Category Archives: News

Sand Donation Helps Prevent Flooding in Utah Communities

Geneva Rock is doing its part to assist local communities in preventing flooding caused by the spring melt. The company is donating cyclone sand, a byproduct of its concrete manufacturing process, to be used in creating barriers to prevent water from reaching homes and businesses.  As of June 12, Geneva [...]

SLCC Receives Donated Engine from Geneva Rock

Geneva Rock recently donated an ISX12 Cummins engine and radiator with an Allison Transmission to Salt Lake Community College. The donation was made to support the college’s efforts to train the next generation of diesel mechanics.  The diesel engine industry is in high demand, and the college’s Diesel Systems Technology [...]

We Continuously Improve: Snow Removal on Downhill Transfer Belt

In line with Geneva Rock’s core value of “We Continuously Improve,” the company recently found a solution to prevent snow from clogging the downhill transfer belt at its Point of the Mountain pit.  During the winter months, the steep 18% grade belt drops snow through two chutes that are approximately [...]

Geneva Rock Moving Headquarters After Riverboat Road Building Acquisition

Geneva Rock is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Riverboat Road Building in Taylorsville, Utah, which will serve as its new headquarters.  “We’re excited to be changing our address to this historical building,” said Jay Ritchie, President of Geneva Rock. “With its 100,000 square foot space and ample amenities, [...]

We Value People: Bryan Bailey

It’s not often that childhood friends become reacquainted as coworkers decades later, but that’s exactly what happened when Bryan Bailey rekindled his friendship with Robyn Gardner.  “Bryan lived across the street from me growing up,” Robyn said. “After high school, we all went our separate ways. I went to college [...]

Geneva Rock Donates Concrete to Habitat for Humanity

In collaboration with the Utah Ready-Mixed Concrete Association (URMCA), Geneva Rock donated $10,000 worth of concrete to the Habitat for Humanity organization in March. “Building a Better Community is our mission and a core value of Geneva Rock,” said Charlie Keller, Area Manager of Logistics at Geneva Rock. “Everything we [...]

We Value People: Robert & Tyler Manookin

As father and son, Robert & Tyler Manookin have valued being able to work together at Geneva Rock. Even though they don’t work directly with each other anymore after Tyler transferred departments last year, they still cherish the opportunities that they’ve had working for the same employer.  “I have really [...]

We Value People: Bryson & Tyson Ashworth

Identical twins Bryson and Tyson Ashworth have spent the majority of their lives side by side, including working in fulfilling careers as they’ve developed at Clyde Companies. Each is satisfied with the growth opportunities, culture, and team atmosphere they’ve found with the company—even though their direct paths diverged a few [...]

Geneva Rock Donates to Juab High School Female Wrestling Team

Geneva Rock was recently made aware of an opportunity to help promote the Juab High School female wrestling team, one of the first in the state of Utah. As a company who consistently plays an active role in the community, Geneva Rock was thrilled to donate $2,000 in support of [...]

Concrete Paving:
What Has Changed in the Last 35 Years

See the article on page 26 of the October 2022 issue of the Utah Construction & Design magazine. By Cody Preston From the time I was a young child riding out to the job site with my father and watching crews pave, I have been intrigued by the process of [...]

We Value People: Cody Clark

Growing up on a dairy farm, Cody Clark’s background made working at Geneva Rock the perfect fit.  “The farm taught me the importance of having a good work ethic,” Cody said. “I always enjoyed working with the heavy equipment and that helped me realize that I wanted to do something [...]

Curtis Center Donation Helps Developmentally Challenged Adults

Geneva Rock recently made a $20,000 donation to the construction of the Curtis Center, a facility aimed to help developmentally challenged adults in Utah. The building is a culmination of 15 years of efforts from Michelle Holbrook. Michelle, who has a son with special needs, struggled to find a place [...]