Aimee Baker, Author at Boxley

Explore The Earth at A Boxley Quarry

Boxley, a Summit Materials Company, hosts and participates in STEM-compliant programs that give future generations a stone-solid foundation for success.

Explore the Earth

We have a long history of working with elementary schools and teachers through our geology presentation and quarry tour that meet Virginia’s 5^th-grade SOL standards.

Students learn about everything from the mining process, mining safety, and why mining and aggregate are essential to daily life. Then, during their tour, they witness a quarry during regular operating hours from our overlook.

“It’s great to be a part of the education process; most people don’t realize everything we would lose without aggregate. Metals, glass, plastics, carpet, vinyl siding, bricks, block, concrete, paved roads, the list goes on.” – Josh Wilson, Director of Product Support

Our partnership with The Virginia Mu s eum of Natural History began in 2019 with a $10,000 gift to help the museum deliver various STEM-based educational programs. Held in-person and virtually, VMNH staff produces various programs to benefit schools, families, and general audiences throughout Virginia and beyond.

If you are an educator interested in setting up an Explore the Earth quarry tour for your students at one of our locations throughout southwest and central Virginia, please contact us at contact@boxley.kinsta.cloud or 1 (888) 442-8878.

Boxley Recruiter Provides Quality Control for the Employee Experience

At Boxley, a Summit Materials Company, quality control isn’t just seen in the field. We have a team of talent acquisition professionals, like Manisha Hall, who work to find the best candidates for the company and start them on their prosperous career paths.

“It’s rewarding to match fantastic people with great long-term opportunities where they can learn, grow, and in some cases, change their lives,” says Manisha, Sr. Talent Acquisition Lead.

Manisha Hall

Manisha came on board as a recruiter with Boxley in January 2021, giving her a first-hand understanding of post-pandemic job-hunting. With this insight, combined with over 15 years of Human Resource experience and a Society of Human Resource Management- Senior Certified Professional credential, Manisha leads projects and contributes to a team committed to standardizing and prioritizing employee value propositions, onboarding challenges, and hiring best practices.

Less than six months after joining the company, Manisha expanded to the Regional Recruiter position before becoming the Senior Talent Acquisition Lead in March 2022. She now focuses not only on Boxley but on Summit Material’s entire East Region, along with Continental Cement.

“Experience, work history, dedication, and passion about what you do matter more in our industry now than ever before,” Manisha emphasizes to those considering the industry. “Formal education is beneficial to a degree, but there are many paths that can lead to a successful career that simply require the will to work hard and ability and willingness to continue to learn—from others, from a book, and hands-on!”

Do you stay up to date with Boxley on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram; if not you’ve probably missed us sharing the following information from our aggregate and asphalt quality control departments:

Aggregate Quality Control

Asphalt Quality Control

Mechanics and Technicians Keep Asphalt Rolling Smoothly

On-Site Asphalt Quality Lab at Zion Crossroads

Boxley Employees Are a Knowledgeable Resource

Boxley, a Summit Materials Company, is not only a source of quality construction materials and services but a resource to help our customers succeed. Customers and fellow employees value the knowledge and intuitions of employees such as Ron Dodd and Cody Flint, who provide expertise and insights to help them build a better project.

Reflecting on working with residential and commercial customers, Ron says, “I enjoy walking into a possible new customer’s office and striking up a conversation. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting new and interesting people and enjoy providing them with the knowledge they need to bring their project to life.”

When Ron Dodd was hired as an Outside Sales Representative at our Roanoke Block, Brick, and Hardscapes location, he’d already been in the industry as a mason and contractor for over 20 years, followed by selling brick for an additional three. His experience and excellent performance with residential customers led him to move on to Hardscape Dealer Representative—forging relationships with new dealers and architects.

Ron and Cody agree, “Never stop learning, be an observant sponge while working with the more experienced individuals. Hop in, and they will be more than happy to guide you.”

Cody, currently a Project Manager, first came to Boxley as an intern during the summer of 2019 before graduating from Virginia Tech’s Mining Department with an offer for a full-time position. After spending a year in our Operations Development Program (ODP), he got his feet wet in project management with the teardown and construction of our new sand plant at Lawyers Road before moving on to the current project at our Fieldale Quarry.

Cody Flint and his girlfriend Alyson Fox

“The mining industry always presents unique challenges. It takes a lot of work to get to the end goal, but it pays off,” reveals Cody.

If you’re ready to broaden your understanding and see how far you can go in this industry, please reach out to Manisha Hall at (540) 777-7613 to learn more about pursuing a career within the Summit Materials family. And don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to stay up to date on what’s happening throughout the company.

Boxley Employees Benefit From 401(k) Options

At Boxley, a Summit Materials Company, all employees, from part-time laborers to the CEO, have 401(k) options available to them. As a result, employees like Sam Craighill watch as their savings grow with their careers.

What is a 401(k)?

