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Win at Roadeoby Herald Journal Jack B Parson Companies (JBP) ready mix drivers walked away with the three top honors at the First Annual Northern Utah Ready Mix Truck Roadeo. JBP's ready mix truck drivers placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd at the Roadeo that was held on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Utah State Fairpark. The Ready Mix Concrete Council of the Utah Associated General Contractor's Association sponsored the event.Twenty drivers representing nearly all of Northern Utah's ready mix concrete suppliers participated in the event. Drivers participated in three different tests during the Roadeo: 1) written test, 2) pre-trip inspection, and 3) a driving test. The driving test included ten different skill tests designed to evaluate the driver's skill in maneuvering, backing, turning, and stopping the mixer. Concrete placement and chute handling skills were also tested during the event. After hearing the results of the Roadeo, John W Parson, CEO of Staker and Parson Companies (parent of Jack B Parson Companies) said, "I am honored to employ such dedicated drivers. I salute Chuck, Jeff, and John and all of the other participants." |
