SPRINGFIELD EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND TRAINING
Our Managers are challenged to constantly ask themselves- “Why would anyone want to work here?”
They use this as a guideline in promoting a healthy and safe work environment.
- Health Insurance for employees and their families at no cost to employees
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Pre-employment physical and drug screens are required for new hires
- Springfield is a non smoking company
- Springfield provides each employee with a complete company handbook detailing all company benefits along with return to work and leave of absence programs
- Springfield participates in outreach efforts to attract veterans for employment. 20% of our workforce is veterans
In over 20 years, Springfield has never had a lost time injury or accident.
- Bi-weekly safety meetings are held. Man-lifts and hoists are purchased to make the work place as safe as possible
- A safety meeting is held on location at the onset of each project where safety concerns specific to that job are discussed
- Drivers of company vehicles must perform a safety inspection before driving any company vehicle
- Employees receive training in CPR, First Aid, and Asbestos Abatement
- Ongoing education is provided to our employees in new and related fields
Our Employees
Terry UmlorJim KehrerTerri Jo UmlorZach Cole |
Suzie DunlapNate CapperHeather SlaterRob Powers |
As a graduate of Traverse City High School, Terry returned to his hometown area after college and military service because of his regard for the region and the people who live here. He brings over 30 years of construction experience along with a commitment to provide guaranteed solutions to roofing problems while exceeding customer expectations. Terry is married with 6 children, 2 still at home. He enjoys his volunteer leadership through Michigan 4-H Outdoor Adventure Challenge Club. He also enjoys his family, and is an avid outdoorsmen.
Jim joined Springfield in 2002 as Sales Manager. He has extensive construction sales experience and a Bachelors degree in Business Management from Saginaw Valley State University. Prior to joining Springfield, Jim held various sales and management positions with Duro-Last Roofing Company in Saginaw, Michigan. In addition to his education and experience, Jim brings a strong commitment to permanently solving customer’s roofing problems with methods that are time tested and guaranteed. Jim believes an informed customer makes good business decisions. He is willing to take the time needed to explain and educate building owners and facility managers so that they may make informed decisions about their buildings. Jim is married with a three year old son. Jim, a former college football player, plays Rugby for the Traverse City Blues in his spare time. He and his wife have been instrumental in forming the youth Rugby program in Traverse City.
Terri Jo Umlor
Vice President and Business Manager
Among her many responsibilities Terri Jo manages our HR programs as well as Marketing and Public Relations. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Spring Arbor University, and in her spare time she enjoys her large family, hiking and reading.
Zach earned his bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Michigan Tech in May 2006. He possesses additional certifications in digital thermography and capitance testing. Zach’s talent lies in his thorough understanding of the latest in scanning technology. He uses these advanced tools to find energy loss problems and engineer money saving solutions. In his spare time, Zach enjoys hunting, fishing, and hiking.
Suzie Dunlap
Accounting Manager
Suzie manages all aspects of Springfield’s Accounting Department. Suzie earned her bachelors Degree in Accountancy from Central Michigan University. Suzie possesses excellent accounting skills, a pleasant personality, and a “can do” attitude.
Nate studied Biology and Product Development at Albion College and Northern Michigan University. As our Service Department manager he uses his extensive experience in Green Building Practices to ensure that our customer’s roofing problems are remedied whenever possible, with environmentally friendly products.
Heather Slater
Contact Manager
Heather manages our customer contact database along with our bid proposals and contracts. She has extensive computer and organizational skills, and is fondly referred to as our “Lead-off Batter” as it is her friendly voice our customers first hear when calling Springfield Roofing.
Rob serves as our field manager. Rob makes sure our crews provide the highest quality of workmanship with the least amount of disruption to the building owner. As a customer, you can be assured that Rob will “take care of it.” His construction expertise and experience along with his management skills allow him to coordinate projects and accommodate customer’s need along with solving any “on the job” technical issues that may occur.