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04.19.21

The Real Harris: Meet Bob Swanger

Tell us about your background. What led you to this Industry? “I spent four years serving in the US Air Force where I worked on chillers, pneumatic controls and electrical distribution systems in the Minuteman II Missile silos. Upon leaving active duty, I thought it’d make sense to be a technician in the civilian world. Somewhere in ...Read More
04.01.21

Harris featured in St. Paul BOMA News

St. Paul BOMA provides leadership to the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, education, research, and professional networking. As a service provider member, Harris was featured in the publication’s April issue. Read More
04.01.21

Harris has acquired HVAC Controls & Specialties

Harris has acquired HVAC Controls & Specialties, a privately-held company based in Garden City, ID. The acquisition ensures customers have access to expert service and business automation systems across the state of Idaho. Read More
04.01.21

Harris acquires HVAC Controls & Specialties

(ST. PAUL, Minn., April 1, 2021) – Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, today announced that it has acquired HVAC Controls & Specialties, a privately-held company based in Garden City, ID. With the acquisition, Harris will extend its workforce in Idaho – from Boise and the Treasure Valley, to Jerome, Burley, McCall, and Sun Valley. Known for its work in service and ...Read More
03.26.21

The Real Harris: Meet Mary Becker

What led you to this Industry? “I had worked for a painting contractor for several years, doing accounting and estimating as well as working in the field. After leaving there, I worked in a manufacturing facility and was looking for a different opportunity. My experience with reading blueprints, estimating and accounting helped me get in the door at ...Read More
03.23.21

Harris Announces 2020 Employee Award Winners

(ST. Paul, Minn., March 23, 2021) – Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, today announced its 2020 Employee Award winners across five categories that exemplify Harris: Prefabrication (project and region), safety, culture, innovation and lifetime achievement. The following award winners were nominated by their peers. Prefabrication Project Award: Large Medical Device Company This Harris crew lowered first time cost, increased job site efficiency, increased safety and lessened impact on the owner’s facility. Charged with constructing ...Read More
03.19.21

The Real Harris: Meet Heather Olsen

What led you to this Industry? “I started as a temp with Wasatch Controls (the company that Harris acquired in 2010) and became a part of the Harris family almost 11 years ago. Growing up in a construction family, it has always been a part ...Read More
02.01.21

Harris named Top Workplaces USA

Harris has been recognized with the 2021 Top Workplaces USA award. This is the first year that Energage, Inc. has taken its regional Top Workplaces awards to the national level. The honor is based solely on employee feedback. Read More

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