The Extra Mile

Employee Recognition

Employee of the quarter is awarded to an employee who has gone above and beyond in some way during the course of their work. These employees are nominated by their coworkers and/or ATS customers. At the end of the year the Employee of the Quarter winners vote on the Employee of the Year.

Nick Kammenos

2024 Employee of the Year

Congratulations to the employee of the year for 2024 – Abbotsford Transloader & Dispatcher Nick Kammenos. Nick was voted by his coworkers due to his hard working attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to do whatever is asked of him. Congratulations, Nick!

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Dean Nichols

2023 Employee of the Year

Congratulations to the employee of the year for 2023 – Armstrong shop foreman Dean Nichols. Dean was voted as the employee of the year by his fellow employees of the month for 2023. Dean’s hard working attitude, great customer service, and willingness to help at any time really exemplifies our values. Great work, Dean!

Photo – Dean (right), with owner/president Rick Thiessen.

Shawn Beaver

January – March 2025

Shawn was nominated via a customer of ours, who commended his hard work and professionalism while offloading at their mill. Congratulations, Shawn! We love to hear this comments from our customers.

Alex Eaton

April – June 2025

Alex was nominated by his coworkers for his great work ethic and professionalism. Alex has stayed late and come back into work after his day was already finished, with no complaints. Since coming onboard, Alex caught on easily and has become a great employee and coworker. Congrats, Alex!