CPMCA is committed to the highest standards of training, education, competence, and integrity. Membership represents a personal commitment to excellence and professionalism within the mechanical contracting industry. In return, CPMCA provides exclusive resources, advocacy, and opportunities designed to strengthen both individual members and their companies.
Members benefit from a comprehensive range of services, including labor relations support, industry communications, and educational seminars covering project management, jobsite supervision (foreman training), construction law, and job safety. CPMCA keeps its members informed and prepared with timely updates on government regulations, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
Membership Types
CPMCA offers two membership categories: Contractor Members and Affiliate/Associate Members.
All membership types include:
- Quarterly networking events with industry peers
- Opportunities to exhibit at CPMCA’s annual tabletop program
- Sponsorship and attendance opportunities at events throughout the year
- Company listing in the CPMCA website and membership directory
- Access to advertising opportunities
Contractor Membership
When you join CPMCA as a contractor member, CPMCA pays your membership dues to the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA)—providing your company with access to one of the mechanical contracting industry’s leading national organizations.
MCAA serves approximately 2,500 firms engaged in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, piping, and mechanical service. Through MCAA membership, contractors gain access to industry-leading education, training, resources, and programs designed to strengthen managerial, technical, and operational expertise.
MCAA also encompasses several specialized industry organizations and initiatives, including the Mechanical Service Contractors of America (MSCA), Plumbing Contractors of America (PCA), Manufacturer/Supplier Council, Mechanical Contracting Education & Research Foundation (MCERF), and the National Certified Pipe Welding Bureau (NCPWB).
Your CPMCA membership connects your company to valuable resources and expertise at both the local and national levels—all with your MCAA membership dues covered by CPMCA.
Membership also provides access to valuable tools and connections, including:
- Public bidding opportunities
- Updates on regulations, mandates, and human resources issues
- Networking with professionals from more than 100 member businesses
- Participation in up to 10 committees focused on industry issues
- Support through the Joint Labor Management Committee for mutually beneficial labor agreements
- Company promotion through the CPMCA member directory
- Exclusive advertising opportunities
Contractor Annual Dues:
Less than 100K Man Hours in the previous calendar year: $600 billed annually
More than 100K Man Hours in the previous calendar year: $1000 billed annually
Affiliate/Associate Membership
Affiliate membership is available to any corporation, firm, or individual with an interest in the affairs of CPMCA that does not qualify for regular membership.
This category is intended for manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, vendors, service providers, and consultants. It does not include contractors or subcontractors engaged in mechanical system construction. Associate members are not required to become signatory to any labor agreements as a condition of membership.
All associate membership applications must be sponsored by one CPMCA member in good standing. Associate members enjoy all rights and privileges of membership, with the following exceptions:
- They may not serve as officers or directors
- They may not vote in association or corporate affairs
- Meeting attendance is at the discretion of the Board of Directors
Associate membership is open to any corporation, firm, or individual with an interest in CPMCA and whose principal source of income is derived from the construction industry but does not qualify for regular (contractor) membership.
This category does not include contractors or subcontractors engaged in mechanical contracting or those competing directly with CPMCA contractor members.
Affiliate members are not required to become signatory to any labor agreements by virtue of their membership. Applications must be sponsored by one CPMCA member in good standing. Affiliate members receive all rights and privileges of membership, except:
- They may not serve as officers or directors
- They may not vote in association or corporate affairs
- Meeting attendance is at the discretion of the Board of Directors
Affiliate/Associate Annual Dues: $1000 per calendar year
