Category Archives: News
We Value People: Kirk Peterson
Kirk Peterson has been a member of the Geneva Rock family for 33 years. As a delivery and customer service (DCS) manager, Kirk helps lead work in the Davis, Weber, and Box Elder market. Journey to Becoming a DCS Manager “I take great pride in taking care of our drivers [...]
Nov
Community Building
For more than 100 years, ready-mixed concrete has been an important building material. Ready-mixed concrete is concrete that is prepared — specifically to the requirements of a given client — and hauled to the site ready to pour. Ready-mixed concrete is ubiquitous in Utah and beyond. It provides customized, convenient [...]
Nov
Redefining Road Durability
Geneva Rock is making significant strides in the evolving landscape of asphalt technology. In partnership with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), we recently embarked on an important project near Dugway, Utah, transforming the durability of State Route 196 with a groundbreaking high modification asphalt mix. “The goal was to [...]
Nov
Rising Above the Challenge
It’s no secret that supply chain challenges have touched every corner of our industry in recent years. The impacts from the pandemic still affect us in many ways as well as major facility breakdowns with key suppliers. At Geneva Rock, we’ve worked hard to respond in a way that doesn’t [...]
Nov
We Value People: Lacee Jepperson
With a legacy deeply intertwined with Geneva Rock, Lacee Jepperson has left a mark on Utah’s landscape. Geneva Rock stands tall thanks to generations of her family who have injected their passion and know-how into the business. Generational Expertise “My family has been at Geneva Rock for three generations,” Lacee [...]
Oct
Honoring the Historic Morgan City Kiln
The stories that historic landmarks tell often run deep, connecting us with our roots while painting a vivid picture of the past. Such is the tale of a historic kiln in Morgan City, standing on Geneva Rock’s property. This kiln has witnessed the passage of over 100 years, during which [...]
Sep
Geneva Rock and Wheeler Machinery Bring Smiles to Young Builder’s Face
Geneva Rock and Wheeler Machinery joined forces for an incredible opportunity to put a smile on the face of a courageous young boy. 12-year-old Boston Ballash was electrocuted earlier this year in an unfortunate accident at a family reunion, resulting in the amputation of several fingers. Despite this setback, he [...]
Aug
We Value People: Shawni Clayton & DeDe Child
Shawni Clayton and DeDe Child have each taken unique paths to their roles at Geneva Rock. For the two sisters, the company has been more than just a workplace—it’s been the home of a stable, family environment. A Lifelong Journey of Growth for Shawni “Our dad worked for the company,” [...]
Aug
We Value People: Tami Maxfield
In a thriving field like the construction industry, Tami Maxfield stands out for her exceptional contributions and long-time dedication to Geneva Rock. “I love what I do, and there’s no better company to do it for than Geneva Rock,” Tami said. “They are the best at what they do, and [...]
Jul
We Continuously Improve: Unleashing the Power of QR Codes
Guided by our new core value, “We Continuously Improve,” the team members at Geneva Rock are constantly on the lookout for groundbreaking solutions that boost productivity and transform the way we work. The simple process of adding QR codes has had a remarkable impact on three aspects of our operations: [...]
Jun
Melissa Mickelsen Named NACM Credit Executive of the Year
Melissa Mickelsen, credit manager at Geneva Rock, has been recognized as the National Association of Credit Management (NACM) Credit Executive of the Year, solidifying her reputation as a respected industry leader. The prestigious award ceremony took place on June 2 in Murray, Utah, and was hosted by the NACM affiliate [...]
Jun
We Value People: Zac Rider
Zac Rider’s years of experience in the construction industry have made him a master of his craft. Currently a Quality Control Field Tech at Geneva Rock, he is the go-to guy for anything related to quality control in Utah County. His love for his job is evident in the way [...]
Jun