A 401(k) is a way for an employee to save for retirement by having money removed automatically, pre-tax, from their paychecks and invested into options they believe will best prepare them for the future.

Our employees not only receive access to these plans, but we’ll also match dollar for dollar up to 4% (not to exceed the IRS limits)!

What’s Sam’s experience at Boxley?

Sam’s career at Boxley started in high school when he worked as a laborer in our Lynchburg Block, Brick, & Hardscapes location. Even as a part-time employee, he was eligible to participate in the company-offered 401(k) plan and was then able to build on it when he returned to join the inside sales team full-time in April 2021.

Sam has continued to grow in his career with Boxley, and thanks to benefits such as the company matching 401(k), he is able to save for the future. He is now a dispatcher for our block division and offers this advice, “Learn to stick things out. Don’t get discouraged if you make a mistake, look at it as a learning experience for growth. If you work hard and learn along the way things will come back around to you.”

If you have interest or questions about pursuing a career within the Summit Materials family, please contact Manisha Hall at (540) 777-7613. And don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to stay up to date on what’s happening throughout the company.

Boxley Appreciates Driver’s Top Safety Scores

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, annually held in the second week of September, is a great time to acknowledge our world-class drivers. During the first six months of this year, we had 12 drivers who drove an impressive 3,000+ miles while maintaining a safety score above our desired 90%.

Boxley, a Summit Materials Company, monitors our drivers, allowing us to coach, recognize, and reward our drivers’ performance regularly. As an incentive, our drivers who end the year with 6,000 miles or more while meeting safety score requirements receive a gift card and lunch from the safety department.

Congratulations to our 2021 Fleet Elite Drivers, recognized earlier this year!

left to right: Richard Engle, Tom Meadows, Ken Mosley, Denise Starling, David Olds, Michael Williamson, Edgar Cruz

“Our drivers are top of the line, and we want to ensure they know how much we appreciate their attention to safety while on the road.” Said Andy Vassar, Boxley Safety Director.

Check out our top 12 drivers listed below and make sure to follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to find out who finishes off the year strong!

Top Driver Performance 2022
(January-June)

Name	Business Line	Total Distance (mi)	Safety Score (%)
Arellanes-Cruz, Edgar	Aggregate	10,568	98%
Starling, Denise	Asphalt	14,534	96%
Gusler, Jacob	Aggregate	4,620	96%
James, Clay	Asphalt	10,839	95%
Engle, Richard	Asphalt	6,709	95%
Rector, Robert	Asphalt	4,174	95%
Farris, James A	Asphalt	4,856	94%
Mayhew, Cecil	Aggregate	5,393	93%
Tweedy, Carlton	Aggregate	3,711	93%
Monroe, Montana	Asphalt	9,874	92%
Luis, Ramos	Asphalt	9,911	90%
Olds, David	Asphalt	3,178	90%

Boxley: Our Incentives Support A Great Workplace

At Boxley, a Summit Materials Company, you can have a great career and reap the incentives too. Check out some of the ways, we keep our employees engaged and motivated to show up and perform their job to the best of their ability every day.

Safety

Safety is our top priority and we are proud of our employees’ commitment to maintaining our outstanding safety record. Our quarterly incentive program challenges employees to keep their coworkers, the public, and themselves safe with the potential of earning up to $1,000 each year, based on their participation.

In addition, top drivers receive recognition and praise internally throughout the year, as well as an end-of-year top drivers’ lunch where they receive a gift card for their success.

Health & Wellness

Employees and their family members are encouraged to utilize the company’s competitive dental, health, and vision plans and to participate in wellness challenges throughout the year to achieve personal health goals and receive rewards.

Understanding the important role financial health plays on overall health, Boxley also currently matches employees’ 401(k) contributions up to 4%.

Community Outreach

Boxley encourages our employees to take advantage of the paid opportunities provided to give back to the communities we serve. This has included Habitat for Humanity, Food for Kids, Feeding America, donation drives, United Way Day of Caring and more.

Local Fire & EMS Tours Resume at Boxley Locations

Upholding a long-standing tradition, Boxley is pleased to resume annual tours for the local fire and EMS personnel servicing our various locations.

The purpose of the visits and tours is, first and foremost, safety—for our employees and the first responders. Keeping rescue personnel familiar with our property layouts and procedures equips them, so they are aware of any hazards they could encounter should we ever need their assistance with an emergency on-site.

Throughout the tour, safety aspects get brought to the forefront, but we also take the opportunity to educate the crew members about our industry and what we do daily. Finally, to close out, we like to provide a meal and present them with Boxley’s annual donation.

“We’ve been doing this for many years. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know some of our local first responders and provide insight into our operation.” Cline Dooley- Area Manager—Blue Ridge, Fieldale, & Rich Patch

Tours and educational visits are also open to students, teachers, and select community groups. If you are interested in setting up a quarry tour at one of our central and southwest Virginia locations, please contact us at contact@boxley.kinsta.cloud or 1 (888) 442-8878.

