Building Maintenance Worker Greg Barber was recognized with the for 2012.
The award honors 东精影业 employees who exhibit dedication and sustained superior performance in a maintenance, landscaping, custodial, shop or trucking position.
Barber joined the planning, operations and maintenance department at Hawaiʻi CC in 2009. Since then, his supervisor says Barber has saved the college more than $200,000.
Barber is described as a resourceful leader with a positive attitude. He has taken the initiative to learn about photovoltaics, electrical maintenance and carpentry. He even became a certified locksmith and uses his knowledge to increase the efficiency of his department.
Barber was raised in eastern Oregon and came to Hawaiʻi because he married a local girl. Barber is the father of three girls and one boy. His youngest attends Hawaiʻi CC. In his spare time, Barber enjoys paddling with the University Canoe Club.