EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM
CDL Electric Company, Inc. is always looking for good people, and you can help. Research has shown, and our own experience supports, that new hires who come into a company through employee referrals are excellent contributors, stay with the company longer and are more cost-effective recruits. That's where you come in!
If you know someone who would be a good addition to CDL Electric Company, Inc., you may be awarded a referral bonus up to $500 (less taxes) if you refer a candidate and he or she is hired. Payment terms are stated below.
Employees must refer candidates to Human Resources Department through the employee referral program by using the candidate referral form.
$200 $500 - will be awarded for team members placed in entry and mid-level positions.
- will be awarded for team members placed in lead, management, estimating, and journeyman level positions.
Program Rules
» All CDL Electric Company, Inc. employees, except those at vice president level and above, Human Resources personnel, and managers with hiring authority over the referred candidates, are eligible for the referral bonus. (Hiring managers can participate if a new employee is referred to a different department)
» The referral date cannot be earlier than the date the job opening is posted. The hiring of a referred employee must occur within 30 days of the initial referral date.
» The referral must represent the candidate's first contact with CDL Electric Company, Inc.
» Temporary, summer, contract and former employees of CDL Electric Company, Inc. are not eligible candidates for referral awards.
» To be eligible for an award, an employee must submit a referral to Human Resources with a candidate referral form.
» The referring employee must agree to have his or her name used when the company contacts the candidate.
» The first employee to refer a candidate will be the only referring employee eligible for payment.
» Only candidates who meet the essential qualifications for the position will be considered.
» All candidates will be evaluated for employment consistent with company policies and procedures.
» All information regarding the hiring decision will remain strictly confidential.
» The referring employee must be employed by CDL Electric Company, Inc. during the hired candidate's first 90 days of employment to receive the first payment of the referral bonus. ($100 entry/mid-level & $200 for all other positions)-The referring employee must be employed by CDL Electric Company, Inc. during the hired candidate's first 6 months of employment to receive the second payment of the referral bonus ($100 entry/mid-level & $300 for all other positions)-Any disputes or interpretations of this employee referral program will be handled through Human Resources.
» The first referral bonus payment will be paid 90 days after the referred employee's first day of employment at CDL Electric Company, Inc., as long as the referring employee is still employed.
» The second referral bonus payment will be paid 6 months after the referred employee’s first day of employment as long as the referring employee is still employed.
WINTER DRIVING SAFETY: HOW TO PREPARE, REACT, AND STAY ALIVE BEHIND THE WHEEL
Winter doesn’t just bring snowflakes and cozy sweaters - it brings black ice, blinding snow, stalled vehicles, and pileups on the highway. And if you’re driving for work, commuting to a site, or making deliveries, you can’t always wait for sunny skies. You need to know how to prepare your vehicle, adjust your driving, and respond to dangerous conditions when they hit. Even the most experienced drivers can get into trouble when roads are icy or visibility is low. So, this talk isn’t just for rookies, it’s refresher for everyone. Because overconfidence can be just as dangerous as inexperience.
The Reality of Winter Roads
Every year in the Northern U.S. states and Canada, winter road conditions contribute to thousands of vehicle collisions. Many involve injuries. Some resulting in fatalities. The leading causes: Driving too fast, following too closely, failing to prepare, and underestimating the weather.
But snow, ice, and wind don’t care how confident you are. What matters is how prepared you are and how you drive when the weather takes a turn.
BEFORE YOU DRIVE: WINTERIZE EVERYTHING
Î Tires Matter More Than You Think – Install four proper winter tires. Check pressure weekly. Inspect tread depth.
Î Check Your Fluids and Battery – Use winter washer fluid. Top up antifreeze. Test your battery’s strength.
Î Inspect Wipers and Lights – Replace worn blades. Confirm all lights are working and clean.
Î Keep Gas at Least Half Full – Running low in winter is dangerous if you get stranded.
Î Pack an Emergency Kit – Include blankets, gloves, flashlight, food, water, shovel, scraper, sand or kitty litter.
SAFETY REMINDERS
From Curt Featherby
While Driving: Change Your Habits
* Slow Down – Speed limits are for ideal conditions. Adjust for weather.
* Leave More Space – Triple your following distance.
* Use Your Lights – Keep low beams on during snow or fog.
* Steer Smoothly – Avoid jerky movements. Accelerate and brake gently.
* No Cruise Control – Always maintain full control on slick surfaces.
* Watch for Black Ice – Especially on bridges and shaded areas.
* Avoid Sudden Braking – If you skid, steer gently in the direction you want to go.
* Know When to Stay Off the Road
Sometimes the best decision is not to drive at all. If visibility is near zero or roads are hazardous, reroute, delay, or call your supervisor. No delivery or job deadline is worth your life, or someone else’s.
Special Considerations for Work Vehicles
Î Maintain and inspect vehicles regularly.
Î Use backup communication tools.
