National
Heavy Equipment Operators School is
pleased to recognize Mr. Dean Harris
as a featured graduate. We chose Dean
because he displayed tremendous courage
in making a career change. Dean has
placed a premium on his family that
we salute.
Prior
to becoming a gainful heavy equipment operator, Dean owned and
operated his own business. Dean fed his family by operating full
motion simulators as an amusement for folks in places like shopping
malls. Malls usually cater to the public from 10:00 AM to 10:00
PM or later, 7 days a week. This left very little time for Dean
to spend with his family. Dean had tried other professions too.
He dabbled in general contracting and even janitorial serves.
All took there toll on Dean and his family. Dean had had enough
of dealing with the public. He was also quite tired of not being
able spend time with his loved ones.
Dean graduated
from National Heavy Equipment Operators School in February of
2002. Since then he has become proficient on the care and operation
of the Cat 33L Excavator, John Deere 644 Wheel Loader, Cat D 6
– 8 Bulldozers, Bobcat skid steer loaders and compact excavators,
tractor-trailers, and dump trucks He acquired a basic skill set
for all this equipment while with us. He has now worked his way
up the food chain with JRC Construction. He is now a construction
and land clearing supervisor.
We asked
Dean what he liked about being a heavy equipment operator the
best. He explained that he enjoyed having a job that was Monday
through Friday from 7 to 4. “I enjoy being with my family
and we now have fun together. Dean likes water sports the best
and now, has the time and the money to pursue them. Dean’s
goals for the future include “being a site supervisor earning
65,000 a year.
We wish
Dean good fortune and know he will do well. He has drive, determination,
excellent traning, and now, Graduate of the Month going for him.
Thanks
Dean! |
