Heavy Equipment Operations
HEO Newsletter
Volume 3 • Issue 1
SPRING 2022
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Issue: John Livingston Career Corner SCLC Logging and Forest Worker Registered Apprenticeship CRAFT Success Story: Becky Diesslin Logging Associations
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Heavy Equipment Logging Operations
HEO TEAM Zack Zweigle Dean zzweigle@shastacollege.edu Rick Boontjer Logging Operations Faculty rboontjer@shastacollege.edu Clancy Mitchell Truck Driving Instructor tmitchell@shastacollege.edu Pete Dickerson Heavy Equipment Faculty pdickerson@shastacollege.edu Rebekah Davis Student Success Facilitator rdavis@shastacollege.edu Becky Roe Director of Forest Health rroe@shastacollege.edu Janis Logan Project Coordinator Forest Health jlogan@shastacollege.edu Sarabeth Angel-Towner Apprenticeship Coordinator sangel-towner@shastacollege.edu Angela Cordell Senior Project Coordinator of Employer Engagement acordell@shastacollege.edu Trena Kimler-Richards Logging and Heavy Equipment Consultant trichards@shastacollege.edu
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Redwood Logging Conference Eureka, CA State FFA Conference Sacramento, CA Foothill High School Career Fair Foothill High School Tehama District Fair Tehama District Fair Grounds Trinity County College-Career Fair Trinity County Fairgrounds, Hayfork, CA
John Livingston: Student Champion and Visionary To say the least, John Livingston’s driving passion and caring personality will be missed at Shasta College as John starts his next chapter — retirement! John Livingston attended Shasta College and then CAL Poly San Luis Obispo completing his degree in Agriculture Education with an emphasis in Ag Mechanics. He gained teaching experience at both Hollister and Woodland high schools in the late 1980s. John married Dianne in 1985 and has two grown daughters, Jessica and Lauren, who are teachers in local elementary schools. John’s family is from the Redding area and his father, Lloyd Livingston, served as dean over Agriculture and Industrial Trades from 1953-1984. John was hired as a part-time heavy equipment instructor in 1993, where he worked to build the program from a 4 unit certificate to an industry-recognized 21 unit certificate. This included acquiring equipment and building a strong alliance with industry partners. During this time, he also worked for Tommy Hyatt at Wheeler Logging and Paul Warner at Warner Enterprises gaining valuable skills. His industry experience drove his desire to develop a program that gave students “true” industry skills. In 2006 he was hired full-time at Shasta College and continued his quest to build the Heavy Equipment Operations program. In 2016 industry advisory committee members, Buzz Eades, President Northern California Loggers Association, Delbert Gannon, President Creekside Logging, and Zane Peterson, President Peterson Timber, asked if we could create a 24 unit certificate that is patterned after the current construction equipment certificate for logging equipment operators. In 2018, after a team of timber industry partners, and Shasta College mapped out the need and gained support, a grant was secured through the Fall River Resource Conservation District, that allowed Shasta College to start the development of the Heavy Equipment Logging Operations (HELO) program.
The legacy that John leaves is evident in the programs in place and the industry relationships built. His ability in the classroom and his compassion for students are unmatched. Ted James, Sierra Pacific Industries, stated, "John has always been committed to ‘Learn by Doing’ – experiential learning, which is a natural fit and tradition for the forest industry. This form of instruction (Experiential Teaching) necessitates a higher standard to me, as the teacher needs to be constantly changing and adapting their program to the varying dynamics and technologies of the industry and career pathways. This requires a great amount of additional time, effort, and energy, to go beyond what you know to be true and comfortable and to take your students on a journey to what is significant and successful. It has been a privilege to work with John and be a part of his positive influence on countless young adults." One of the many milestones in John Livingston’s career was the relationship he developed with the STEP-UP program for justice involved individuals. John stated that helping someone regain their life is a reward in itself. Robert Bowman, STEP-UP Program Director, explained, "John is the epitome of what one passionate instructor can do in changing the lives of their students. John’s commitment and dedication to justice-involved students have changed too many students’ lives to count. He will be dearly missed by STEP-UP and our students." John plans to work on his jeeps and stay engaged with the Sierra Cascade Loggers Conference and industry partners. John’s motto is that “if you want to leave a lasting legacy, invest your time into people.”
