A Salute to Service: Celebrating Our Veterans at SCL

November 9, 2024

At SCL, we recognize the dedication and sacrifice of our team members who have served in the armed forces. This Veterans Day, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the veterans within our organization. The commitment by all veterans and their families to serving our country is an inspiration to us all, and we are proud to have them as part of our team.

A Salute to Our Veterans' 100+ Years of Service

Benjamin Hewitt
Branch: U.S. Army - National Guard
Rank: O2 - Captain
MOS: 31A - Military Police
Years of Service: 9
SCL Division: Orange, CA, Director of Operations

A person in military uniform stands at an outdoor podium, speaking into a microphone. Blue bleachers and vehicles are visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Jeffrey Lee
Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
Rank: E8 - Master Sergeant
MOS: 0699 - Communications Officer
Years of Service: 28
SCL Division: Orange, CA, Director of Safety & Compliance

A U.S. Marine in dress uniform and campaign hat stands in front of American and Marine Corps flags. Text at the bottom reads, “GySgt Lee, Instructor DI School.”.

Armando Lieras
Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
Rank: E4 - Corporal
MOS: 0311 - Rifleman
Years of Service: 4
SCL Division: Richmond, CA, Operations Manager

A soldier in camouflage pants and a green t-shirt sits on the ground cleaning a rifle. Various military gear, including a rifle, helmet, and canteen, is laid out beside him against a light-colored wall.

Brett Leggitt
Branch: U.S. Air Force
Rank: E6 - Staff Sergeant
MOS: 1A2X1 - Aircraft Loadmaster
Years of Service: 10
SCL Division: Richmond, CA, Northern CA Regional Manager

A person in a military flight suit stands on a tarmac in front of a large aircraft, with hands on hips and mountains visible in the background.

Luis Mejia
Branch: U.S. Army (8 years)
Rank: E5 - Sergeant
MOS: 44B - Welder/Mechanic
Years of Service: 8
SCL Division: Richmond, CA, Northern CA Regional Operations Manager

A man in camouflage pants and a brown T-shirt stands in front of a tan military Humvee, with a mounted turret on top. The Humvee has a spade symbol painted on the door.

Calvin Fowler
Branch: U.S. Army - National Guard
Rank: E4 - Specialist
MOS: 88M - Mechanic
Years of Service: 8
SCL Division: Richmond, CA, Class A Driver

Keith Kerslake
Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
Rank: E6 Staff Sergeant to O1 - 2nd Lieutenant (Mustang)
MOS: 0300 - Infantry
Years of Service: 6
SCL Division: Vista, CA, Cardlock & Fuel Sales Representative

A young man in a tan military uniform and cap stands outdoors, smiling faintly. There is a fence and greenery in the background.

Mike Schulze
Branch: U.S. Navy
Rank: E6 - 1st Class Petty Officer
MOS: ET - Electronic Technician (Nuclear)
Years of Service: 8.5
SCL Division: Vista, CA, Industrial Oil Sales Representative

A portrait of a young man in a sailor uniform and white cap, with two overlapping images of him, one in close-up facing left and another further back facing forward, against a dark background.

Ralph Brown
Branch: U.S. Army
Years of Service: 4
SCL Division: Vista, CA, Class A Driver

Pat Donnelly
Branch: U.S. Navy
Years of Service: 4
SCL Division: Vista, CA, Class A Driver

Anthony Maestaz
Branch: U.S. Marine Corps (4 years)
Rank: E4 Corporal
MOS: 0411 - Maintenance Management Specialist
Years of Service: 4
SCL Division: San Jose, CA, Class B Driver

A person in a U.S. Marine Corps dress uniform, including a white cap with the Marine emblem, poses for a formal portrait with a red and gold flag in the background.

Jose Mendoza
Branch: U.S. Army
Rank: E5 - Sergeant
MOS: 31B - Military Police
Years of Service: 5
SCL Division: Lancaster, CA, Class B Driver

Three people in military uniforms stand indoors. The person in the center holds a certificate while the others stand on either side, all posing and facing the camera in front of tan lockers.

Travis Rodebeck
Branch: U.S. Navy
Rank: E5 - Petty Officer Second Class
MOS: BU - Builder
Years of Service: 10
SCL Division: Orange, CA, Credit Platform Manager

A person in green camouflage military uniform and cap stands outdoors on grass with arms crossed, near another person in similar attire, with trees and sunlight in the background.

Ron Roth
Branch: U.S. Army - National Guard
Rank: E4 - Corporal
MOS: 88M - Motor Transport Operator
Years of Service: 11
SCL Division: Greenfield, CA, Facility Manager

Travis Becktel
Branch: U.S. Army - National Guard
Rank: O2 - 1st Lieutenant
MOS: 11A - Infantry Officer
Years of Service: 7
SCL Division: Orange, CA, General Manager

Thank You for Your Service

To each of these individuals, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to protecting the freedoms we cherish. Your bravery and dedication do not go unnoticed, and we are honored to work alongside you. As we celebrate Veterans Day, let us remember the incredible contributions that our veterans have made, both in service to our country and in their roles at SCL.
Together, let’s continue to foster an environment of respect and gratitude for those who have served and to support each other in our shared mission of excellence. Thank you, veterans, for your unwavering service to our nation and your invaluable contributions to SCL.

Ready to Help

An SCL Industry Expert will set up a free, 10-min, no obligation consultation to identify cost saving or performance optimization strategies for your business.

Schedule a Free Consultation

A Salute to Service: Celebrating Our Veterans at SCL