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Jack B. Parson Companies’ Drivers Win at 7th Annual Ready Mix Truck Roadeo
October 12th, 2009
OGDEN, Utah —Two of Jack B. Parson Companies’ (JBP) mixer drivers walked away with cash prizes and top honors at the seventh annual Northern Utah Ready Mix Truck Roadeo. The Roadeo, sponsored by the Ready Mix Council of the Utah Associated General Contractors Association, was held at H & E Equipment Company on September 19, 2009. JBP drivers placed 1st and 3rd at the event. This is the sixth out of seven years that JBP has won the competition.
Three different tests were administered during the Roadeo, including a written test, a pre-trip inspection conducted by the Utah Highway Patrol, and a driving test that measured the driver’s skill in maneuvering, backing, turning, and stopping the mixer. Also tested during the event were concrete placement and chute handling skills.
Darren Rawson of JBP’s Ogden plant was awarded a first place plaque and $1,000 cash prize. Rawson has been employed by JBP for 19 years. He will represent JBP at the National Ready Mix Concrete Association Roadeo held in October at the Indianapolis Speed Way. Chuck Rasband of JBP’s Beck Street plant was awarded a third place plaque and $500 cash prize. Rasband has been a JBP employee for 13 years.
“It is great to be part of an organization where every employee strives for excellence not only in their driving skills, but in safety and their desire to make JBP The Preferred Source,” said Bob Rowberry, JBP General Manager. “I am proud of this year’s winners and our excellent drivers who participated in the event. They represent our company well.”
ABOUT STAKER PARSON COMPANIES:
Since 1952, Staker Parson Companies has worked to be the Preferred Source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt, paving, and construction services throughout the Intermountain West. The company employs over 2,500 people at more than 50 locations in Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona. From the roads you drive on to the parks you play in, you can count on the team at Staker Parson Companies to deliver quality products and projects in a safe, timely, and efficient manner. The federation of Staker Parson Companies includes Jack B. Parson Companies, Idaho Sand & Gravel, Co., Idaho Concrete Company, and Western Rock Products.
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