Career Corner
Sierra Cascade
Logging Conference Kevin Suttmoiller CDL Fall 2021 Brach's Distributing
Ben Dannecker HEO Certificate, Spring 2019 Crane Truck Operator
John Klopfer CDL Fall 2021 Martinez Trucking
Terrance Schmitt HEO Certificate, Fall 2021 Mountain Gate Quarry
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February 10-12, 2022 sclcexpo.com
Logging and Forest Worker Registered Apprenticeship California Registered Apprenticeship Forest Training (CRAFT) is the only one of its kind in California. This program is a pipeline that provides apprentices with structured training and education as well as on-the-job-training that is needed to be successful in the logging and forestry industry. Industry leaders partnered with Shasta College’s faculty and administration to create and drive this “learn & earn” opportunity for the industry, the community and students. This no-cost program is an exciting opportunity to share the many benefits of apprenticeship and to serve those reentering the workforce, new to the workforce, or even those already employed but needing to upskill!
CRAFT Success Story: Becky Diesslin Becky came to the CRAFT program as an employee of one our committee industry partners and is part of the first cohort of apprentices starting in 2022! "CRAFT is a new program that I am excited to be a part of. As a graduate in spring 2021, I immediately went to work for Creekside Logging. I am fortunate to have an employer that strives to get the best every employee has to offer. I realized this summer, that some skills are developed through repetition, and on the job situations that present themselves. I was hired to drive the “water truck” and it was my first experience driving alone. Fortunately, I kept the truck right-side up, but I quickly learned to respect the weight of liquid under transport. CRAFT offers an extra skillset and marketability to my portfolio when completed, as well as added confidence, safety, and experience in and around forestry. Contact Sarabeth Angel-Towner, Apprenticeship Project Coordinator, at sangeltowner@shastacollege.edu or 530-242-7627 to learn more. You may also fill out an Apprentice Interest Form: https://www.shastacollege.edu/academics/programs/ heavy-equipment-operations/ Visit our website craftprogram.net
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Volume 3, Issue 1
Logging Associations "Working Together” – “We Will Make a Difference"
Sierra-Cascade Logging Conference-1949
Loggers Association of Northern California-1975
Associated California Loggers-1973
Our theme this year is "Working Together” – “We Will Make a Difference" a statement that reinforces the necessity of our industry to unite so we can continue to prevail. The Sierra-Cascade Logging Conference and Equipment Show is the largest Forest Products and Construction Equipment Exposition in the West. The annual conference enables manufacturers and dealers to display and demonstrate equipment, tools, and supplies relating to forest management and construction, including conservation groups, recreational groups, and other industries of common interest. President Bryan Taylor said "a priority of the conference is educating students, teachers, and individuals in the forest products and construction industries, as well as the public, about forest resources and the importance of our industry in properly maintaining and managing these resources." Funds raised support the Forest Institute for Teachers (FIT), Forestry Challenge, Forest Foundation Talk About Trees, Shasta College Heavy Equipment, Logging Operations, Truck Driving, Natural Resource/Forestry programs, and the State FFA Forestry Team travel to nationals. Continued support funded $65,000 in scholarships that were awarded this past year to graduating high school students and continuing college students who are furthering their education in fields related to the forest products and construction industries. The membership of the SCLC feels strongly that the education of students and the public is key to the long-term success of the industry.
Logging has deep roots in California - it has been a part of our heritage for well over a century - and LANC is planting the seeds that will ensure the future of the logging industry. The Loggers Association of Northern California (LANC), was formed by a group of log truckers to help stabilize their industry and to achieve substantial savings on their operating costs. The inaugural meeting was held on September 25, 1975. We have helped provide a unified voice for familyowned businesses that harvest and transport timber from the forest to the mills and others who are an integral part of the industry. On behalf of our members, we interface with public agencies, legislative bodies, timber companies, industry organizations, and others. The goal of the organization is to provide member benefits such as a scholarship program, group insurance programs, and a comprehensive professional accreditation program. President Mark Lathrop said "the membership includes advanced training to certify loggers. Advance training ensures that our members are current on regulations, best practices, and safety. Our organization has an unbending commitment to forest stewardship." LANC is proud of the fact they have supported the “First Seat Project” at Shasta College and $25,000 in scholarships for LANC family members that are pursuing higher education in forest and logging practices or related fields.
Associated California Loggers (ACL) represents companies and individuals who harvest and transport materials for the forest products industry. Our members play a major role in the stewardship of California’s public and private forests, and we’re committed to the good management of this sustainable and renewable resource. The ACL was born out of a response to the Forest Practices Act enacted in 1973. Executive Director Eric Carleson said that ACL is a “grass roots logging association,” that has a voice and is active in Sacramento and the Nations Capitol in legislation that impacts the forest products industry. One of the services provided is continuing education for ProLoggers certification. This service provides documentation of certification of advance training for timber operators and loggers. Eric said we work with experts to provide our members access to a variety of informative seminars on topics such as risk management, government regulations, industry best practices, and much more. The association also provides group insurance for its members. This is an essential service in a high-risk industry.
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