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Catch up on the latest company news and developments from Ahern; including promotions, awards won, and events.
Healthcare Construction Certification for Occupied Facilities is More Vital than Ever
One of the major causes of secondary infections is cross-contamination, which can occur during hospital remodels. Construction activity can release agents that may be trapped behind ceilings and walls, and under floors. If not handled properly, these infectious agents are transferred...
Ahern Partners on 10 of the Top Projects of 2019
Ahern is proud to announce that the company contributed to 10 of the “Top Projects of 2019,” as chosen by industry publication The Daily Reporter . The Reporter’s annual competition looks at construction projects across the state of Wisconsin and honors the general contractors...
Menomonie has a New Mechanical Superintendent
Ahern is pleased to announce that Jeff Beechey has transitioned to Mechanical Construction Superintendent with the Menomonie office.
Wyss Joins Ahern’s Menomonie Team
Ahern recently welcomed Construction Sales/Project Manager Lee Wyss to its growing Menomonie team.
Menomonie has Two New Fire Protection Superintendents
Ahern is happy to announce that Ryan Plaski and Jamie Fort have both transitioned to Fire Protection Superintendents with the Menomonie office. Plaski joined Ahern as a fire sprinkler foreman and most recently held the role of senior services sales representative. Plaski has 23 years...
Ahern Proudly Celebrating 140 Years of Building Comfort
Beginning as a small steam heat and plumbing retail shop in 1880, J. F. Ahern Co. has since become one of the largest, most respected specialty contractors in the nation. In November, the Company will be celebrating 140 years. Ahern was founded in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin by David Ahern...
Ahern Recognized as Top Contractor by ENR
Ahern continues to top various industry rankings, most recently on ones conducted by Engineering News-Record (ENR). According to ENR Midwest’s latest rating, out of the largest specialty contractors in the 11-state Midwest region, Ahern is ranked sixth, two spots up from last year...
Ahern Ranks as a Top Company in Wisconsin
Ahern is proud to retain the 50th spot on Deloitte’s prestigious Wisconsin 75 listing. The listing recognizes the contributions made to Wisconsin’s economy by the state’s largest privately and closely-held companies. Deloitte compiles the list in order of revenue.
Ahern to Attend WHEA Annual Conference
Ahern representatives will be at WHEA's 54th Annual Conference September 17-19 in Appleton, WI. VISIT US AT BOOTH #’s 601 & 603
Ahern Wins Two BUILD Wisconsin Awards
Ahern is honored to be a winner of two BUILD Wisconsin Awards from the Associated General Contractors of Wisconsin (AGC). The company won in the Specialty Contractor category for work performed on the Landmark Oaks office building located in Madison, WI as well as the GOEX Clean Room...
United Way Day of Caring
On August 14, Ahern employees from our Menomonie office volunteered for the Day of Caring event hosted by United Way of Dunn County. The United Way Day of Caring is a day to mobilize groups to volunteer throughout the community to complete various service projects such as painting...
Ahern Recognized as a Leader in Sustainability
Ahern was named the 2019 Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) Leadership in Sustainability Award Honoree. The award is one of many that the AFE bestows through the AFE Honors™ program.
Fall 2019 Career Fairs and Campus Events
Throughout the year, Ahern representatives attend a number of career fairs and campus events. Be sure to mark your calendars and see for yourself why you should join the Ahern team!
Ahern Ranks 19th on List of Top 100 Mechanical Contractors
Ahern was recently designated the 19th largest mechanical contractor in the United States as featured in CONTRACTOR Magazine’s 2019 “Book of Giants” listing. The magazine ranks the top 100 contractors by annual revenue for all mechanical projects. The Company also ranked 5th in the...
Ahern is Headed To Green Bay for WASBO Conference
Ahern will be exhibiting at the 2019 WASBO Spring Conference, coming up on May 16 through May 17 at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay, WI. Check us out at booth #91 .
Krcilek Promoted to Omaha General Manager
Jace Hierlmeier, Executive Vice President of Ahern Fire Protection, is pleased to announce that Adam Krcilek has been promoted to General Manager of the Omaha office. Adam, who graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, has been with Ahern since 2013. He has held...
Ahern Partners on Six of the Top Projects of 2018
Ahern is proud to announce that the company contributed at least one trade to 6 of the “Top Projects of 2018,” as chosen by industry publication The Daily Reporter . The Reporter’s annual competition looks at construction projects across the state of Wisconsin and honors the general...
Ahern Recognized for Safety Excellence
On March 6, 2019, Ahern was presented with the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) and CNA Insurance Safety Excellence Award in Category 5 - More than 1 Million Work Hours.
Elmer and Sommerfeld Join Ahern’s Menomonie Team
Ahern recently welcomed Project Managers Marcus Elmer and Matthew Sommerfeld to its Menomonie, Wisconsin team. Elmer holds 10 years of industry experience with previous positions including Specified Product Manager at Mueller Industries, Inc. and Project Manager at Memphis Mechanical...
In Memoriam, John E. Ahern
It is with great sadness that J. F. Ahern Co. announces the passing of John E. Ahern Jr. John fulfilled many roles in life including son, husband, father, community servant and dedicated Ahern employee. He excelled in each of those roles. John’s career at Ahern spanned 60 years.