Known for his wide smile, broad operational expertise, and dedication to mentoring new drivers, Alaskan Truck driver John Unutoa, or “Johnny U” as he is commonly known, is a Carlile institution. Johnny has seen the company from many angles in
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They call Mike Correa the “Hawaiian Superman.” That’s because, in his role as Mechanic Crew Chief for Aloha Tech Ops, he’s always ready to hop on a plane from his home base in Hilo, Hawaii and fly in a hurry to wherever he’s needed. His experience and his people skills help inform his newest passion: passing on his knowledge to the next generation.
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Drew faces down the snow, ice and Arctic conditions of Alaska eight months of the year. He takes the lead in clearing ice from critical Ryan Air ramp entry areas so that forklifts can move cargo safely to the aircraft and keeps entryways to offices and hangars free of snow and ice. He helps keep daily operations safe for the people he serves.
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Blair Teddy worries a lot — because risk assessment is a big part of his job. As Manager Marine Operations-Oceans Port Captain for Foss Maritime, he must make sure he has the right crew in place with the right equipment
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Sal Griffith keeps a constant eye out for safety issues. When contractors couldn’t complete EPA-required remediation, he jumped in and did some of the tasks himself. When a leaking container was discovered, he opened it with the consignee to make
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The ocean doesn’t care about you. There are rough seas, wind, and rain. And if you’re prone to getting seasick, as Drew Kerlee is, it’s a good reason to work on a tug on protected water, rather than a ship
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What does a typical day for a Foss Maritime Port Captain look like? Find out as we spend the day with PNW Port Captain Drew Kerlee.
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Maddi Traffin: ‘I hope to stay motivated and give others the grace I’ve benefited from’ The eldest of five siblings, Maddi Traffin grew up in Anchorage, Alaska, “where the winters are long, and the summers are much appreciated. ” Her
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Throughout the remainder of the year, we’re bringing you the inspiring stories of our 2023 Safety Award Nominees. In this installment, Rachel Mallory, Director of Safety at TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico, updates us on TOTE’s Speak Up, Shout Out! program
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Throughout the remainder of the year, we’re bringing you the inspiring stories of our 2023 Safety Award Nominees. In this installment, Bryan Baker, Safety Director at NorthStar Energy, shares the importance of encouraging employees to take ownership of operational fixes—and
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Throughout the remainder of the year, we’re bringing you the inspiring stories of our 2023 Safety Award Nominees. In this installment, Michiel Versteeg, Head of Safety at Saltchuk, shares his knowledge on developing a successful Near-Miss Program, revealing the critical
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Corral: ‘It’s a beautiful story to see the progress and growth we’ve accomplished.’ StratAir Key Account Senior Operations Manager Jorge Corral has been named the 2023 President’s Award for Safety Innovation honoree. Corral’s inclusive leadership and safety-first mindset led to
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Rachell Gulanes: ‘My end game is to return and contribute to life in Alaska.’ Raised on Amaknak Island near Alaska’s famed Dutch Harbor, NorthStar Energy Legal and Compliance Assistant Rachell Gulanes is a 2013 recipient of the Delta Western scholarship
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