Employee of the Month for January 2002

Robert Giaudrone, Heavy Equipment Operator

Bob has demonstrated over the years that he is always willing to go beyond the call of duty. When given an assignment, he does not hesitate to do it with the very best interest of the university in mind. His expertise and knowledge of the university and the underground utilities is second to none. He has the ability and the recollection of digs from a decade ago to advise fellow employees as to how to safely proceed. He is always willing to contribute his expertise and 30 years grounds knowledge to help make our jobs more efficient and easier. Bob takes a lot of pride in his work and makes a person who is fairly new to CWU feel welcome and accepted. Bob has a unique sense of humor that is present everyday that he comes to work. He brings laughter to the crew on a regular basis. He is able to use this in a positive and constructive manner. Bob is always upbeat and ready to make a positive contribution to all that he works with. He is always looking on the positive side of every situation and is readily willing to let you know how a positive approach will benefit all involved. Mr. Giaudrone has the most gentle touch with a piece of heavy equipment that I have ever witnessed. He can make the machine a true extension of himself. The curl of the bucket or the angle of the blade are impressive. I would be willing to say that he could scratch a back with the bucket of a backhoe. Bob is truly on the university's most outstanding employees.