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Introduction of new / promoted City of Brookings employees.
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The following City of Brookings Public Works supervisory employees will be introduced to the City Council and public:
• Martin Wager, Master Mechanic
• Justin Vostad, Landfill Supervisor
• Troy Hughes, Fire Chief
Biographies
Martin Wagner - Street Division - Promotion to Master Mechanic
It is with great pride that we recognize Martin Wagner for his promotion to Master Mechanic within the City of Brookings Street Division.
Martin has been an integral part of the Street Division since joining the team in November 2017. Over the years, he has made significant contributions to a wide range of essential operations, including asphalt maintenance, winter storm response, and both preventative and predictive maintenance of our fleet.
As the division’s sole mechanic, Martin has been the cornerstone of our maintenance operations, often working around the clock to ensure our equipment and vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community. His skill, dedication, and tireless work ethic have earned him the respect of his colleagues and leadership alike.
In his new role as Master Mechanic, Martin will take on expanded responsibilities, including oversight of the entire Public Works fleet. In the near future, he and the new Street Mechanic position will also explore the potential of supporting the Police Department by assisting with preventive maintenance on their fleet as well.
Martin’s promotion reflects not only his technical expertise, but also his leadership and commitment to excellence. We are confident he will continue to be an invaluable asset in this new capacity, and we thank him for his ongoing service to the City of Brookings.
Justin Vostad - Solid Waste Division - Landfill Supervisor
We are pleased to welcome Justin Vostad to the City of Brookings Solid Waste Division as our new Landfill Supervisor.
Justin brings a wealth of experience in construction and team leadership. For the past six years, he has served as a Foreman with Austreim Excavating. His background also includes valuable time with Midland Contracting and Prunty Construction.
As Landfill Supervisor, Justin will oversee the daily operations of the Brookings Regional Landfill. His responsibilities will include ensuring proper placement and compaction of waste, applying daily cover at the end of each workday, and maintaining access roads. Additionally, he will manage the landfill budget, supervise equipment maintenance, and plan for future development of the facility.
We are excited to have Justin on board and look forward to the leadership and expertise he will bring as we continue to advance the operations of the Brookings Regional Landfill.
Troy Hughes, Fire Chief
Troy joins the City from the Los Alamos Fire Department, where he served as Fire Chief for the last 14 years. In addition to his time in Los Alamos, Troy also served 27 years in the Grand Island, Nebraska, Fire Department, concluding as the Chief.
Troy earned his AAS in Fire Protection Technology then went on to earn his BA in Public Administration. Troy has continued his education, earning an MA in Management and a MA in Security Studies.