McCarroll steps into storekeeper/buyer role
San Luis Valley’s REC’s Clay McCarroll (pictured at right) recently stepped into the role of storekeeper/buyer, following three years as the warehouseman. Prior to joining REC’s team Clay worked as a salesman and warehouseman for American Electric. While there he gained experience in many of the duties he performs for the REC: material purchasing, inventory and warehouse stocking, among others. He also worked as an apprentice electrician for his father’s company, Five Star Electric.
As REC’s storekeeper/buyer Clay is responsible for maintaining adequate inventory levels and records, ordering and receiving materials for both the electrical and fiber departments, making sure all items are charged correctly and on time for all jobs, reconciling work orders to verify accuracy and much more.
“Any time you start something new it is all a learning experience. Being flexible and patient are two attributes that have been put to the test [in my new position],” Clay said. “But change and learning curves that come with new things are always challenging— have a good attitude and confidence in yourself then things start to get easier.”
Clay was born and raised in the Valley, graduating from Centauri High School. In his time outside of REC, he enjoys being outdoors— sports, hunting, fishing, farming and ranching. In addition, Clay and his wife have a new daughter.