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Legacy of Excellence: The T.J. Dyer Company Story

Founded in 1908, The Thomas J. Dyer Company is a full-service mechanical and plumbing company that’s performed best-in-class installation, process & industrial piping and service across the country. Our team of skilled experts provide our customers the highest level of expertise, professionalism and customer service.

A trailblazer in our industry, we integrate the latest technology, techniques and products into our work processes. That’s why we always deliver accuracy and efficiency for what matters the most — our customers.

As part of our continual improvement process, we’ve:

  • Invested in 3D Building Information Modeling, GPS-based layout solution and on-screen 3D estimating software
  • Integrated pre-fabricated assemblies, including:
    • Multi-trade MEP corridor racks
    • Equipment skids
    • Toilet banks
    • Medical gas head walls
    • Hangers
  • Implemented ongoing quality and scheduling enhancements for our customers

At TJ Dyer, we have the resources, capacity and capability to do any job right, on time and within budget.

Our team unites to live out our purpose and mission every day. We also ground ourselves in seven core values and beliefs that drive our commitment to customers and daily business decisions.

Vision

To be your employer and partner of choice across generations

Purpose

To build exceptional environments for our clients, employees, and communities.

Mission

We design and build industry-leading solutions that enable our clients to realize their vision and provide our employees with best-in-class opportunities to grow.

Our Core Values

As a part of the Grote family of companies, we ground ourselves in five core values and beliefs. These core values drive our commitment to customers and our business decisions.
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Put People First

We treat others as they want to be treated: with respect, integrity, and honesty. We never compromise on the safety, health, and well-being of others. Our employees are foundational to our success, which is why we invest in our people and communities.

Act with Integrity

We recognize that successful projects and relationships are built on transparency, character, and pride. Our founder’s legacy and reputation are everything, which is why we will not rest until our promises are fulfilled. Our decisions and actions are guided by an unwavering moral code and our faith in God.

Green icon depicting a hand holding a flag, symbolizing the T.J. Dyer Company's core value

Lead by Example

We honor our commitments and take ownership of the outcomes. We recognize that we are accountable to our clients, our shareholders, and each other – and we act accordingly. We deliver solutions, not excuses. We do the right thing, first and always.

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Challenge Ordinary

We set the standard by exploring new processes and emerging technologies to solve our clients’ challenges. We are forward-thinking, and we challenge the status quo when there’s a better way to do things. We champion continuous improvement for ourselves and our industry.

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Build Lifelong Partnerships

We are in this for the long term, and we strive to build relationships that last with our clients and people. We treat every engagement as an opportunity to earn trust with win-win solutions and outstanding results. We listen to understand and embrace blameless problem-solving.

Leadership Team

Portrait of Christopher C. Ayers, President of the T.J. Dyer Company, showcasing leadership and commitment

Christopher C. Ayers

President

Ryan Vaught, VP of Commercial Operations for the Thomas J. Dyer Company, a Cincinnati-based mechanical

Ryan Vaught

VP of Commercial Operations

Zach Vater, VP of Process and Industrial Operations for T.J. Dyer Company, in a professional

Zach Vater

VP of Process & Industrial Operations

Mike Heaton, Estimating Manager for the Thomas J. Dyer Company, pictured in a professional headshot

Mike Heaton

Estimating Manager

Portrait of Christopher C. Ayers, President of the T.J. Dyer Company, showcasing leadership and commitment

James Lee Montgomery

Lexington Field Operations Manager

Mike Burgess, Lexington Operations Manager for the Thomas J. Dyer Company, smiles in a professional

Mike Burgess

Lexington Operations Manager

Dave Watts

Dave Watts

Director of Field Operations Cincinnati/Dayton

What Our Clients Have to Say

“T.J. Dyer has always exceeded our expectations on the quality of their work, the professionalism of their skilled tradesmen and management staff while meeting our construction schedules. We have teamed with T.J. Dyer on many projects over the past 12 years and look forward to many more.”

Automotive Plant Maintenance Supervisor

“It has been difficult for us to find a company that possesses both the quality of craftsmanship and level of service that we expect with our fabrication, but Thomas J. Dyer continually exceeds these high expectations.”

Industrial Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Backed by certifications and association memberships

ASHRAE Certified logo highlighting T.J. Dyer Company's certifications and association memberships, demonstrating their commitment
LEED Certified seal highlighting leadership in energy and environmental design, showcasing T.J. Dyer Company’s certifications
ACI Certification logo showcasing the company's commitment to quality and industry standards, highlighting certifications
NSPE certification logo displayed, highlighting the Thomas J. Dyer Company’s commitment to quality and association
IFMA logo, the International Facility Management Association, showcasing T.J. Dyer Company's certifications and association memberships
AWS logo displayed as part of T.J. Dyer Company's certifications and association memberships, highlighting
Logo of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, showcasing T.J. Dyer Company's association memberships and certifications
T.J. Dyer Company affiliation logo displaying Allied Construction Industries, showcasing certifications and association memberships supporting
T.J. Dyer Company's affiliation with Plumbers, Pipefitters & Mechanical Equipment Service Local 392 in Cincinnati
ASME certification logo demonstrating the Thomas J. Dyer Company's commitment to quality and industry standards
T.J. Dyer Company's affiliation with the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) demonstrates their commitment
T.J. Dyer Company's affiliation with the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, showcasing their commitment
T.J. Dyer Company affiliation logo displaying the Spirit of Construction Foundation, building the future
T.J. Dyer Company logo showcasing affiliations and certifications, highlighting their commitment to quality craftsmanship
NAWIC logo, representing The National
Logo for Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Local 162 in Dayton, Ohio, highlighting skilled tradesmen
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