R.J.’S Soda Service, Inc. is a contractor specializing in the installation and servicing of post-mix fountain equipment systems. Established in 1979, our company has gained a reputation as one of the best in the field, doing business with, among others, the Coca-Cola Company, Lancer, Cornelius, Manitowoc, and Multiplex.
The technicians employed by R.J.’S Soda Service, Inc. are specially trained to install just about every type of post-mix fountain equipment.
We are eager to offer customers the same unparalleled delivery service and competitive prices as our CO2 customers.
The year was 1979 and Ralph J. Munguia was not prepared to start up a company; all he wanted to do was take a vacation. However, when his employer refused to allow him time off to take a well-earned vacation, he was faced with a life-changing decision: take a vacation and come home unemployed or take a vacation and come home to start a business. Fortunately, he chose the latter and, thus, was born R.J.’s Soda Service, Inc.
Relying on Coca-Cola Fountain for contract work servicing and installing fountain equipment, Ralph soon established himself as someone who was willing to do just about anything to get the job done. Working out of his home, he worked diligently to build his new operation.
As his reputation as a “go-getter” spread, so did his business. Within six months he brought his brother Michael Munguia on board. In a year’s time his other brother, Anthony Munguia, joined them. With the addition of life-long friend, Gilbert Ortega, in 1983, the brain trust of the company was complete. The company incorporated in 1984 with Ralph, Michael and Gilbert serving as, respectively, President, Vice-President, and Treasurer.
Establishing a company was one thing; maintaining a successful company has required a lot of hard work from everyone involved – from management to field and office personnel. R.J.’s Soda Service, Inc. attributes much of its success to their employees who over the years have made vital contributions to the company. Striving to maintain a feeling of “family”, each member of the team is valued as individuals and not just as an employee number. The long-lasting relationships of past and present employees are a testament to the warm atmosphere that welcomes everyone at R.J.’s Soda, Service, Inc. It is a philosophy that has echoed down from its founder.
Today, R.J.’s Soda Service, Inc. employs 40 people and is a well-known name in the beverage business. The company continues their long-time association with Coca-Cola North America and Reyes, becoming the largest independent Hispanic sub-contractor for Coca-Cola Fountain. Branching out to include a CO2 distributorship in 1984. Their reputation has led them to develop working relationships with Cornelius, Lancer, Wunderbar and other manufacturers. Well respected and highly regarded, Ralph’s sons Chris, Alex, and Ralph Jr. have been called upon throughout the years for their experience and expertise, serving as trainers for the Coca-Cola Company as well as other companies in their related field.
The credo of R.J.’s Soda Service, Inc. has been the hallmark that sets this company head and shoulders above the rest: provide quality work at a fair price.
