Meet the Leadership Team at Gardner Air
Gardner Air’s leadership is rooted in integrity, experience, and proven results.
About Our Team
Gardner Air’s reputation for quality commercial HVAC service comes from the people who lead it. Our leadership team combines decades of hands-on fieldwork with strategic oversight to ensure every service call, project, and client experience reflects our high standards. From technician training to long-term customer care, our team works together to keep businesses across Southern California comfortable, efficient, and well-supported.
Dirk Gardner – Owner, President
Dirk started Gardner Air in 2006 with a vision: build an HVAC company that does things the right way. With over 30 years in the industry and a background as a technician, Dirk knows this work inside and out. He’s built a team that shares his belief in integrity, communication, and showing up prepared. That foundation is what Gardner Air is built on.
Marci McBee – General Manager
Marci keeps everything moving. She’s been with us since 2010 and plays a key role in managing our day-to-day operations. With a focus on building a strong team and keeping customer service sharp, Marci makes sure things run smoothly behind the scenes—so clients always get the support they need.
Scott Juhnke – Project Manager / Commercial Estimator
Scott is the steady hand guiding our commercial projects. Since 2010, he’s been handling estimates, planning, and keeping schedules and budgets on track. He’s great at balancing details with big-picture thinking, and his communication keeps everyone aligned, from start to finish.
Melissa Miller – Operations Coordinator & Dispatch
Melissa is the person behind the phone when things need to happen fast. Since 2018, she’s been coordinating our field crews and keeping our schedule organized. Whether it’s a last-minute dispatch or a routine maintenance visit, Melissa makes sure we’re responsive and ready.
Heather Hickman – Operations Coordinator & Purchasing
Heather’s been with Gardner Air since 2014, and she’s the reason our field techs always have what they need. She handles purchasing, accounting, and back-end logistics with care and consistency. Her organization helps keep jobs running without delays and vendors in sync with our pace.
Brandon Wade – Field Service Supervisor
Brandon joined in 2020 and quickly became an essential part of our technician development. As a Field Supervisor, he’s out there every day helping the next generation learn the ropes safely and thoroughly. He leads by example and makes sure quality never slips in the field.
Sidney Morrison – Preventive Maintenance Sales Specialist
Sidney came aboard in 2020 and focuses on helping clients get ahead of HVAC issues. She handles site visits, equipment evaluations, and maintenance proposals with a down-to-earth, solution-first mindset. Her work helps businesses avoid downtime and plan smarter.
Brandon Guminski – Field Service Supervisor
Brandon’s been with us since 2016 and brings experience, leadership, and a whole lot of energy to the field. He oversees our field operations and is known for his eye for detail, technical skills, and loud personality, which we wouldn’t trade for anything.
What Makes Gardner Air Different
At Gardner Air, we know that commercial HVAC is about keeping your building comfortable and running without surprises. Our leadership team stays focused on clear communication, long-term solutions, and being there when you need us.
We’re the kind of team that doesn’t cut corners or leave you in the dark. Whether you need preventative maintenance, a full replacement, or a new installation, Gardner Air delivers reliable service with the professionalism and follow-through you expect.