Boxley Employee’s Son Named 2022 VAA Scholarship Recipient

Matthew Witt, son of Boxley asphalt contract admin manager Stacie Witt, received the 2022 Richard Schreck Scholarship from the Virginia Asphalt Association (VAA), a unique opportunity offered to assist dependents of VAA member companies, like Boxley, in furthering their education beyond high school.

In addition to his connection to Boxley, Matthew had to complete four application questions and obtain a letter of recommendation from a VAA member company representative and his current school principal or guidance counselor.

Matthew entered the CVCC Early College Program in his junior year of high school and graduated May 12, 2022, Summa Cum Laude with an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in General Studies.

“Matthew has grown up in our office, and he’s turned into quite the young man. We’re all very proud of his accomplishments and can’t wait to see what he does in the future.” Charles Craddock- Vice President—Asphalt & Construction

Matthew graciously accepted the $5,000 scholarship towards continuing his higher education this fall at the University of Lynchburg, where he also received the Hopwood scholarship. He’ll be double majoring in Business Administration and Statistics and minoring in Finance.

“We are very appreciative of the opportunity given to Matthew through Boxley’s sponsorship as a VAA member.” Stacie Witt

After spending his junior and senior year at Brookville High School as a member of the National Honor Society, Matthew graduated on June 3, 2022, tied for 3^rd out of the 264 graduates.

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Boxley’s Human Resources Specialist Support Employee Experiences

Boxley encourages and supports employees to grow and expand their knowledge so they are eligible for promotions and can execute their jobs to the best of their ability. Peter Flora started as a Human Resources (HR) Administrative Assistant and worked through HR Generalist and HR Manager before achieving his current status of HR Specialist.

Pete took his HR education into his own hands straight out of high school by attending Radford University for four years and earning his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a concentration in Human Resources. Ten years after graduating, Pete came to Boxley after hearing about the employment opportunity from a previous colleague.

“There is always something to be learned—no matter the job or task-at-hand,” Pete remarks.

For the past 14 years, Pete has continued learning with hands-on experience and becoming a Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certified Professional. “I had the great privilege of working with someone for several years who was a mentor; she helped shape my career at Boxley and in the field of Human Resources.”

If you work for the company, you know Pete.

No matter a person’s position at Boxley, Pete is there to assist employees as they navigate benefits or policies. He welcomes new hires through orientation, makes sure Department of Transportation (DOT) applicants are in good standing and eligible to drive, and is a liaison for payroll/timekeeping. “I enjoy working with our employees by supporting them and ensuring they get the best benefits for themselves and their families.”

Leading by example, Pete recommends to the younger generation getting ready to enter the workforce, “perseverance and dedication to even the most mundane of tasks goes a long way. Developing expertise in a particular skill set is beneficial, but it’s also important to be dependable, transparent, and not afraid to take the initiative.”

If you have interest or questions about pursuing a career within the Summit Materials family, please reach out to Manisha Hall at (540) 777-7613. And don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to stay up to date on what’s happening throughout the company.

Equipment Operator to General Foreman, A Career At Boxley is Yours for the Taking

At Boxley, you can get hired as an Equipment Operator, apply for any open position inside the company, and earn your way to become General Foreman. At our Fieldale Quarry, Danny Scearce knows firsthand how you can advance your career at Boxley as he’s excelled through six different positions across multiple locations in his 28-year employment.

Danny first spent three months as a laborer before getting moved into the equipment operator position, he applied for. “I’m glad I didn’t give up,” he says, “even though shoveling spillage and other tasks wasn’t what I signed up for, it gave me an appreciation for the quarry and team I was working with.”

Utilizing his self-taught knowledge, Danny operated various pieces of mobile equipment at Fieldale before moving to another operation, stepping up to the challenge to begin advancing his career. He switched to Maintenance, then back to Pit Loader Operator, then into Stripping Foreman, where he traveled to multiple locations overseeing the job through to the end.

Becoming known as ‘the man with the plan’, Danny was offered the position of a Traveling Special Projects Person to complete various operations throughout Virginia and Georgia. “I have yet to see a piece of equipment I can’t figure out. My years of hands-on training provided me the mindset of looking at something and being able to offer a productive solution,” Danny proclaims.

Now back at the quarry where it all started, Danny’s day looks much different than it used to. As General Foreman, he helps run the day-to-day operations. Although every day is different due to a quarry’s many changing parts, Danny ensures the team understands the tasks for the day, pre-shift inspections get completed, and keeps everything running smoothly. Even if that means hopping back on a piece of equipment to fill in when someone is off.

Speaking to the generations getting ready to enter the workforce, Danny says, “if you are interested in anything to do with this line of work, give it a try, and don’t give up. Just because you don’t start exactly where you want to be doesn’t mean you won’t end up further than you imagined. It’s all about the work you put into it.”