October Employee Spotlight: Jonah Rieber

Employees are our greatest asset and as part of our People First initiative, we want to recognize the people behind the power. Our employees are a major factor in Dairyland being a Great Place to Work and a sustainable and reliable power provider. The employee spotlight series features an employee each month, shining a spotlight on their interests and what it's like to be a part of the Dairyland team.

Employee Spotlight On
Jonah Rieber
Fleet Mechanic IV

What is your job and what do you like most about it?
I am a fleet mechanic IV. I enjoy working on a wide variety of equipment and am lucky to work with a great team each day.

What led you to work in this field?
Growing up, I was always interested in understanding in how things worked and enjoyed taking things apart and putting things back together. Now as a mechanic, I get to do it every day.

Why do you think Dairyland is a great place to work?
The great group of coworkers I have the pleasure of working with and a safe work environment.

What about life outside work? Tell us about your favorite things.
My favorite activities outside of work include hunting, fishing and raising my one- and two-year-old daughters.

What's the best piece of advice you've been given? Favorite quote?
If you're not early your late.

What motivates you?
Building a better life for my fiancé and two daughters.

Where's your favorite local spot?
Red Pines Bar & Grill in Onalaska.

Favorite book?
I enjoy reading Louis L'Amour Books.

Dream vacation?
Alaska!