Founding member John McBeth was one of the two original founders of O&M Industries, and in classic Humboldt fashion, there’s a striking resemblance to current longtime board member Rob McBeth. The company’s leadership connection across generations reflects both continuity within the firm and its longstanding involvement with the Humboldt Builders Exchange.
O&M Industries originated as a locally driven industrial contracting and fabrication company, formed to meet the mechanical and construction needs of Humboldt’s mills, plants, and industrial facilities during a period of significant regional growth. From the beginning, the company distinguished itself through its mechanical capabilities, field expertise, and ability to take on complex industrial work that required precision rather than volume.
Over the decades, O&M expanded beyond Humboldt County while maintaining its local presence. Today, the company provides industrial construction, mechanical contracting, pipefitting, and fabrication across multiple western states. Despite that geographic reach, O&M remains tied to its Humboldt roots — not only through ongoing industrial work in the region, but through sustained engagement in the local construction community.
Rob McBeth’s longtime service on the Humboldt Builders Exchange Board continues the company’s founding tradition of stewardship, industry leadership, and commitment to the trades. From John’s era to Rob’s, O&M Industries stands as an example of how locally founded companies can grow outward while continuing to contribute to the development and culture of Humboldt’s construction industry.
