McKenney’s has a long-standing tradition of hiring students through their decades-old co-op program. Over the years, we have developed relationships with many schools in the southeast. Today, McKenney’s employs about 40 co-ops during any given semester. What attracts these students to work with McKenney’s? What is a co-op? A co-op is a student who works full-time for a semester instead … Read More
“Expecting the Unexpected as a Precaution”
A couple of years ago, Ben Baldwin, McKenney’s Pipe Shop Superintendent, posed an interesting metaphorical question that is just as relevant today, especially as we focus on addressing McKenney’s Blind Spots to prepare for an exciting 2023. “Consider driving down an interstate during a rainstorm, and your driver’s side wiper blade comes off, making it difficult to see. Think about it: … Read More
McKenney’s Holiday Safety
We’re quickly approaching the end of a busy year, and we’re well into the holiday season. This time of year is for fellowship, celebration, plays and recitals, shopping, and a host of festivities. But the holidays also expose us to many risks and hazards in our professional and personal lives. The winter holiday season is traditionally filled with joyful celebrations, … Read More
Freeze Protection
Typically, the Southeast has a warmer climate than much of the country, but for a significant portion of the year, cold weather and freezing temperatures set in. After a record-setting summer, this may sound like a welcome change. However, seasonal shift brings various concerns for facility owners and property managers. Specifically, freezing temperatures can pose a significant risk for property damage. Once … Read More
From the Classroom to Your New Career
I graduated in 2015. And when I talk to the graduating classes behind me, the number one question is, “What do I do now”? Trust me, you’re not alone. Throughout your coursework, you were faced with several hurdles that you had to overcome to reach your end goal. Now that your degree hangs on your wall, you can’t help but … Read More
5 Ways to Own Your Career Development
Many adults think of structured education as something that ends with a degree hanging on their office wall but that is not always the case. Maybe we Google stray questions or occasionally look up a how-to video on YouTube, but very few of us have a structured learning plan for our development. McKenney’s prioritizes and invests in learning: so much … Read More
Fall Fixes that Will Save You Money this Winter
While 2021 might have been the most different year in recent memory, Fall has come right on schedule. The season changes from hot and humid to cooler, sunny days and drier weather. While it can be tempting to mentally jump forward to the most wonderful time of the year, there are a few fixes you can focus on this fall … Read More
Focusing on Goals to Remain Resilient
Are you feeling worn out from being on constant alert? Read on for ways to cope with fatigue and discover how to remain resilient in the workplace.
Do I really need building analytics software?
Every trade show that I have attended as of late is loaded with many flavors of software and cloud solutions that are really enticing. Many of you have had the same experience: energy management tools, building performance, customer comfort scores, predictive analytics, are just a few of the buzz words.
Tracking Near Misses to Move Safety Forward
We all know the feeling. You’re completing a task either at work or at home and something dangerous and unexpected happens. You’re able to react and stop in time, but you’re left with a feeling in the pit of your stomach—worry that it was such a close call and relief that it wasn’t worse. This guy reaction is a classic … Read More