Our Resume
On January 3rd, 2005, 2H Mechanical LLC opened its doors for business. 2H Mechanical is a well-funded and well-planned full-service Mechanical Contractor focusing on offering a more professional business partnership to the General Contractors servicing the Western Slope of Colorado and surrounding areas. We are also currently licensed to work in North Dakota and Montana. Please see our website at www.2HMech.com for more information, pictures and contacts. This document is to help our potential customers understand how we are qualified to partner with them on construction projects.
In March 2018, 2H Mechanical moved to our new facility at 757 Valley Ct. a 15,000 square foot facility with a 4,800 spare foot storage tent. The new facility allowed us to upgrade our shop with a JWT coil line and a Namcore Spiral machine. This makes us the largest sheet metal fabrication facility between Denver and Salt Lake. We now provide sheet metal to other specialty contractors in the area.
Organization Overview
The management team has developed processes and procedures within a paperless office environment called DocSavy to assist and empower the job foremen and service techs to fulfill the day-to-day requirements of a project from any location. For more information about this product, please see www.DocSavy.com. We have also integrated Procore into our process to improve field to office communication and daily reporting. We are also in the process of developing LogSavy to manage equipment maintenance coming soon at www.LogSavy.com.
Owner
Ricky Houtris, an Englishman, grew up around a family business of plumbing and heating. Despite this, at the age of 16 Ricky took a 4-year apprenticeship in automotive repair, during which time he attained City & Guilds, TEC and BTEC diplomas. After 6 years in the trade he returned to the family business for a couple of years before deciding to further his education. Ricky received an honors degree in Mechanical Engineering at the South Bank University in London, England where he achieved an upper second.
Once he graduated, Ricky took a job as a Mechanical Engineering troubleshooter working in the Construction, Food and Nuclear power industries – to name a few. After a couple of years Ricky took a job as a Finite Element Analyst in an engineering services company that was later acquired and renamed to MSX International. He worked at MSX for eight years, stationed across five countries, including a business start-up in Spain and a department start-up in the US. In Detroit Ricky built the largest independent CAE team outside of the OEMs, (Original Equipment Manufacturers), with sales in excess of $12M. At peak, the team was over 60 strong. Ricky was then hired as Engineering VP at Wagon Engineering running a 200-plus engineering division with $25M annual sales. The changing customer requirements in the automotive sector reduced the value-add of managed engineering services, and his position along with it.
At that point Ricky decided to move to the Grand Valley and set up 2H Mechanical LLC with Phil Herrera and Tom Vagell. To streamline the communications systems with 2H Mechanical, Ricky has developed a document management system called DocSavy to allow foremen to access and enter documentation on jobsites in remote locations. For more information, see DocSavy.com.
Owner/President
David Coffey is a Colorado Native, he attended North Dakota State with a background in Mechanical Engineering and Design. David worked in the family business learning trades in blacksmith, welding, and fabrication. David moved back to Colorado and served a 4-year apprenticeship at Pipefitters Local 208 and holds contractors' licenses in Class A HVAC, Steam and Hot Water and Refrigeration.
David has worked as project manager and estimator for Troutman and Shreve's and later moved into the role of VP of Operations. Some of the strategic projects include Ball Arena (Pepsi Center), Invesco Field, Research One Lab, New Children's Hospital, University Hospital, Vestas Tower MFG Pueblo, CO. David later worked for RK Mechanical and Colorado Mechanical Systems as Operations Manager of the MEP Trades. Along with supporting customers David leads by example to bring senior mentoring for teams and understanding that the foundation of any company is the people. David has made the western slope his home, he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, working around his home and occasionally watching a football game.
Preconstruction/Sales/Estimator
Tom Vagell, LEED AP, a New Jersey native, has worked in the Valley for 28 years and Colorado for 42 years. Tom was the proprietor of Peak Mechanical, a plumbing and heating business with $800k annual sales, from 1980 to 1986. He has since worked as a project manager, first in Boston managing $6-8M a year; then for 28 years he worked as an Estimator and Project Manager in local companies. Tom holds a Master Plumbers license in four states. Previous large educational facilities estimated, and projects managed by Tom include: Casteel Creek (CEO Cisco Systems), Sleeping Indian Ranch, Aspen Highlands Condos, Halstead Barn and Residence (Vail), Westhaven Custom Condos (Vail), Willows Custom Condos (Vail), Crested Butte Community School, Western State College dorms, Vail Mountain School, East Valley Middle School, Mesa State College, Glenwood Elementary School, Delta Hospital, Grand River Hospital MOB, Canyon View MOB as well as CMC Edwards and CMC Leadville. Tom manages projects and heads the operations group.
