North Carolina’s Mechanic Makes the Shop Safer

Safety Manager Tommy Trent (right) awarded Jason Murray (left) North Carolina’s Q1 Safety Excellence Achievement Award for giving ideas to make the shop safer.

JASON MURRAY

Title: Shop Mechanic

Years with Gaines and Company: 7 months

Gaines Division: North Carolina

Certifications: Fork Lift Operator Certification

Nominated for: Giving ideas to make the shop safer

Foreman Johnny Francis said: “Jason consistently communicates needs and ideas for how to make the shop safer and run smoother. We’ve been able to take his ideas to make the shop safer for everyone.”

Safety Manager Tommy Trent said: “Jason’s ideas show that he prioritizes safety each and every day. He’s never afraid to speak up to give ideas or let us know if something is wrong.”

Gaines and Company is proud of its groundbreaking safety excellence program. In both the Maryland and North Carolina divisions, Safety Excellence Achievement Awards are given on a quarterly basis to employees who go above and beyond in their dedication to safety. All quarterly awardees are eligible for the Year-End Safety Excellence Award recognition.

Gaines and Company is a full-service grading and excavation company with offices in Maryland and North Carolina. The organization has over 70 years of experience in underground utilities, grading and excavating, sediment and erosion controls, and road work. Gaines and Company delivers safe, reliable, turnkey site development services in Maryland, North Carolina, Washington D.C., and Delaware on time and within budget.