CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT, Texas – The fruits of CCAD’s labor, from planting seeds to growing a continually skilled workforce, have finally begun to grow, as 40 people were sworn in during a swearing-in ceremony.
More than half of the new hires were Del Mar College graduates, a direct result of the partnership between the academic institution and the warehouse. CCAD is constantly seeking to recruit and train the next generation of craftsmen and employees, and earlier this year, the American Aviation Depot signed a letter of agreement with Del Mar College.
“This is just the beginning of our partnership,” said Dan Koros, dean of workforce programs at the college. “We plan to do more with CCAD to provide more career opportunities for our students, especially in military careers.”
“It was very encouraging to see this number of new employees here today,” said Samuel Fryer, training information manager. “We have never seen this number of employees hired at one time.” AMCOM Commander and Staff Sgt. Speaks [to the group]highlights the importance of the depot and how CCAD fits into the big picture of supporting the Army and our nation.”
The partnership provides local graduates with a path to explore career opportunities related to their academic field while also learning about civilian careers within the Department of the Army.
Since signing, CCAD has participated in Del Mar College’s external stakeholder focus groups at the DMC Oso Creek and DMC West campuses. In addition, CCAD participated in two career fairs held at Del Mar College.
Aviation and Missile Command Commander Maj. Gen. Tom O’Connor and Command Sgt. Major Bradford Smith thanked the new employees for joining the Army and the AMCOM family. The depot employs civil service and contract employees in direct and indirect roles supporting aircraft production.
“Thank you for your commitment to our nation and our Soldiers. I’m counting on you to do your job to ensure we produce quality products because people’s lives depend on our products. I would ask you to consider how you can do that,” O’Connor said. “You come to work every day and challenge the status quo. We have to be more efficient and effective.”
“I’m always excited when I come here because I always learn something new,” Smith said. “Specifically, how do we recruit, train and retain people like you. And most importantly, how do we ensure that the workload comes down to ‘Are you here to keep your job?’ “What you do is essential, and we thank you for joining the team to serve your country.”
CCAD Commander Colonel Kyle Hogan and his deputy and Chief Operating Officer Rod Benson shared expectations with the new employees about their ability to build the depot’s legacy.
“Ultimately, it’s people who create organization,” Hogan said. “We hear a lot of things about artificial intelligence and robotics. However, we will always need people to do the thinking side.” [of the job]The human part, the executive part of the job. What [leadership is] “What I’m trying to do is make sure that our assets go where they need to go to defend the nation, and I have answered the call.”
Benson talked about the three Cs: reputation, relationships, and results.
“You are now a US Government employee, a 24/7 CCADer. Remember the three Cs and then challenge assumptions. Strive to understand the process and “why” this job exists. Strive to execute on the job, do your best and achieve success from About you better.
Victor Perez, a Del Mar College and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi graduate, applied for a job at a career fair and was recently hired as an IT specialist.
“I was at Del Mar College working on my associate’s degree in business administration,” he said. Through my involvement with the Del Mar community, I feel that CCAD provides the leverage to continue to build this community.”
Emily Garcia Angel, a recently hired sand sweeper, earned her Level 1 certificate at Del Mar College. “I’ve been going to Del Mar since my sophomore year of high school,” she said. “I was a dual-credit student and got into the welding program. Amazingly, I just turned 18 and got a job here at CCAD. I’m honored.”
O’Connor thanked Del Mar for partnering to help people with airframe and power plant licensing and training, adding that great relationships with the community are critical.
“Being here [at CCAD] And in Corpus Christi, you are part of a broader community. “This broader community supports us [AMCOM] “It directly supports our soldiers in the lower range.”
Benson stressed the importance of attending daily, removing excuses, and taking responsibility. He said improvement happens in small steps from the self to the organization and, ultimately, to the industry.
“We have people here who do things that no one else in the world does here, and you can do it. It doesn’t matter where you start. It’s up to you where you want to go,” he said.
Building on partnerships with academic organizations provides CCAD’s workforce with a path to success.
“From GED to doctorate, we are thrilled to be associated with this partnership and what we offer, not only here for our people, but for the rest of the world,” Hogan said.
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The partnership between the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD) and the local Del Mar College has been instrumental in both institutions thriving. The latest success comes in the form of CCAD gaining 40 new employees who have completed their training at Del Mar College. This collaboration has not only provided valuable opportunities for the students, but has also contributed to the growth and success of CCAD. The partnership between the two institutions continues to thrive, and the recent influx of new employees is a testament to the positive impact of their collaboration.