Preconstruction/Sales/Estimator
Ryan Butler, a native of Grand Junction, has over twenty years' experience in construction. He served a non-union sheet metal apprenticeship through Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Western Colorado. He also spent four years as a Shop Foreman learning fabrication and layout. In 2008 Ryan joined the union working on the St. Mary's Century Tower. Ryan spent the next four years traveling the state of Colorado working in schools and hospitals (both remodel and new construction). While in the union he received numerous training upgrades and classes pertaining to the sheet metal industry such as; Safety (Osha 10 & 30), Welding Certifications (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux Core), and Journeyman/Foreman Upgrade Classes. In 2013 Ryan went to work at 2H Mechanical. Ryan started there as a Foreman and completed numerous projects such as Canyon View Medical Center, Gunnison County Courthouse Remodel, The Avalon Theater Remodel, Tomlinson Library Remodel, and Glenwood Springs Elementary School Remodel to name a few. Over the past few years, Ryan has been continuing his education through CSU Global. In 2019 Ryan was brought into the office to train as an estimator and work as a Field Superintendent, but quickly took on the role of Project Manager and has become an integral part of the 2H Mechanical Management Team.
Senior Project Manager
Luke Murray joined 2H Mechanical in August 2024 and has been plumbing and pipefitting across the western slope since 2001. Luke served in the US Air Force for 5 years as Security Forces and in 2001 he returned to plumbing and pipefitting. In 2006 he was promoted to Superintendent, where he led on-site teams in the execution of plumbing and mechanical projects as well as managed construction schedules and coordinated subcontractors. In 2016 he became a Project Manager where he managed multiple high-profile projects such as Aspen City Offices, Aspen Valley Hospital Phase 1, 2, 3, 4, Aspen Police Department, EVSD Spring Creek Campus Remodel (Eagle), Red Sandstone Parking Garage (Vail), Maroon Ranch Custom Residence, Red Sandstone Elementary Renovation (Vail), Buena Vista Schools, Pioneer Medical (Meeker), Fanny hill (Snowmass) Pitkin County Landfill Maintenance Building, and Hotel Jerome (Aspen). Luke is known for his meticulous project oversight and adherence to schedules with a proven track record in managing complex projects from inception to completion. He is skilled in building strong relationships with general contractors and owners, ensuring high client satisfaction through effective communication and quality workmanship. Luke is affiliated with Local 145 Building Trade as a Journeyman Pipefitter, licensed in Colorado as a Journey Plumber, has OSHA 300 Certification, Confined Space Certification, and is a Medical Gas Certified Installer and Instructor.
Project Manager
Luke Glowacki brings over 10 years of well-rounded construction experience, with a proven track record spanning service plumbing, new construction, BIM coordination, and project management. A Chicago native, Luke built his career from the ground up—starting in the field, mastering system installations, and eventually transitioning into virtual construction and coordination roles. This progression has given him a unique, dual-perspective understanding of how successful projects come together, both on-screen and on-site. In his years as a BIM Coordinator, Luke played a key role in bridging the gap between design and execution. He became highly skilled in model-based coordination, clash detection, and system optimization, ensuring projects moved efficiently from concept to construction with fewer conflicts and delays. His ability to interpret complex plans and proactively solve problems translated seamlessly into his current role as a Project Manager, where he now leads teams through all phases of mechanical construction—from preconstruction planning to final turnover. Luke is known for his strong leadership, clear communication, and solution-oriented mindset. He takes pride in building strong relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, and field teams alike, fostering collaboration and accountability on every project. His eye for detail and commitment to quality ensure projects stay on track, on budget, and built to the highest standards. A union-trained professional, Luke earned his Colorado Master Plumber License, Medical Gas Installer Certification, OSHA certification and rigging certifications through the union’s comprehensive training and apprenticeship programs.
Special Projects/Service Manager
A dedicated HVAC professional with over 23 years of experience in the HVAC/Sheetmetal industry, Daniel "Danny" Ray has built a diverse and successful career through his expertise in both union and non-union environments. Born and raised in Denver, CO, Daniel began his career in 2001 with Local 9, completing his apprenticeship in 2004 at the top of his class. He quickly became an integral part of several large-scale projects, including the DU Soccer Addition, Fort Carson Tank Service Center, and Thomas Bean Towers. Over the next 15 years, he excelled in various roles, including Journeyman, Foreman, General Foreman, Safety Coordinator, Account Manager, and Project Manager. Daniel holds an HVAC Journeyman's License for the city and county of Denver, as well as OSHA 10, 30, and 500 certifications, highlighting his strong commitment to safety and operational excellence. In January 2022, Daniel relocated to Grand Junction, CO, and rejoined Local 9. Currently, Daniel serves as the Special Projects and Service Manager. His extensive experience spans residential, commercial, and industrial work, making him a well-rounded professional in the HVAC industry. Known for his leadership, teaching ability, and communication skills, Daniel consistently delivers value to both his team and clients, earning a reputation as a valuable asset to our team.
