S POT L IGHT DRIVERS OF THE MONTH
Drivers of the Month are eligible to win the Driver of the Year Award at Utah Trucking Association’s Annual Driver Safety Awards Banquet. BY UT STAFF
JULY 2013
Randall K. Pope Air Liquide
Miles Driven: 3.5 million accident free Years Driven: 38 years
Randall was named “Madd Dawg” Pope by his manager, and when he is not out being a cowboy roping cafes and rodeoing he is setting a great example as a class act and true professional behind the wheel. “He is our most qualified driver based on professionalism and skill,” said his manager, Rod Engleholm, who refers to Randy as his right- hand man. “Randy leads by example and his reputation throughout his 30 year career has been stellar.”
Therald V. Wells Pride Transport
Miles Driven: 550,000 miles, accident free Years Driven: 5 years
“Therald is a consistent runner. He is also a great team player and understands his role in serving the customer. He is 100% dependable and is a very effective trainer. He has NEVER failed a load.”
AUGUST 2013
Kevin W. Williams Company: Robinson Transport
Miles Driven: 4.7 million miles, accident free Years Driven: 37 years
“What a guy, great to work with and never ever a dull moment. He drives and takes care of his truck like no one else I have ever seen.” Kevin has won numerous Truck Shows and Driving Championships. Kevin knows that no one is handed a job, you have to earn it and he makes sure he always keeps a positive attitude as he respects his job, employers and the customer.
Rowland Shipp Barney Trucking
Miles Driven: 1.3 million miles accident free Years Driven: 11 years
“Rowland’s safety record speaks for itselt. He is a great driver and a great guy. He is easy to work with and he helps out the new drivers a lot. Rowland is currently finding time to restore a 1968 Camaro, is an eagle scout and has been married 21 years!”
26 UTAH TRUCKING ~ Issue 5, 2013
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