Jonell Gordon - Office Administration - Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Jonell Gordon

has over 15 years of business administration and technology teaching experience. She received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Kansas. Jonell now serves as the Business and Finance instructor at Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center, where she is preparing the students for careers after Job Corps.

Jeremy Brayton - Bricklaying - Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Jeremy Brayton

is a graduate of the Bricklaying program at North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit, Kan. He completed the program and joined the Union Bricklayers Local 2 in Lincoln, Neb. Jeremy then accepted the IMI Bricklaying instructor position at Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center over a decade ago. He uses his knowledge and experience to motivate young people in basic bricklaying techniques to meet the demand of union bricklaying contractors.

Kevin Vogl - Carpentry - Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Kevin Vogl

, Union Carpentry instructor, has a background in industrial construction, safety, personnel management and development, and millwrighting which makes him vital to Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. Kevin carries various welding certifications, with an extensive background in fabrication. This background allows him to teach and mentor students in various areas of the Construction program. Kevin also is a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters.  

Bobby Delgado - Cement Masonry - Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Bobby Delgado

has worked as the Cement Masonry instructor at Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center for over a decade. He has been a member of Operative Plasterers’ and Cement Masons’ International Association since 2007 and has over 30 years of cement industry experience. Bobby’s background in the construction industry spans 32 years, and he is passion about teaching the next generation of cement masons.  

Ira McKillip - Welding - Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Ira McKillip

is a Welding instructor at Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. He served honorably in the United States Marine Corps for four years before attending several different institutions, such as Missouri Welding Institute in Nevada and Eastern Wyoming College, where he learned pipe welding and structural welding. He also is an OSHA 30 trainer and a sergeant in the Nebraska National Guard.

Kyle Ruiz - Welding - Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Kyle Ruiz

is a Welding instructor at Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. He attended Eastern Wyoming College and graduated with an associate degree in welding and joining technology. Kyle is a Certified Associate Welding Inspector through the American Welding Society. When he isn’t working, Kyle is an avid metal works artist and has donated his art to support the local Veterans of Foreign Wars post and the Dawes County Ag Society Banquet.

Joel Hatzenbihler - Bricklaying - Angell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Joel Hatzenbihler

, International Masonry Institute Bricklayer instructor, works with young adults, teaching masonry at Angell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. He has extensive experience as a hod carrier and superintendent. Joel credits his father for pushing him into the field. He appreciates creating something that is lasting that others can enjoy.