Special Projects
Dustin Drake serves as Special Projects Manager at 2H Mechanical, where he oversees complex mechanical upgrades, service-driven construction projects, and system improvements across the Western Slope. With a strong background in commercial HVAC and mechanical systems, Dustin brings extensive field experience and practical problem-solving to every project. Dustin began his career in the mechanical trades over four years ago through a formal apprenticeship program and has worked in service throughout that time. His experience in the field has provided him with a strong foundation in system diagnostics, equipment service, and mechanical troubleshooting, while also completing numerous, seperate technical training to expand his knowledge of commercial HVAC systems. His work includes coordinating equipment replacements, hydronic and boiler system upgrades, and mechanical retrofits for commercial and institutional facilities. Dustin works closely with field technicians, engineers, and clients to ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and to the high standards expected from 2H Mechanical.
HVAC Superintendent
Chris Cook, a native of Grand Junction, has been in the HVAC industry for 23+ years. In 2000 Chris started a non-union apprenticeship working on high end custom homes ($25M - $30M) in the Roaring Fork and Vail Valleys. He joined the Sheet Metal Workers Local 9 (SMW9) in 2015 while working on St. Mary's Hospital Radiology Upgrades. In 2017 Chris joined 2H Mechanical as a journeyman working under Ryan Butler on the Glenwood Springs Elementary School and Summit High School Projects. Since then, he has worked on several major projects such as: Hayden PK-12 School, Grand River Hospital, the GJVAMC Third Floor Remodel, and West End PK-12 as well as a multitude of schools, jails, airports, hospitals, and government buildings both as remodels and new construction. Chris has proven himself to be a valuable asset to the 2H management team with his plethora of knowledge and experience as well as his ability to lead, guide, and teach our workforce how to be successful. Chris has OSHA 10 and 30 certifications and continues to participate in journeyman and foreman upgrade classes offered through SMW9.
Plumbing Superintendent
Justin Olson, a native of Southern California, joined the family plumbing business after graduating high school, which makes him a fourth-generation plumber as his father, grandfather, and great grandfather were all plumbers. In 1995 the family business was sold and Justin, with his young family, followed his father to Grand Junction, CO. Since moving to the Western Slope Justin has continued working in the plumbing industry and has worked on several major projects such as: Laguna Cookie in Huntington Beach, Beverly Hills Condominium Project, Aspen One Condominium Project, Cortez Hospital, West End PK-12 School, and Grand River Hospital, as well as a variety of schools, jails, airports, shopping complexes, grocery stores, condos, and custom homes. Justin joined the 2H Mechanical team in 2020 as a journeyman on the Grand River Hospital project and since then he has proven to be a valuable member of the 2H management team. Justin has 30+ years of plumbing experience and has been a member of Local 145 since 2008. Justin has OSHA 30 Certification in addition to being a plumbing BIM coordinator and med gas certified.
Shop Manager
Vincent "Vinny" Darnell has been a sheet metal worker since 1986. Vinny worked in the field for a few years learning his trade; he then found his way into the shop, and knew that was where he was meant to be. Vinny is just one of those guys who can make anything, he also has a great knack for teaching others! By 1991, Vinny was shop foreman and he never looked back. He joined 2H in 2005 as shop manager. Vinny has the organizational and leadership skills to run the 2H shop so that we can deliver more duct than shops of twice our size. He is the company authority on fabrication and installation to SMACNA standards. Vinny also orchestrates all deliveries that pass through the shop. If that wasn't enough, Vinny keeps 2H running smoothly by maintaining and delivering all the tools we need to get the job done efficiently.
Safety/HR/Payroll Manager
Michelle Grissett is a native of South Texas who relocated to Grand Junction, Colorado in December 2020 with her family. She has worked in the maintenance and construction industry since 2009, specializing in safety, compliance, and workforce management. Prior to moving to Grand Junction, Michelle worked for Testengeer Engineering at Formosa Plastics, where she served as the client’s EHS Specialist and Safety Representative for the EG2 grassroots construction project, which averaged 3,500 construction employees. In this role, she oversaw overall project safety, coordinated contractor safety departments, conducted audits and safety meetings, led incident investigations, and performed the OSHA Walking and Working Surfaces inspection prior to unit start-up. Michelle holds several professional certifications, including OSHA 511, MSHA Instructor for Above-Ground Mine Sites, and NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST). She is also a certified MEWP and Forklift Trainer. Michelle is an active member of the Western Colorado Human Resource Association (WCHRA) and the Colorado Society for Human Resource Management (CO-SHRM).
