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Goyette Mechanical

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Goyette Mechanical has a concerning safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$2,720
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$56,737
Back wages owed

Goyette Mechanical in Flint, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,720. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 100 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Goyette Mechanical 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $56,737 in back wages owed to 99 affected workers. For comparison, Whole Life Construction, LLC in Newtown, CT is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $59,400 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
29%
of penalized employers rank lower
$56,737
in back wages recovered

How Goyette Mechanical compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Goyette Mechanical runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$2,720 Top 29% most affordable more affordable than 71% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

What the Data Says About Goyette Mechanical

The federal enforcement record for Goyette Mechanical in Flint, MI includes 2 OSHA inspections and 2 violations, translating to 1.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 1 (50.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 1 (50.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $6,800 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $2,720 - a 60.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $1,360. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $56,737 in back wages owed to 99 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-01-25 to 2012-02-23, a window of roughly 2 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-01-25

Last Inspection

2012-02-23

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,360

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $1,360 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

50.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$6,800

Current Penalty Amount

$2,720

Penalty Reduction

60.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$59,457

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $4,080 from the initial assessment of $6,800. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$56,737
Employees Affected
99
WHD Violations
100
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$573
Avg Back Wages per Case
$56,737

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Goyette Mechanical owed $56,737 in back wages to 99 employees across 1 case and 100 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Goyette Mechanical compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Goyette Mechanical Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 2 3.3
Total Penalty $2,720 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,360 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goyette Mechanical safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Goyette Mechanical's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Goyette Mechanical have? ▼
Goyette Mechanical has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,720.
How many OSHA inspections has Goyette Mechanical had? ▼
Goyette Mechanical has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-01-25 and the most recent on 2012-02-23. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Goyette Mechanical? ▼
Goyette Mechanical has been assessed $2,720 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $6,800 (a 60.0% reduction). Additionally, $56,737 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Goyette Mechanical have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Goyette Mechanical has 1 serious violations, and 1 repeat violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
Has Goyette Mechanical been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Goyette Mechanical, resulting in $56,737 in back wages owed to 99 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Goyette Mechanical operate in? ▼
Goyette Mechanical operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238220). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Goyette Mechanical owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Goyette Mechanical owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $56,737 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Goyette Mechanical's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Goyette Mechanical's total OSHA penalty of $2,720 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Whole Life Construction, LLC in Newtown, CT is a similar construction employer with $59,400 in current penalties.

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Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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