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Making a Difference
by OneWatco
It’s time to announce this year’s first Be the Difference award winners. Join us in congratulating David Glover, Tristan Ivy, Chris Wise, Jammes Tidwell, John McAndrew, Chase Williams, Ismael Escobedo, Christopher “Todd” Droddy, and Christopher “Juice” Walther.
“Watco’s biggest asset is our team members,” said Rachael Peterson, Watco Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer. “Congratulations to these individuals for making a difference and living Watco’s Foundation Principles each and every day. Thank you for all that you do.”
Established last year, the Be the Difference awards recognize team members who are living Watco’s Foundation Principles: value our people, value our customers, and safely improve every day. This quarter’s winners will receive $250 gift cards to the Watco Gear store and an exclusive hard hat sticker showcasing they’re an award winner.
One Watco Award - Given to an individual or group of team members whose teamwork generates an exceptional result for Watco or a customer.
Recipients: David Glover, Tristan Ivy, Chris Wise, Jammes Tidwell, John McAndrew, Chase Williams, and Ismael Escobedo.
These two Texas switching crews are just one reason why the customer at Freeport Industrial Rail is happy with the service Watco provides.
Known for their swift and safe service, these team members have a history of helping the customer avoid potential delays and a plant shutdown.
Learn more about how both teams regularly provide award-winning service for this customer. https://www.watco.com/compliments-roll-in-for-watco/
Extra Mile Award - Given to an individual or a group of team members who go above and beyond the call of duty at work or in the community.
Recipient: Christopher “Todd” Droddy Good enough isn’t good enough for Track Inspector Todd Droddy. At the Louisiana Southern Railroad (LAS), he’s known for going above and beyond in his duties as well as helping his fellow teammates.
LAS General Manager Blake Smith best describes him as a "success story." In addition, Droddy’s direct supervisor Judson Rogers said, “He does an excellent job for his team. He takes ownership and pride in everything he does.”
Read more to discover the many ways this award winner goes the extra mile. https://www.watco.com/good-enough-isnt-good-enough-for-track-inspector/
Safe Performance Award: Given to an individual or group of team members who take action to ensure safety for fellow team members, customers, suppliers, or property.
Recipient: Christopher “Juice” Walther
Safety hazards never take a day off. Neither does Juice Walther when it comes to his commitment to one of Watco’s Foundation Principles: safely improving every day.
After noticing two employees of a third-party contractor attempting to unthaw a valve with their truck exhaust, Walther executed Stop Work Authority.
Keep reading to learn how this Safe Performance Award winner prevented a hazardous and potentially deadly situation from occurring.
Do you know a team member making a difference at work or in the community? Submit a nomination at watco.com/btd.
