Why Choose Peterson Mechanical?

Peterson Mechanical is solid. We’ve been successful for over a century as a proven leader in the HVAC, Plumbing, and Sheet Metal Fabrication business. We also promote a collaborative relationship with four different unions (Locals 38, 104, 342, 343) and leverage these relationships for maximizing productivity.

Our Culture

Peterson Mechanical Inc. has been in the same family for over a century and that family feel is at the core of everything we do. Employees enjoy working here. We are hard-working, but have fun doing so; it’s a supportive environment; it’s just the right size to get to know everybody, and make sure you don’t trip over our mascot dogs, Abby and Izzy!

We celebrate! There are picnics, parties, and BBQs. We share birthday wishes and welcome babies.

We promote an open-door policy. Our top management is visible, available, and genuinely interested in our employees.

Code of Excellence

• The company is only as good as its employees. We mentor and grow our people for they are our greatest asset.
• We are experts in our business. We solve problems. If we don’t know, we find out.
• We have a “Can Do” attitude. We understand that if we don’t, our competitors will.
• Employee safety is a top priority.
• We promote our company every day by being responsive and working with our customers and GC’s as partners. Every job is a marketing opportunity for our entire company. (HVAC, Plumbing, Service)
• We take pride in our Integrity, Work Ethic, and Craftsmanship.
• We are one company and a team. We communicate, look out for our fellow workers, and do what’s best for the company.
• We take a proactive approach to our work. We plan our work, look at the result then plan some more.
• All employees have equal value. We listen to our employees and respect differing opinions. We treat our peers with respect.
• We are continuously improving ourselves and our company. We are creative and believe in progressive thinking.

Core Values

Excellence – Exceeding standards in every aspect of our business.

Innovative – Using creative ideas and cutting-edge technology to deliver advanced solutions.

Integrity – Committing to principles of responsibility, reliability, and honesty.

Leadership – Standing at the forefront of our business and providing initiative in all we do.

Proactive – Anticipating required actions and responding with solutions.

Think Safety Mission Statement

Peterson Mechanical Inc. is committed to the safety and welfare of all our employees and the employees of the project team, through prevention, education, awareness, and strong safety culture. Our goal is to reduce workplace accidents with the ultimate goal of zero injuries and accidents.

Our efforts towards safety have allowed us to benefit from a low EMR Rate, always below 1.

Program Overview

Peterson Mechanical Inc.’s full-time Safety Coordinator, Dave Kimble, works to assure implementation of our comprehensive written safety program and to ensure that the company and its employees are in compliance with all OSHA regulations, Cal OSHA regulations, ANSI standards, and industry best practices.

Our Safety Coordinator has the following training: OSHA 511, 500, HAZWOPER, OSHA 10-30, First Aid, CPR, AED, Power Industrial Trucks Training, Confined Work Space Trainer, Respirator Use Trainer, Powder Actuated Tools, Man Lift Trainer, Certified Rigging and Signaling, Competent Person Trenching Certified, and ARC Flash Prevention. Notably, he also has over 10 years of practical experience.

Our Safety Program consists of the following: Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Accident Investigation, Heat Illness Prevention, Tool Box Training, Fall Protection Training, Hot Work Permits, and Code of Safe Work Practices.

Peterson Mechanical Inc.’s written safety program is under continuous review to ensure our policies and procedures reflect current safety standards, requirements, and industry best practices.

All of our Field Supervisors are OSHA 10 and 30 certified and receive continual training on our Safety Program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer & Prohibit Discrimination & Harassment of Any Kind

Peterson Mechanical Inc. upholds equal employment opportunities for all employees and provides employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Peterson Mechanical Inc. are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Peterson Mechanical Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Peterson Mechanical Inc. encourages applicants of all ages.