Unlock the secrets to effective recruitment and onboarding with Manny Garcia and Casey Messersmith, two seasoned HR professionals at Graniterock. Manny brings his extensive experience from the education sector, while Casey's diverse background in different industries fuels her passion for HR. Together, they reveal how their unique paths have shaped their approach to attracting top talent and fostering a supportive workplace culture. Learn how personal connections and diligent follow-ups at jo...
Hosted by Graniterock's accounts payable manager Abbie Gordon, we get the scoop on plans for the Company's 125-year birthday party taking place Feb. 22, 2025. Donita Granado from the materials sales team and HR's Manny Garcia join the show for a look into what to expect for our 125th celebration at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Donita sheds light on hotel rooms secured, including room blocks at the Marriott Monterey and Monterey Plaza Hotel. Plus, with shuttle services from other ...
Curious about what it's like to work as a summer intern at Graniterock? Tune into this episode of RockTalk the Podcast! Hosted by Ciera Puente, a marketing intern and business major at San Diego State, she chats with fellow interns Rayven Bedolla and Jose Meza Munoz about their roles and experiences this summer. Rayven, an environmental services specialist and environmental science major at University of Hawaii Manoa, dives into the world of environmental permits and inspection...
Being the new guy or gal at Graniterock isn’t easy.When it comes to landing a job as a project engineer or project manager in the Construction Group, there is a lot of information and processes to master.Sometimes it would be nice to have a cheat sheet!Thanks to Construction Manager Matt Christie and Business Manager Angie Melnikoff there is a new PM/PE playbook that helps team members learn how everything works around here.This podcast explains how the playbook helps project engineers and pr...
What if you could step into history while celebrating a monumental milestone? Join us as host Abbie Gordon chats with committee members Jeff Williams, Chandra Palacios, and Casey Messersmith about Graniterock's 125th anniversary celebration at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. From the unique strolling dinner to the exciting casino games, dancing, and 360 camera experiences, Chandra dishes on all the event's highlights. Plus, don't miss the special 125th-anniversary movie screening and tips on the s...
There were several questions we couldn’t get to during the recent 2024 Leadership Conference town hall, so we saved them for the podcast.This episode is hosted by Keith Severson with Vice President and Chief People Officer Bill Miller and Human Resources Director Jamie Agnello fielding questions.There’s something for every team member in this show!Show notes:Jacob Young Financial: jacob.young@jacobyoungfinancial.comGraniterock Ethics Hotline: 888-948-4472Jamie Agnello: jagnello@graniterock.co...
In this episode, members of the Graniterock safety team – Vice President Paul Cianciarulo, Daisy Kwan and David Leffel give us a rundown on how the Company performed in 2023 when it comes to keeping team members safe at work. We talk briefly about their individual personal journeys into safety and how they've helped build a culture of safety at Graniterock. Our conversation focuses on the positive safety trends at Graniterock in 2023. We also discuss some of the hot-button safe...
One of the ways Graniterock supports philanthropy is through the Graniterock Cares Committee. Graniterock Cares is a dedicated team overseeing the Company's philanthropic endeavors, managing the many donation requests that pour in – an average of one each day! From supporting local charities, schools, sports teams, Scouts and various community events, Graniterock Cares ensures that our giving spirit makes a meaningful impact.We invited Amy Nama, Keith Severson and Abbie Gordon to jo...
Graniterock's director of geology and sustainability Jon Erskine had the summer adventure most people never dream about, running 55 miles in South Africa!This conversation takes us near Cape Town for the Comrades Marathon with Jon, a dedicated long-distance runner outside of work.Get immersed in the rich history of the world's oldest ultramarathon that pays homage to South Africa's fallen World War I soldiers, and discover the challenges that come with it, such as running on dirt roads and di...
Welcome to the journey of making math fun as we explore the impact of the Bruce W. Woolpert Algebra Academy since it started in 2010. Rose Ann Woolpert, Graniterock's family owner and Academy treasurer, shares the original mission of this unique program that has taught more than 1,100 students the joy of math over the past decade. Rose Ann is joined by Christy Sessions, who serves as the Academy's Executive Director.Christy and Rose Ann discuss the program's good work in providing s...
