Finding Financial Stability and Purpose at Altec: Sarah Lubash

When asked what Altec value she relates to the most, Altec Associate Sarah Lubash points to financial stability.

“I don’t have that worry. I don’t live check to check. I’m lucky. I’m so grateful. Even on my worst days, I can always step back and say, ‘I wouldn’t trade this for the world,” Sarah said.

Sarah worked in the sign industry for almost 10 years doing graphics, design and fabrication work. She came to Altec because of the encouragement of a family member who was also an Altec associate.

“I got introduced to Altec because my brother-in-law actually worked at Altec for such a long period of time. He said that I could spread that knowledge to the finish section that I work in. It’s impacted me because I was able to take the knowledge that I had before I started working here to help me develop a niche here,” she said.

Sarah has now been at Altec Roanoke for five years and is the group lead over dress out, a section of finish near the end of a truck’s completion.

Since coming to Altec, she has been able to help her team members grow by sharing her skills and experience.

“Now that I’ve got people coming in and they’re under me, I’m able to take that knowledge that I’ve gained and help them learn how to do the same thing. It’s kind of nice to be able to feel like I’ve played a good part here.”

Her advice for those looking to work at Altec? Be willing to learn.

“You don’t need to have any former experience. You can learn everything that you need here. As long as you come here with the right attitude and a willingness to learn, then you can make it. Easy,” Sarah said.

Once associates get to Altec, she wants them to know they are more than just an employee, they belong.

“You’re not a zombie. You’re not just a number when you come here you are, I hate to sound cliché, but you’re part of the team,” she said.

In addition to encouraging both present and future Altec associates, Sarah says she enjoys seeing the products Altec makes out in the world.

“It’s nice to be able to see those trucks out there and see people actually using them,” she said.

Altec Careers

At Altec, we know if we put our minds and hearts and backs into something, we can do anything. We care about people. We look after each other.

And no matter where we go, across the nation or the globe, we know one thing holds true: our equipment, our services, and our solutions are used to advance our communities and improve other people’s lives.

Does a career at Altec seem like the right fit for you? If you’re interested in joining Team Altec, check out our current job openings here.