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"Old Road Warrior" Banquet Held in LBK BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE
rucking plays a critical role T in the U.S. supply chain and economy. Over 72% of goods in
America are shipped by truck, and in most communities, trucks are the only form of delivery. OUR OBJECTIVE During the pandemic America's “Strengthening Families, Building Community” truck drivers were on the front lines, delivering goods to every Join our efforts and become a member today. corner of the country, and demonstrating how essential truck drivers are. Unfortunately, truckers do not always get the recognition that they deserve for all the long hauls and hours of driving, hard work, as well as for being away from Lubbock, TX. Texas Tech University- The their families for long periods of time. Institute of Environmental and Human Health “We just don’t realDuties: For the Institute of Environmental and Human Health at Texas Tech University, duties include: Provide laboratory analyses of milk samples submitted by the Texas Department of ize how much of an State Health Services (DSHS). Analyses shall meet laboratory proficiency standards as set impact the truck drivby the National Conference of Interstate Milk Shipments and the current U.S. Public Health ers have on our daily Service Grade "A" Pasteurized Milk Ordinance. Shall ensure compliance with Chapter 435 lives,” said Fred Deof the Texas Health and Safety Code titled "Dairy Products". Support and services provided Leon who started will be consistent with the Statements of Work and Performance Measures established by truck driving at the TXDSHS program contracts. Provide laboratory support as needed and directed to the age of 17 and has Bioterrorism Laboratory Response Network capability at TIEHH/TTU to ensure the uninterrupted been driving for 55 accomplishment of its mission. Elements include the receipt, analyses and reporting of data years with 4 million related to submitted samples, as well as direct support of designated research efforts in the miles under his belt. “We deliver goods biological safety level three (BSL- 3) facility. Conduct quality control tests. Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed. throughout the UnitPrepare test solutions, compounds or reagents for conducting tests. Shall provide laboratory ed States,” he said. He shared about the and other support and other services as directed by supervisor. changes that have occurred for truckers Qualifications: A PhD in Environmental Toxicology, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Microbiology since the 70s and 80s or related field is required. Two years of research experience is required. explaining that then there were only CB Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of practices and regulations described in the current radios to communi"Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories" (BMBL). Knowledge of laws cate with other truckpertaining to the shipping/ receiving of hazardous substances. Knowledge of laboratory ers also on the road. proficiency standards as set by the National Conference of Interstate Milk Shipments and “There were no cellthe current U.S. Public Health Service Grade "A" Pasteurized Milk Ordinance. Knowledge phones or GPS,” said of regulations described in Chapter 435 of the Texas Health and Safety Code titled "Dairy DeLeon adding how Products". Knowledge of regulatory laboratory biosafety guidelines. Knowledge of working times have changed with pathogens in BSL-3 containment. Certification as a State of Texas Certified Milk Analyst. since he first started driving. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability; apply online at www.workattexastech.com; req#28420. He recalled other truckers including
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Manuel Rosa Jr., Jesse Ramon, Pepe Ramirez, and Andy Ursua who was 16 years old when he started and is still driving today. “Without truck drivers, there would be no food on our tables, or our cleaning supplies or toiletries,” he said. That’s what prompted DeLeon to hold a banquet to honor truck drivers from the South Plains area. He invited Aurelia Conde to help him organize the inaugural “Old Road Warriors Banquet” in Lubbock with the sole purpose of the banquet being to bring recognition to the many truckers that have more than five million miles under their belts. Because the term road warrior defines a person who travels extensively for business, as well as a catchphrase often labeling truck drivers he thought it would be a great title for the inaugural banquet. DeLeon invited other family and friends to bring the event together. Nancy DeLeon said, “I was very pleased and honored when my uncle Fred asked me to join in and help out.” She said that her uncle thought it would be a great idea to recognize the truck drivers that have been driving for so long, with a trophy, a t-shirt, and a ring. She added how surprised and pleased everyone was with the turnout, as well as the truckers being pleased with the support and acknowledgment they received. “We just don’t realize how much of an impact the truck drivers have on our daily lives,” she said adding how happy she was that her uncle acted on his idea and that his dedication was an example of what many truckers possess when they dedicated themselves to their careers and the community. Congratulations to Fred DeLeon and his committee, and thank you to all the dedicated truckers from Latino Lubbock Magazine!
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