About SIS

IMG_9701 OfficeSince 1969 SIS has set a new standard in our industry.

The SIS philosophy is simple: We recognize that we are only as good as our last job. Therefore, everything we do, large or small, is vitally important to your satisfaction and to our success. This approach is reflected in the painstaking detail and communication on each and every project. And the result of this approach is a long list of satisfied clients and a steady rate of growth over 43 years.

SIS Mission

The mission of Smith Industrial Service is to provide total quality in all business activities in the industrial service industry to the best of our ability. We are committed to being the leading industrial cleaning contractor in regard to safety, ethics, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

A Company of Leaders

There is no doubt that the people of SIS have made the company what it is today. Every person contributes valuable leadership in every area. Our people are our largest asset; our top 20 employees represent 466 total years of knowledge and expertise. The principals and management of the company are personally involved in every project. There is no detail that goes unnoticed and your 100% satisfaction is vitally important to every member of the SIS team.

Smith Industrial Services have been awarded “Mobile’s Future 30” for two consecutive years. The company’s focus on the highest standards has made us one of the area’s fastest growing business year after year.

Chris Smith, Owner/President, Smith Industrial Services, Inc.

Chris has 31 years of experience in the industrial cleaning industry. A graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Finance, Chris has managed the company since 1986. During this time he has seen the company grow from 10 employees to now over 180. He is a member of the Water Jetting Technology Association, Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors, Board of Directors Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation,. Board of Trustees St. Paul’s Episcopal School, Mobile College Presidents Advisory Council, Association of General Contractors and other trade and civic organizations.

Michael Kaiser, Executive Vice President, Smith Industrial Services, Inc.

Michael has over 25 years of experience in leadership and engineering roles, He has a B.S. in Nuclear Engineering and completed 8 years of active United States Naval service in the Navy Nuclear Power Program. Prior to joining Smith Industrial Services, he spent 14 years in manufacturing with International Paper Company and continued to develop very structured and process-oriented skills. Once he joined Smith Industrial Services Michael managed the Chemical Business until he was selected for his current role as Executive Vice President. Michael has specialized training in Root Cause Failure Analysis, is a Six Sigma Black Belt, and is very advanced in other problem-solving skills. He is responsible for all operations and business management.