognized as a 2022 Arizona Top Workplaces. This is the second year in a row that the office has made the list, which included just 119 companies this year. The AZ Central partnered with Energage, LLC., the nation’s most credible employer recognition program, for the rankings. Based solely on employee feedback, the honor reflects Harris’ ...Read More
07.12.22

The Real Harris: Meet Scott Staton

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? Shortly after college, my childhood friend reached out to me about joining his company, Southland, to work on the Pentagon renovation. At that time, I knew nothing about HVAC or plumbing and had spent a short time with a small general contractor ...Read More
07.07.22

Latest Harris Video Shows Construction Expertise

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Harris has released the latest video in its “The REEL Harris” series. Focusing on its Construction expertise, the leading mechanical contractor incorporates behind-the-scenes video and employee interviews into the piece to demonstrate its work and safety efforts at jobsites and Harris offices across the country. Leaders offer insight into how Harris works to provide the best solutions, the best value and pushes the limits of innovation. “People come to Harris ...Read More
06.24.22

Harris Watch-It Notes: Healthcare Isolation Precautions

Introducing Harris Watch-It Notes, insights gathered from Harris experts on a specific topic related to complex project installations in the areas of design + engineering, construction, manufacturing, BAS, conveyors and end-to-end mechanical building systems. Our series begins with how to appropriately engineer an isolation room for a hospital or healthcare setting. Learn about negative and positive pressure rooms, codes, HVAC requirements, controls and more.Read More
06.20.22

Greg Donley, Senior VP at Harris, Retires After 31 Years

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – After 31 years at Harris, Greg Donley, senior vice president + general manager, is retiring. Donley’s impact on the leading national mechanical contractor is palpable. His service and influence at Harris started in 2005 with Donley playing an instrumental role when Harris acquired HiMEC, Inc., a full-service mechanical contractor based in Rochester, Minn., where Donley served as a part of the leadership team. His dedication, knowledge and leadership continued during his tenure as he served in leadership roles across ...Read More
06.14.22

The Real Harris: Meet John Godbold

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I have always liked working with my hands, taking things apart and finding out how they work. I went into the Navy Seabees to serve my country, continue to learn and develop my skills. After getting out I joined the local 602 Steamfitters ...Read More