Î Secure all tools and materials safely.
Î Clear all snow and ice from windows, lights, mirrors, and roof
Winter weather is unpredictable. But your reaction to it doesn’t have to be. Prepare your vehicle, adjust your driving, and stay alert behind the wheel. One smart decision could be the one that gets you home safely.
Because it’s not just snow out there - it’s a serious safety hazard. And you’re the one who can do something about it.
CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS
Below are the current open positions. If you or someone you know is interested, please send Human Resources an email and submit resumes via https://cdlelectric.com/careers/
Pittsburg, Kansas
◘ Handyman/InstallerBilingual
◘ Plumbing Assistant
◘ Licensed Plumber
Joplin, Missouri
◘ Licensed Electrician
◘ Solar Technician
◘ Journeyman Electrician
◘ HVAC Install Technician
◘ Vinyl Technician
◘ Generator Technician
◘ Solar Electrician Technician
Nevada, Missouri
◘ Experienced Service Electrician
◘ HVAC Service Technician
Humboldt, Kansas
◘ Experienced Apprentice Plumber
◘ Master Plumber
◘ Journeyman Electrician
◘ Master Electrician
◘ HVAC Lead Installer
Underground Services
◘ Texas Area
◘ Drill Locator
◘ Laborer
◘ Drill operator
◘ Operator
Oklahoma Area ◘ Drill Locator ◘ Laborer
Drill operator ◘ Operator
Railroad Signal Maintenance Division
◘ Railroad Signal Maintainer -South Bend Indiana
◘ Railroad Signal MaintainerSouth Western Kansas
◘ Railroad Signal MaintainerWisconsin, Indiana, & Illinois area
Aerial ForemanKansas City area
Aerial LaborerKansas City Area
◘ Railroad Signal MaintainerMichigan Area
◘ Railroad Signal MaintainerVirginia area
◘ Working Signal Supervisor RRSM-Michigan area
On Track Safety
Roadway Worker in Charge
Trackside Utility Coordinator
CDL Shared Services A Wonderful Warehouse Team!
Shoutout to our AMAZING CDL Shared Services Warehouse Team. Your hard work, dedication, and teamwork are driving us toward a successful year-end!
Core Team Members: Eric Taylor • Jovanie Sanchez • Tammy McNaught • Colette Davidson • Anna Mitchell • Cheryl Cochran
This outstanding group has been working tirelessly to prepare CDL’s inventory for the upcoming year-end audit. Reorganizing, bagging, tagging, and transferring materials between locations to ensure everything is ready and accurate.
We’d also like to recognize a few extra hands who stepped up to help with this major project:
Honorable Mentions: Lee Pearson • Al Wimp • Drew Phillips
And of course, a big thank-you to our Transportation Team - Darcy Reasoner, Adam Redd, and Chase Higgins - for making the critical trip to Parsons with the 53’ truck and bringing inventory back to Pittsburg. Your support was key in keeping things on track and on time!
The warehouse team has already completed reorganizations at our Nevada and Fort Scott locations and is currently performing tech truck inventories in Pittsburg. The team heads to Humboldt on October 27 to complete inventories on both the Humboldt and Parsons tech trucks.
Your teamwork, attention to detail, and dedication are helping CDL reach ambitious year-end goalsimproving accuracy, efficiency, and overall readiness across our operations.
Thank you all for your commitment and collaboration. Let’s keep this momentum going strong as we move into the final stages of the year-end inventory process!
CDL WINS
REGIONAL WINNER FOR BUSINESS INNOVATION
CDL Electric Company, part of the CDL Group of Companies, is proud to announce its recognition as the Southeast Regional Winner in Business Innovation at the 2025 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards.
Presented by Governor Laura Kelly and Lt. Governor & Secretary of Commerce David Toland, the statewide program honors Kansas businesses whose dedication, creativity, and resilience are helping shape the future of the state’s economy.
“Your hard work is appreciated and certainly worthy of this recognition,” wrote Governor Kelly and Lt. Governor Toland in their congratulatory letter to CDL. “Thanks to businesses like yours, we continue to reach to the stars.”
CDL was nominated for its commitment to job creation, innovative services, and ongoing investment in Southeast Kansas, as well as its impact on local identity, workforce growth, and industrial advancement.
“This recognition belongs to our entire team,” said CDL leadership. “Our success is built on the people who show up every day ready to solve problems, serve customers, and make a difference in Kansas.”
The Business Innovation Award underscores CDL’s continued focus on growth, diversification, and community partnership—values that have guided the company from its Pittsburg roots to its role as a leader in Kansas industry.
A commemorative plaque honoring CDL’s achievement will be proudly displayed at company headquarters.
PHOTO OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to This Months Winner
ANDREW WOOD
Thank you to each and every employee that submitted photos to our contest! Photos submitted may be used in future marketing material. Your dedication & pride in your job is greatly appreciated.