Bassett Mechanical has promoted three executives to expanded leadership roles as the company aligns its technical capabilities, service strategy and operational management with its business growth.
Announced Oct. 12, 2026, the appointments name Tim Cook as vice president of solutions and technical services, Lee Schmidt as vice president of strategic growth and service, and Tyler Petersen as vice president of operations.
The changes are intended to strengthen leadership across the company’s mechanical services and support its focus on customer relationships, technical innovation and project delivery.
Kim Bassett, CEO of Bassett Mechanical, said the promotions align leadership responsibilities with the company’s growth, service offerings, technical expertise and operational execution priorities.
Cook previously served as associate vice president of refrigeration solutions. In his new position, he will guide technical service offerings and solution development across mechanical, refrigeration, HVAC and plumbing systems. His previous work included developing customer-focused refrigeration solutions and strengthening customer relationships.
Schmidt moves into the strategic growth and service role after serving as vice president of HVAC and plumbing solutions. His responsibilities will focus on long-term growth initiatives, customer partnerships and service strategies. He has also contributed to developing business opportunities and expanding the company’s market presence.
Petersen, formerly vice president of fabrication and field operations, will assume broader responsibility for operations. His work has included continuous improvement initiatives and investments in fabrication, prefabrication, technology, facilities and project delivery processes.
In his new role, Petersen will oversee the teams, systems and resources supporting safe, high-quality project execution.
Mechanical contractors must coordinate technical expertise, customer service and field operations to deliver complex building and industrial projects. Leadership structures that connect these functions can help companies manage growth while maintaining quality and efficiency.
Bassett Mechanical’s promotions place dedicated executive leadership across technical solutions, service and strategic growth, and operational delivery. The changes reflect the company’s focus on strengthening internal capabilities and supporting customers across its mechanical service offerings.
Source: Bassett Mechanical.
