Our employees’ acts of kindness are anything but random
It’s a company-wide philosophy to go the extra mile to help our customers, but many of our employees, like Eric Gailer, have put it to practice both on and off the job. Whether it’s by building a ramp to make a house wheelchair accessible for a customer or fixing a broken meter for a customer who couldn’t afford to make the repair on their own, our employees are often recognized for their willingness to help those in need.
We can’t take credit for their actions, but we’re proud to call each of these employees one of our own. They are exemplary of EPB’s culture and commitment to serve our community as compassionate neighbors.
Eric Gailer FICOM Installer
Todd Edwards Manager of Desktop Support
Helping students navigate the workplace
For two weeks every summer, EPB employees, like Todd Edwards, take time to mentor local high school students. Through a partnership with the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga, EPB has participated in the Summer Shadow Program since 2011. Students take turns shadowing employees in various departments, learning about different jobs, and discovering what it takes to work at EPB.
A student following Todd, for example, can get a firsthand look at his job in information technologies, learn about things like data storage, or maybe even sit in on a real meeting. For the students, it’s a chance to learn about different career paths and learn more about our company and the people that work here. For our employees, it’s an opportunity to share their expertise, offer guidance, and make a difference in the lives of young people.