David Jarvis
Pipefitting Superintendent
David Jarvis
Category: People
Aleks Kazadayev
Director of Labor
Aleks Kazadayev
Director of Labor
Christine Hadman
Director of Construction
Christine Hadman
Director of Construction
Christine is Auburn’s Director of Construction. She is responsible for managing and supporting project managers, implementing and improving processes, and providing input on short and long-term strategic goals.
Mark Southern
Chief Financial Officer
Mark Southern
Chief Financial Officer
Mark has a wide-ranging background, with experience in construction, technology and manufacturing. He plans to apply his knowledge, guidance and resources to make informed decisions that support Auburn Mechanical’s front-line employees, owners and clients. With Mark’s emphasis on collaboration and transparency, he’ll continue to improve processes and contribute to the mission of the organization.
Darrel Zak
Safety Director
Darrel Zak
Safety Director
Darrel is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) who offers over 15 years of experience working in the safety field for specialty contractors in the Puget Sound region. Joining Auburn at a particularly critical time, Darrel will be committed to the review and evaluation of workplace safety recommendations associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, incorporating the latest information into Auburn Mechanical’s safety policies, and procedures. He will also work with company leadership on the firm’s return-to-work policy and safety guidelines for Auburn Mechanical’s main campus and satellite offices.
Joan Hunter
Senior Director – IT
Joan Hunter
Senior Director – IT
Joan leads Auburn’s IT department and provides leadership training.
Will Weaver
Innovation Director
Will Weaver
Innovation Director
Will is responsible for heading strategic initiatives involving technology.
Jason Gunter
Sheet Metal Superintendent
Jason Gunter
Sheet Metal Superintendent
Jason brings 10 years’ experience as a superintendent to Auburn and over 26 years of commercial HVAC experience. Jason has expertise in detailing, tracking hours, managing and installing commercial projects. He is extremely skilled in all aspects of running projects of varying sizes and is capable of communicating with customers, contractors, and management.
Jordan Guthrie
Plumbing Superintendent
Jordan Guthrie
Plumbing Superintendent
Jordan has been part of Auburn’s team since 2005, first as a field foreman and then over ten years as a superintendent providing extensive experience on tenant improvement and new construction projects. His outstanding leadership ability, industry expertise, and experience working on complex projects are invaluable to project teams
John Payne
VP Service
John Payne
Vice President Service Divison
John joined the Auburn Mechanical team in 2012 and has been in the construction and facility services field for more than 25 years. He specializes in partnering with building owners, property managers, and tenants to help them efficiently operate buildings, develop customized preventive maintenance programs that lower energy costs, lower downtime, and prolong equipment and asset life. His responsibilities include overseeing daily operations of the Service Department, expanding services and capabilities, and developing business opportunities.