Wacker Neuson has awarded its first annual Technician of the Year Award for 2012.

The award is designed to acknowledge dealer technicians that take ownership and pride in supporting the Wacker Neuson brand. Nick Pearcy of Logan Contractors Supply, Olathe, Kan., is the first dealer technician to receive Wacker Neuson’s Technician of the Year Award.

Pearcy has worked for Logan Contractor Supply since 2005 and has been a great asset to both organizations in the service and troubleshooting of equipment. Pearcy challenges himself to find solutions and efficient procedures prior to making costly repairs or adjustments. He has established a strong working relationship with Wacker Neuson’s support and training groups allowing an excellent transfer of product knowledge.

Dane Francis, Wacker Neuson’s field service trainer, nominated Pearcy for the award. “On several occasions, Nick has worked closely with the sales force assisting with equipment sales through demonstration of service, safety and operation training. He is a quick learner and always eager to absorb new information and broaden his knowledge,” said Francis.

Each year, Wacker Neuson will recognize a dealer technician with this national award. The recipient and dealership receives a plaque, Wacker Neuson sponsorship to one of the company’s certified service schools the following year, a selection of products from Wacker Neuson’s special tooling catalog and an onsite presentation delivered by Wacker Neuson.

“This award is important for us as a manufacturer to acknowledge the individuals who show exceptional support to the brand,” said Jason Oglesby, technical services manager of Wacker Neuson. Oglesby continued, “Wacker Neuson is proud to recognize and give back to the dealers that keep our products at the forefront in relation to quality and reliability. We are dedicated to provide our customers with the best tools and resources to be successful. It is our goal to be the industry leader in support and training, and this can only be achieved by acknowledging those that are as dedicated as we are. Taking this lead by example approach has truly infiltrated our dealer network. In turn, this is an example of how our dealer technicians take pride in the product they represent.”

In addition to the National Technician of the Year Award, Wacker Neuson presented regional awards to the top technicians nominated by Wacker Neuson field service and sales staff. Those receiving the Regional Technician of the Year Award for 2012 include:

• Brandon Smith, All Access Rentals, Spring Valley, Calif.

• Nathan Frohnapple, Southeast Industrial Equipment, Raleigh, N.C.

• Peter Davis, Able Tool and Equipment, South Windsor, Conn.

• Joe Moore, Franklin Equipment, Columbus, Ohio

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