Our Team
The General Mechanical team brings decades of industry experience and strategic insight to every project, guiding skilled crews with a hands-on approach and a commitment to excellence. Our deep understanding of complex industrial environments, combined with our strong partnerships in engineering and design, ensures projects are carefully planned, efficiently executed, and aligned with each client’s operational needs. As trusted leaders and problem-solvers, we set the standard for quality, innovation, and accountability across every phase of construction.
Company History
Founded in 1961 in downtown Tacoma, General Mechanical was built on skilled craftsmanship, hard work, and a commitment to quality. From our early days as an industrial piping contractor to our growth into a full service contractor, our history is rooted in the people, projects, and industries that helped shape the Tacoma area.
Our Commitment to Safety
At General Mechanical, safety is woven into every aspect of how we plan, manage, and execute our work, forming the foundation for consistent performance and trusted results. Our commitment goes beyond meeting requirements, it reflects a proactive culture that protects our teams, supports our clients, and ensures each project is completed with precision, accountability, and care, no matter the scope or complexity.
Affiliations & Industry Partnerships
Trade Unions & Labor Organizations
Plumbers & Pipefitters Union Local 26
Plumbers & Pipefitters Union Local 32
Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters
Iron Workers Local 86
Laborers Union Local 252
Millwright Employers Association, Inc.
Certifications & Compliance
Safety W.I.S.E.
National Certified Pipe Welding Bureau (NCPWB)
Approach Management Services
ISNetworld
Industry Associations & Manufacturer Partnerships
MCA of Western Washington
Nucor Building Systems, Authorized Dealer