Ryder Honors 2007 “Top Technicians in Nation”
MIAMI – Ryder System, Inc. has announced the winners of its 2007 Top Technician Recognition Program. The title of “National Top Technician” was awarded to Michael Bogard of Neenah, Wis., along with keys to a new, fully loaded GMC pick-up truck.
MIAMI – Ryder System, Inc. has announced the winners of its 2007 Top Technician Recognition Program. The title of “National Top Technician” was awarded to Michael Bogard of Neenah, Wis., along with keys to a new, fully loaded GMC pick-up truck. Christopher Barnett of Hebron, Ky. was the runner-up, and Jimmie Slusher of Gray, Tenn., finished in third place.
Ryder’s top seven technicians, who had advanced through earlier rounds, participated in a National competition that consisted of 10 rigorous, hands-on skill tests including vehicle electronics, preventive maintenance, and air conditioning. All seven finalists received cash prizes for their stellar performance.
As a result of their success in the Company’s internal recognition program, the “Magnificent Seven” will represent Team Ryder at the 2007 TMC SuperTech National Technician Skills Competition. The following seven Ryder technicians will compete against the industry’s best technicians in Nashville, Tenn., beginning Sept. 24:
Ryder’s Team for 2007 TMC SuperTech:
Christopher Barnett (Hebron, Ky.)
Michael Bogard (Neenah, Wis.)
Doug Bybee (Grand Junction, Colo.)
Charlie Cichonski (Allentown, Pa.)
Carl Cockerham (Monroe, Ohio)
Rick Grivel (Phoenix, Ariz.)
Jimmie Slusher (Gray, Tenn.)
The Ryder Top Technician Recognition Program is an annual program designed to identify, recognize, and reward Ryder’s top-performing technicians. Technicians who are eligible to participate for the national award are selected from Ryder’s team of nearly 4,600 U.S.-based technicians. The criteria for this award include technical training qualifications, outstanding customer service performance, and quality workmanship.
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