Ever wondered what it’s like to be an intern at Graniterock? We've got two of the best to tell you all about it! Meet Jacquie Borges and Ryan Becker, two-time returning interns at Graniterock, who share their personal experiences working in soil distribution and construction management. As they lead us through a day in the life, memorable projects, and the support they've received from their colleagues, you'll get a real sense of the culture and camaraderie here at Graniterock. Hear the...
July 27, 2023, marks Charlie 'Overtime' Corwell's final day at the Rock, a momentous occasion celebrated by his colleagues and friends.In this heartfelt episode, Charlie and Shanna share a candid conversation, reminiscing about his incredible 44-year career, during which he skillfully operated every piece of equipment owned by the company, amassing an astounding two million miles behind the wheel.His dedication and commitment have earned him the affectionate moniker 'Overtime,' a testament to...
Doug Tolbert headed to retirement after a 46-year run at Graniterock.His last day was May 12, 2023.The Gilroy resident started his long career in 1977 at the Berryessa asphalt plant, which has been closed for many years.He’s also served as a loader operator unloading rail cars at Berryessa and Capitol and has been responsible for the Company’s recycling operations.Since 2015, Doug has served as project manager at the Aromas hot plant.In addition to these roles, Doug was asked by Bruce Woolper...
In this episode, we will be discussing the 2023 construction industry forecast in the Bay Area/Monterey/Santa Cruz market with Graniterock's business leaders. Our host Keith Severson kicks off the conversation by breaking the ice with a chat about the team's kids and sports.Moving on to the main topic, we have three industry experts joining us today. Stuart Mager, who heads the Road Material and Asphalt business, will be sharing his insights on the forecast for this sector. John Torres, who l...
In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Agnello and Casey Messersmith, two members of the Graniterock Human Resource department, to get an inside look at their recruiting program and to learn some tips for landing a job at Graniterock.Jamie and Casey share their experiences in HR and talk about the challenges and rewards of recruiting for a leading construction materials company. They also discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion in their hiring process and share their strategies for...
In this episode, we speak with Galen Keen and James Higgs, the team leads at Graniterock, about their recent implementation of a new phone system utilizing Microsoft Teams cloud-based software. They share the details of how this new system will work for the company, including how it will affect certain positions such as weighmasters and dispatchers. Galen and James explain how Microsoft Teams will allow Graniterock to streamline communication across their various locations, enablin...
Welcome to Rock Talk Shorts. This podcast offers a quick listen into the stories of Graniterock's people. Get ready to be inspired and entertained!One of Graniterock's lead laborers ready to retireAbraham Tirado, a Graniterock laborer of 25 years, will retire Feb. 17.Abraham has been a key team member on several high-profile Construction Division projects during his time at the Company.The Watsonville resident said some his favorite memories include working nights on Highway 17 in 2008 and 20...
We catch up with Chief Human Resources Officer Bill Miller on a wide range of team member issues, including questions team members wanted answered at the Feb. 2 Leadership Conference. While we ran out of time at the Leadership Conference to thoughtfully answer these questions, we invited Bill into the Graniterock podcast studio to give us the scoop.Hosted by Marketing Manager Keith Severson, topics discussed in this show include succession planning, recruiting new team members as the talent p...
In this episode, we are excited to share some valuable insights from our 2023 Sales Summit. Joining us today are two of our top business leaders, Jeff Lindsey and Mike McGrath, who will be sharing some tips and tricks for successful customer sales calls.Throughout this episode, Jeff and Mike will be discussing some of the key strategies that have helped them build strong relationships with customers, close more sales, and grow their business. Whether you are a seasoned sales professional or j...
How to save for buying a home!Financial planning town hall Feb. 22 Jacob will cover creative strategies for purchasing a home.First steps to buying a home:· Budgeting tips· Tax benefits to home ownership· Benefits of a 401K when buying a homeTo schedule you appointment with Jacob Young Financial team, please reach out to christina.harper@jacobyoungfinancial.com