An impossible task – that\u2019s\u00a0<\/span>what was said when this job began. But this crew,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>like Crossland<\/a> itself, heard<\/strong>\u00a0that phrase and replied with, CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n
The only thing remotely typical about a day for the crew that worked on the BNSF Turner Siding project is their morning safety meeting. After that, they check their equipment, get it warmed up for the day ahead, and handle whatever the day hands them.\u00a0Things change every day \u2013 the weather, the type of on-site inspector, and the dirt they are working with. These aspects are challenging, but they are also the things that the crew finds rewarding about their job. As a team, they\u2019re proud to overcome obstacles and see the project come together.\u00a0Most Crossland projects begin with a blank canvas and a dirt crew. \u201cYou gotta start molding the ground, and then day-by-day, the bigger picture starts to come together,\u201d says Brett Messer, Dirt Superintendent.\u00a0 <\/p>\n
This particular project required incredibly long hours, working day and night, and spending a significant amount of time away from home. It\u2019s during projects like this when the crew becomes your family. The long hours are stressful, but as long as everyone works as a team and pitches in, the job can go smoothly. \u201cWe can\u2019t just do it \u2018Your Way,\u2019 we all have to work together to accomplish it,\u201d says Rob Cardwell, a Dirt Superintendent.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Many of the crew members stated that being patient and willing to learn goes a long way. Donny Carter, Civil Superintendent, gives this advice to anyone wanting a career on a dirt crew. \u201cYou don\u2019t just\u00a0jump out of a heavy equipment school or college and know how to work with dirt, material, rock, and concrete. It takes seat time and experience. Listen and learn from your mentors, take\u00a0part in safety and education, and work hard.”<\/p>\n
Everyone in this crew took a different path to get where they are today. Some started in our internship program, some joined as an apprentice, and others came to us with years of experience. Regardless of the path, Crossland\u2019s Talent and Education Departments helped them along their way. Through the Crossland Academy, they were able to receive certifications that would typically cost thousands of dollars out of pocket. Now they have knowledge and certifications to carry on wherever they may go in their careers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Other crew members echoed the importance of being willing to learn to be successful. Krue Christiansen says, \u201cOnce I started listening to people, I got a lot further and learned a lot more.\u201d Kyle Fisher suggests to, \u201clearn from the older guys and take helpful criticism from the people who know more than you.”<\/p>\n
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