Team News & Updates
We're thrilled to celebrate the incredible efforts everyone has put in over the last few months. In this month's newsletter we'll be shining a light on how far we've come and where we're headed!
Win
- Both Riverside Construction and Home Care and Repair surpassed their revenue goals for September and are on track to hit or exceed their revenue goals for the year!
Employee News
- Connor and his fiancé Hannah were married October 18th. Congratulations Connor and Hannah!
- Ethan recently spoke to local legislators and school administrators about his experience in the skilled trades classes in high school leading to a job here! The goal of the meeting was to encourage community leaders to increase support for skilled trades classes in our community.
Daylight Savings Time Ends Early Sunday, Nov 3rd
Don't forget to change your clocks Saturday night/Sunday morning! (We fall back an hour in the fall. This means more daylight in the morning for a couple of weeks.)
Hiring needs
We need your help! Don't forget that there is a $250 preliminary referral bonus with an additional $250 referral bonus if the employee you refer stays more than 6 months!
-Home Care and Repair is looking for a skilled Technician.
-Riverside is currently looking for an experienced project consultant, project manager and estimator.
Updated Health Care Benefit for 2025
Riverside is excited to be offering a more robust Health Care Benefit for 2025 through RemodelHealth. Be on the lookout for information coming out next week!
4th Quarter Engagement Survey
Please fill out the 4th quarter engagement survey by clicking here or scanning one of the QR codes posted around the office. Your responses are anonymous and will help us celebrate things that are going well and identify areas that could be improved! Surveys should be completed by November 8th. Thank you for your help!
Reminder: End of the Year/Holiday/Vacation update
As we near the end of the year please make sure to get your requests for vacation days in! Both divisions are currently scheduling work for the times around both Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you would like to take extra time off close to those times of the year, please get your vacation requests in sooner rather than later. Vacations are approved on a 1st come, 1st served basis. Specifically, we do need to know if you are planning on taking off the day before Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or the rest of the week after New Years Day.
As a reminder, vacation does not roll over to the next year if not used UNLESS you are within your 1st year at Riverside. Later on in the newsletter are reminders of what days are paid holidays for employees and what days the company is not open. All employees have received documentation of their vacation time remaining late October. If you can't find the information or need an update, please reach out to Jen!
Trades spotlight
- Momax has been working to template, create and install countertops for years. Their knowledge and 2 separate fabricating locations have allowed them to serve our customers well. If you see Sal or one of his crews, thank them for their hard work.
Core Value Focus:
Do the Right Thing
We engage our work with the best interests of our clients, coworkers, and company in mind.
Great current examples of how this is being done:
Dakota and Jeremy noted a gas leak smell next door to where they were working. Dakota struggled to convince the gas company of their location but persisted that they needed to come and resolve the issue for the homeowner and the neighborhood. The leak was eventually discovered, and no damage occurred to the neighbor's house.
Field crews taking the time to double and triple check their work and to make sure that everything meets or exceeds the customers' expectations.
Casey calling customers repeatedly to make sure that they get their end of project visit done.
John being persistent at reaching back customers who need warranty work done.
HR Benefit Reminder
Holiday pay
After 90 days of full-time employment employees get 8 hours of holiday pay to celebrate these holidays:
New Year's Day: January 1st
Memorial Day: Last Monday in May
Independence Day: July 4th
Labor Day: 1st Monday in September
Thanksgiving Day: Last Thursday in November
Christmas Day: December 25th
If a Holiday fall on a weekend day, you will be notified of what date will be covered by Holiday pay.
Simpson Bathroom
Employee Spotlight:
Jeremy Quinnette
Jeremy comes to us with over 20 years of direct handyman experience. He truly has seen or done it all.
Jeremy is well-versed in handling drywall, painting, framing, siding, electrical, plumbing, all types of flooring, as well as trim work. His experience, attention to detail, and dedication to making his customers happy is what sets Jeremy apart.
Jeremy recently moved to Monticello from Lafayette and enjoys spending weekends with his extended family and his new dog.
Upcoming Events & Reminders
Joke of the Month
Sorry! Again 2 groaners for this month:
What music do builders love listening to? The Carpenters
I saw two construction workers having lunch together the other day. Do you know what they were building? A friendship
Work/Life Balance Tip
Take Care of Yourself!
- If you are sick, take time off to recover! You will avoid spreading germs and heal faster.
- Taking appropriate breaks and eating lunch allows your brain and body to reset. It also may give you new insight into how to fix a problem.
- Getting good rest, exercising and eating healthy meals can strengthen your immune system and help you avoid getting sick.
Hamm Addition
