Local 676 Member is New Jersey’s Safest UPS Driver
“I like being out; I wouldn’t like sitting in an office. I like interacting with people and I’ve made a lot of friends that I’ve delivered to. A lot of the kids have grown up and now they have kids. It’s a very rewarding experience,” Lodovico said. Lodovico has earned the distinction of safest UPS driver in New Jersey. He’s gone nearly 40 years and more than 1.5 million miles without an accident. Earning such recognition is no small feat, considering New Jersey is one of the most congested states for driving in the United States. The member of Teamsters Local 676 attributes his impressive driving record to his alertness and the regular training he receives on the job. “We talk about safety every morning and we have constant training. You look out for hazards. You look left-right-left and then count 1-2-3,” Lodovico said, sharing his tips for safe driving. Great at His Job
While safety is important to Lodovico, so is supporting his co-workers. He’s served for 30 years as a Teamster shop steward.
“I enjoyed being a steward because I could help the other drivers, work together with everybody and follow the contract,” he said. “I like working with people, always have.”
“I’ve known George for 30 years, and he’s great at his job and he’s a great member,” said Roy Kaiser, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 676 in Collingswood, New Jersey.
Lodovico starts work around 4:30 a.m. This morning, he was at Philadelphia International Airport, collecting packages and taking them to the Vineland, New Jersey, facility to be sorted and delivered. The holiday season is the busiest time of the year at UPS.
If you live in the Philadelphia region, Lodovico could possibly be delivering your holiday package. So, keep your eyes on the road.
That’s where Lodovico’s will be.
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