Employee Spotlight: Mark Boston

Beginning in 1985, Mark began his career washing and detailing equipment part-time at Central Illinois Ag. He wasn’t sure what he wanted to do for a living, but this part-time job led into being full-time for 36 years and to his passion of finding solutions, repairing equipment, delivering, and helping with setups within the service department.

Primarily as a small engine technician for Central Illinois Ag, Mark was known as a problem solver within the community and service department. Amongst other equipment, he specialized in working on lawn mowers and was well-known for his knowledge.

“Mark was a great technician because he understood the customer’s needs, the value of their equipment, and he was also able to communicate well between the business and customer,” said Kip Hoke, Central Illinois Ag Service Manager.

It was common for customers to request Mark to work on their equipment. Mark recalls many times, especially during season, that he would continue working until the job was complete, one time even using his headlights on the truck to finish a job. Seeing the clock at 5 P.M. meant very little when a customer was counting on him to fix their unit. A lot has changed since 1985 when it comes to equipment and engines, but one thing that remains the same is Mark’s work ethic.

Throughout the years, he has completed many courses to further his education including engine classes, planter classes, and skid steer classes. Mark enjoys the diversity of knowledge he has obtained through his years in the service department.

Mark describes the service department in Clinton as family. “If you need something, you help each other,” he said.

Since day one on the job as a wash boy for George H. Dunn to his final day as a small engine technician for Central Illinois Ag, we are grateful for the 36 years of service that Mark has given to the customers, and Central Illinois Ag.

During retirement, Mark plans to take more trips riding his Harley-Davidson. Mark and his wife, Paula, have visited every Harley-Davidson dealership in Illinois.

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