Coaching the next generation of rowers
Hours before her workday starts at OPPD, Bridget Navratil is busy coaching the women who compete on Creighton University's rowing team. "That just brings me a lot of joy.”
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OPPD employee’s training kicked in when sinkhole swallowed vehicles
Alex Prine says OPPD's strong safety culture is a key reason he was prepared to help a driver escape from the sinkhole. “I think a lot of people would have done the same."
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New skills test helps OPPD find the next generation of steamfitters
The assessment examines applicants’ skills, work ethic and attitude. “We’re not just testing for the right skills. We’re looking at how well we can work with the person.”
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‘Mr. E’ hits a big student milestone
Energy Consultant Eric BenSalah, the master of OPPD’s Energy Education Program, recently taught his 10,000th student during a visit to Bell Elementary School in Papillion.
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Giving back for the holidays
OPPD employees work to help provide gifts, assistance and a little holiday cheer to members of the district's communities.
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Team learns valuable safety lessons, earns a top award in rescue challenge
OPPD's team snagged a first place trophy at the event, which tests industrial and municipal rescue teams using realistic crisis situations.
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