This quarter, we received so many outstanding nominations for Employee of the 1st Quarter that selecting only one was impossible. As a result, we are proud to recognize two exceptional individuals.
Employee of the 1st Quarter – FF Colin Dyck, Calgary International Airport
Our first Employee of the 1st Quarter is Fire Fighter Colin Dyck from Calgary International Airport, nominated by Deputy Fire Chief Brett Gerein and Captain Chad Harper for the exemplary leadership he has brought to the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) department.
Colin has played a pivotal role in the success of the department’s Training portfolio, an area overseen by Deputy Chief Gerein’s crew. This work includes developing and expanding training materials, reviewing and providing feedback on crew training assignments, auditing departmental training, creating training templates in Emergency Reporting, issuing monthly training assignments, and—most recently—leading the transition to a fully paperless training system.
In the first quarter of this year alone, Colin’s contributions have been invaluable. His computer skills and strong knowledge of Excel have enabled him to design new forms, documents, and an entirely refreshed Training Portfolio that is organized, comprehensive, and more efficient than ever. He approaches every task with care and attention to detail, providing constructive feedback that elevates the department’s overall training standards. Colin was also a major force behind the successful implementation of digital training reports and signatures, ensuring a smooth and modernized transition for the entire department.
Since joining the Calgary team in March 2019, Colin has maintained perfect attendance while consistently demonstrating professionalism, initiative, and an unwavering work ethic. In just two years as a Fire Fighter, he has earned the respect and admiration of peers and Officers alike through his affable nature, insight, and leadership.
In a time marked by constant change and new challenges, Colin remains a steady, positive presence—someone who leads by example and tackles every challenge head-on. While it is impossible to fully capture all of Colin’s strengths in a short nomination, Deputy Chief Gerein highlights several qualities that define him: leadership, decisiveness, and responsibility, complemented by the many intangibles that make a true leader—respect, humility, dedication, humor, honesty, integrity, transparency, hard work, and resiliency.
We are proud to recognize FF Colin Dyck as one of our Employees of the 1st Quarter. Congratulations, Colin, and thank you for your exceptional contributions to the Calgary ARFF team.
Employee of the 1st Quarter – Lt. Daniel Flores, Boeing San Antonio
Our second Employee of the 1st Quarter is Lieutenant Daniel Flores from the Boeing site in San Antonio, proudly nominated by Fire Chief Juan Cardona.
Lt. Flores has long been recognized as an exceptional employee, consistently demonstrating professionalism, expertise, and dedication. His leadership and quick action were especially evident during the recent winter freeze that impacted much of Texas. The Boeing site faced significant challenges as major failures occurred throughout the facility’s permanently installed fire suppression systems.
Thanks to Lt. Flores’ fast thinking, deep knowledge of the equipment, and extensive experience, he was able to prevent what could have been severe water damage in multiple affected areas—including feeder lines from risers, overhead sprinkler systems, valves, and more. His ability to remain calm under pressure and respond decisively protected the site from extensive disruption and potential loss.
Beyond his outstanding performance during the freeze, Lt. Flores has also taken on the role of Training Instructor for the department. In this capacity, he continues to deliver high-quality training classes that strengthen operational readiness and elevate the team’s overall performance.
Lt. Flores exemplifies reliability, expertise, and leadership. We are proud to recognize Lieutenant Daniel Flores as one of our Employees of the 1st Quarter. Congratulations, and thank you for your exceptional service and commitment to the Boeing ARFF team.
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