The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC), in conjunction with Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand, presented Mary Jean Anderson of Anderson Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., of El Cajon, Calif., with the “PHCC HVAC Contractor of the Year Award.” Anderson was recognized for excellence in the HVACR industry, including professionalism, innovative practices, and community service, among other things.
Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air is a 36-year-old company known for its principles of quality, integrity, personal service, and commitment to community. As president and owner of the family business founded in 1978, Mary Jean is dedicated to continuing its reputation of providing community service and industry leadership. For example, she regards on-going, affordable training and education for contractors as crucial to the health of the industry. Over the past four years, Mary Jean has provided 100 percent of funds for the company apprentices’ tuition and training.
A PHCC member for more than 30 years, the company is a regarded as a valuable commercial and technical resource in the community. Mary Jean has offered guidance as a board member for the Better Business Bureau and the company has been called upon to advise the city attorney of San Diego.
The people of Anderson are also deeply committed to their community. Employees work with Rebuilding Together, as well as the San Diego Brain Injury Foundation, the Jerry Lewis muscular dystrophy telethon, a therapeutic riding center, and other charitable groups. To raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research, Anderson sponsors “Find a Cure Friday,” in which a donation is made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for every appointment booked on a Friday.
As the nomination form states: “[Mary Jean] Anderson is a model business owner, constantly providing leadership and commitment to the community and the industry. … [Her] success in an industry dominated by men has been chronicled in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning trade journals. She serves as an inspiration to other women in the industry.”
In order to be named the PHCC “HVAC Contractor of the Year,” candidates must complete an application form and supply one or more references. Each nomination is evaluated by a committee of PHCC members who judge accomplishments in six areas: professionalism, merchandising skills, management skills, innovative HVAC practices, trade involvement and community service. The winner is honored at the association’s annual meeting, and receives a check for $2,500 and a commemorative plaque.
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About Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand
Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) advances the quality of life by creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments. Our people and our family of brands—including Club Car®, Ingersoll Rand®, Thermo King® and Trane®—work together to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings; transport and protect food and perishables; and increase industrial productivity and efficiency. Trane solutions optimize indoor environments with a broad portfolio of energy efficient heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, building and contracting services, parts support and advanced control. We are a global business committed to a world of sustainable progress and enduring results. For more information, visit www.ingersollrand.com or www.trane.com.
About PHCC
The PHCC-National Association, formed in 1883, provides legislative advocacy, education and training to more than 3,500 plumbing and HVACR businesses and 70,000 technicians. Members of PHCC have access to a wide variety of services designed to increase their professionalism, grow their business and improve profitability. Visit www.phccweb.org for more information.