Organizational values, longevity, and safety crucial to District success.
Eagle River Water & Sanitation District recently celebrated its employees’ outstanding performance, longevity, and commitment to organizational values. It’s an annual display of the positive workplace culture the district focuses on cultivating every day.
Project Manager Jenna Beairsto earned the Employee of the Year award for her unwavering dedication, exceptional problem-solving skills, and collaborative spirit as she led multiple complex projects, often with unexpected challenges. Her colleagues noted her calm and steady work ethic, willingness to help or lead many different types of projects, and that she actively incorporates sustainable practices into the design of new projects.
Eight individuals were recognized for exemplifying district values: Accountability – Sarah Brown, Community Partnership – Daniel Hychalk, Customer Confidence – Jon Hite, Environmental Stewardship – Chuck Martellaro, Leadership and Continuous Improvement – Wade McCaulley, Long Range Planning and Preparation – Salma Huque, Personnel Dedication – Michael Rae, and Service – Tracy Rymph.
The district acknowledges employees for milestone years of service and recognized 11 employees for reaching five-, 10-, 15-, 20-, and 25-year anniversaries in 2024. Bobby Mascarenas celebrated 25 years of service; Fred Fernandez marked 20 years of service; Leah Cribari, Tony Matteo, and Abel Vasquez each marked 15 years of service; and six employees were recognized for five- and 10-year anniversaries.
The Operation Technology Services department earned the Green Cross Safety Award for exceptional leadership in workplace safety during 2024. Their team prioritized safety in project preparation, repairs, and routine processes, integrating it into method of procedures (MOPs), job safety analysis (JSAs), and weekly meetings.
District staff are skilled professionals who choose to serve the community by providing clean water for rivers and safe drinking water for residents and visitors. If you’re seeking a rewarding career with a collaborative team, excellent benefits, and competitive pay, visit our jobs website.