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Mountaineer Heating & Cooling employs a number of HVAC Technicians and Installers. For employment opportunities, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@mountaineerheatcool.com or filling out the following form!
All Mountaineer Heating & Cooling employees are screened for background and must submit to random drug tests. Mountaineer Heating & Cooling employees perform installations and services under North Carolina H3 Class 2 license #11342 and all employees are insured.
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Meet Our Office Staff
Winston Petrey
Owner/Interim Install Manager
Originally from Boone, NC, Winston established Mountaineer Heating & Cooling in 1981 after attending Watauga High School, Mercer University and Appalachian State University. He recognizes and adapts to the ever-evolving landscape of the HVAC industry and maintains Mountaineer Heating & Cooling as a HVAC leader in the High Country. He takes pride in overseeing a company that continues to grow with the community and provides an essential service with the utmost integrity. Winston is a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church, enjoys spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and in his free time is a skilled fisherman. He lives in Boone with his wife Karen.
Bob Johnson
Shop Foreman and Metal Fabricator
Bob Johnson works in our Installation Department as our Shop Foreman. If it can be made out of sheet metal, Bob can make it. He’s been a part of our team since 1994 and brings a level of pride and craftsmanship to our work that is rare these days. You may also find Bob pre-planning one of our many install jobs before the work is actually completed. Bob makes his home in one of the most beautiful parts of Watauga County, Sugar Grove.
Jack McCoy
Home Comfort Specialist
Jack is a Boone local, who graduated from Watauga High School and Appalachian State, earning a degree in Public Relations. He prides himself on his years of excellent customer service experience and has never met a stranger. Jack is solution oriented and looks forward to serving his hometown as part of the Mountaineer Heating and Cooling team. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys hiking, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoys spending time with his family and cooking at home with his two dogs and three cats.
Brooks Norris
Install & Sales Coordinator
Brooks Norris moved to the High Country in 1993 and considers herself a local. Brooks is an active member of South fork Baptist church in downtown Todd NC. In her spare time she loves spending time with her family, cooking and crocheting. Brooks is married to Scott and they have three boys and four grandchildren.
Mitchel Pace
Field Supervisor
Started his HVAC career with us in 2022, left for a short spell at the end of 2023 and came back to us in beginning of 2024. He was later prompted to Install Field Supervisor in October of 2024. He continues to be a massive asset to the Install Department and plays a crucial role in departmental operations, development and growth.
Drew Petrey
Service Manager
Drew Petrey, from Boone, NC, grew up in the heating and air industry. He joined his father full time with Mountaineer Heating & Cooling as a Service Technician in 2003 after several ventures as an entrepreneur. He spent time in the Sales Division before heading the service department in 2010. He assumed the General Manager position in 2015. Drew holds many industry certifications and maintains a State of North Carolina H3 Class 1 HVAC License. He enjoys the challenges of the industry and finds great satisfaction in seeing projects completed with excellence. Drew is a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Boone where he serves in the children’s and music ministry. He enjoys spending time with his family, reading, playing guitar, and is a true sportsman enjoying many outdoor activities. Drew lives in Boone with his wife Fran, and children Evie, Mary Fran, Ward, Cade & Benjamin.
Dave James
Home Comfort Specialist
Dave James, from Sugar Grove, joined Mountaineer Heating & Cooling in 2011 and has over 25 years of experience in sales, marketing and business development. He is a local graduate of Watauga High School and Appalachian State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He works with home and business owners daily, providing education on the latest innovations in the HVAC industry and enjoys helping customers find the best solution for their unique projects. He is also the resident expert in home assessments and has extensive training in load calculation and system design. Dave is an avid sports fan and member of the ASU Yosef Club as well as several recreational leagues. He also enjoys reading, traveling, golf, DIY projects, cooking (especially grilling) and what friends have described as a “tailgating culinary adventure.” He lives in Blowing Rock with his fiancé, Jessica, their schnauzer, Jetson, and they are expecting an addition to their family in 2021.
Coreen Tupponce
Service Coordinator & Dispatcher
Coreen is a skilled Dispatch Coordinator with over five years of experience in dispatch and administration. Since 2018, she has been recognized for her exceptional problem-solving abilities and organizational skills, which play a crucial role in streamlining operations and fostering effective team communication. In 2021, Coreen graduated from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Facility, further broadening her expertise across various fields. After relocating from Tampa, Florida, to North Carolina in April 2024, she brings a fresh perspective and a steadfast commitment to excellence in her work. Outside of her professional endeavors, Coreen is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys exploring nature with her energetic four-year-old son. Her combination of professional expertise and community engagement makes her a valuable asset to her team.
Joshua Jones, MSW
Office Operations Manager and Controller
Joshua joined the business operations side of Mountaineer Heating & Cooling in 2021, where he is now using his administrative skills and heart for teams and people to run our office operations, in addition to being our financial controller. He has played a significant role in company growth and development over the years and has developed several of our internal programs and processes. Our office operations and financials have never been managed as effectively and efficiently as they are now. He lives in Watauga with his wife, Molly, their daughter Hazel and son, Jackson. He enjoys everything Star Wars, Pokemon, Excel and the Gym.
Meet Our Field Operations / Installation Staff
Elijah Stines
Installation Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2019.
Micah Powers
Installation Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2023.
Trey Edwards
Installation Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2021.
Luke Powers
Installation Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2023.
Meet Our Field Operations / Service Staff
Jeremey Gregg
Service Technician
Started his HVAC career in 2006 and has been with Mountaineer Heating & Cooling since 2013. He also assists Install as needed.
Brandon Manies
Service Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2021.
Galen Wilkes
Service Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2018. He also assists Install as needed.
Sean Frindethie
Service Technician
Started his HVAC career with us in 2020, but had to relocate temporarily. He continued to work in HVAC and relocated back here and joined our team again in 2023