● Meet the Sentry Steel Team

The Team

Keith Hopper / President & Owner

Keith Hopper

President/Owner
Matt Hopper / Executive VP

Matt Hopper

Executive VP
Chris Hopper / VP Operations

Chris Hopper

VP Operations
Will Hopper / Project Manager

Will Hopper

Project Manager
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Steve Herrington

Crane & Rigging Operations Manager
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Damon Hornbuckle

Sr. Estimator/PM
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Holly Moncrief

HR Director
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Kim Wilson

Office Manager
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Darrell Binkley

General Superintendent
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David Poston

Sr. Estimator/PM
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Bob Dorris

Crane & Rigging Sales
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● About

About Sentry Steel: Nashville’s Steel Erection, Crane & Rigging Experts

Sentry Steel Service Company, Inc. delivers structural steel erection, crane rental, and rigging services for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects in Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Locally owned since 1965, we are trusted for our safety, expertise, and reliability.

● Our Story & Local Experience

Why Choose Sentry Steel in Middle Tennessee?

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Certified Steel Erection Experts

Our team includes OSHA-trained and industry-certified professionals specializing in steel erection, welding, crane operation, and site safety for projects of all sizes.

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Decades of Local Experience

With more than 60 years serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee, Sentry Steel brings extensive knowledge of local regulations, suppliers, and project needs.

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Unmatched Safety & Reliability

Sentry Steel maintains an impeccable safety record, strict compliance with OSHA standards, and a proven system for handling deadlines and job-site challenges.

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Customer-First Project Management

Our communication is clear, proposals are detailed, and every job is managed with your outcomes, schedule, and satisfaction as our top priorities.

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● Shaping Nashville Since 1965

Family-Owned.
Locally Focused.

Since 1965, Sentry Steel Service Company has been at the heart of Middle Tennessee’s growth, proudly shaping commercial, institutional, and industrial spaces across the region. Family-owned from the beginning, our legacy is built on lasting community partnerships and a tradition of exceeding expectations.

From iconic landmarks to local projects, our crews deliver dependable results across Middle Tennessee. We stand behind every job with the same integrity and commitment that have defined us for generations.