Book Keeper
Desiree Watson has been a resident of our Grand Valley since 2018. She was raised in the California High Desert, and later in Mobile, Alabama, where she met her husband of 23 years. They found their way back to the West Coast and raised two wonderful children in Bakersfield, California, before ultimately deciding to make Fruita their home. Desiree began her career balancing work, family, and education—waiting tables on nights and weekends while raising her children and attending college part-time. In 2010, she discovered her passion for accounting and has since refined her bookkeeping expertise across a variety of industries, including oilfield equipment rental, property management, and client bookkeeping management for a local CPA firm.
Accountant
JoLynn Dorman has spent most of her professional career working in accounting and financial services. She holds a Master’s degree in Accounting and owns a small business specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, and business consulting. In addition to serving her clients, JoLynn shares her expertise as an Accounting Instructor at Colorado Christian University, helping educate the next generation of accounting professionals. Originally born in Grand Junction, Colorado, JoLynn has lived in several cities and states throughout the years before returning home, where she now plans to stay long-term. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys spending time with her children, friends, and her dogs, who keep life lively and full. JoLynn is also passionate about health and wellness, particularly yoga and staying active, and enjoys traveling whenever she has the opportunity. Whether working with clients, teaching students, or spending time with loved ones, she brings the same dedication, balance, and enthusiasm to everything she does.
Systems Manager
Scott Turner is a dedicated and experienced Systems IT Manager with 38 plus years and a passion for technology to drive organizational success. With a strong background in managing IT infrastructures and a knack for problem-solving, Scott has been instrumental in optimizing systems and ensuring seamless operations. Scott's journey in the IT world began with a solid educational foundation, where he studied Electronics at Edison Technical Institute in 1985. Over the years, he has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience. In his role as a Systems IT Manager, Scott has successfully implemented technologies to enhance security measures. His ability to adapt to the ever-evolving tech landscape and his commitment to continuous learning have made him a valuable asset to his team and organization. Outside of work, Scott enjoys camping, fishing, golf and spending time with family and wife of 25 plus years, which provides a perfect balance to his professional life.
Capabilities
2H Mechanical offers: sheet metal and plumbing, Design Assist as well as Plan & Specification for the commercial, institutional, new construction and restoration markets.
IN-HOUSE SERVICES INCLUDE
- Sheet Metal Fabrication Including a Spiral Machine and a Coil Line
- HVAC/Sheet Metal Installation
- Plumbing Installation
- Mechanical Piping Installation
- Refrigeration installation & Repair
- Medical Gas Piping
- Backflow Testing
- Service and Special Projects
OUT-SOURCED SERVICES INCLUDE
- Engineering Design
- Controls
- Insulation
- Test & Balance
Partnerships
2H Mechanical is proud to work with all mechanical companies, both locally and across the Front Range to provide high quality plumbing and prefabrication services. These offerings enhance our sheet metal prefabrication capabilities, making our work on job sites safer and more efficient. Our prefabrication services area adaptable to each project’s needs-whether used on their own to create access zones for other trades, as part of a complete 3D coordination effort, or integrated into a full BIM process.
Staffing Strategy
2H Mechanical has established strong relationships with Plumbers & Pipefitters Local #145 and Sheet Metal Workers Local #9, allowing us to meet the plumbing and mechanical needs of large projects both locally and across the Front Range.
2H Mechanical staffs a team of 40-90 employees and has generated an average of $20-25 million in projects per year over the last three years. By investing in resources to complete your project on time and within budget, and by attracting skilled workers, 2H Mechanical stands out as a complete mechanical contractor with access to an extensive, well-trained labor force from both the plumbing and sheet metal unions.
Bonding
2H Mechanical has already secured mid-to-high-seven figures per job capacity without an aggregate with a preferential rate. Hub International can write larger requests on a job-by-job basis. The current rate without mark-up is 1.44% <$½M> 0.87% <$2M, then .69%<=$2.5M, then .63% <=$2.5M, then .576%> $7.5M. See attached bonding qualification letter.
Bank
2H Mechanical banks with the Bank of the San Juans, with advisement from Jennifer Landini, VP & Senior Commercial Loan Officer. The company has a $250K L.O.C.
Safety
2H Mechanical makes safety its highest priority. All field staff have a minimum of 10-hour OSHA and SDS training along with weekly on-site safety meetings. We do our utmost to ensure that our employees have the right tools and equipment to work efficiently and safely. Our current insurance experience premium modifier is 0.9.
Insurance
We like to think that accidents never happen, but they do. 2H Mechanical has worker’s compensation, general liability, vehicle and an umbrella policy to ensure that you never have to claim on your policy, should anything go wrong.
CONTACT US
757 Valley Ct
Grand Junction
CO 81505
United States
+1 970-778-4560
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