I have worked at HydraTech for just over two years. Infrastructure repair was a shift from what I had been doing before, teaching mandarin sign language, but working here was a fun experience.

I worked in the field at first, installing HydraTite seals, applying fiber wrap, and clearing out culverts. One of the big jobs I was a part of was the Buffalo installation. This was one of my favorite projects in part due to the food; the pizza and wings are great up there. We also had a cat that would frequently visit us on the site that we named “Who Dey”.

However, working in the field became untenable as I was expecting. I requested that I be moved into the shop to manufacture HydraTech’s line of products. There I got to learn how Bret would take purchase orders from John and build them to meet the customer’s needs. For instance, I helped produce HydraTite seals by drilling and tapping the steel bands, and then rolling bands into the correct diameter. I also helped splicing the rubber.

Since my baby boy was born, I will be taking some time off, but intend to eventually come back. I’m so excited to be the mother of this sweet little man.