30 Years of Service: Dennis Gryzbowski

Motor Pool Foreman, Office of Transportation

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Dennis came to work in the Transportation department at Andrews University in September of 1992 as the assistant motor pool foreman and later assumed the position of motor pool foreman. His main responsibility is the supervision of the Transportation workshop, which maintains the fleet of Andrews University vehicles in good, clean and safe operating condition. He also helps with many other tasks that are necessary to keep Andrews moving. Dennis can often be seen at all times of the day or night helping with bus and truck driving, plowing snow and doing whatever is needed for any emergencies that arise.

He has a genuine interest in the other employees and students who work with him. Over the years he has mentored many student employees and often maintains contact with them after they have moved away from Andrews.

Elise says, “I enjoy working with Dennis very much as he is always willing to step up and do whatever needs to be done. He willingly drives for bus trips, snow plowing in the middle of the night, and airport runs if needed, even though there is much work to be done in the garage. He views our work here at Transportation as a team effort and it is much appreciated.”

Mario comments, “Dennis is an empathic friend that I can count on for an honest perspective even when the truth is uncomfortable.”

Thank you, Dennis, for 30 years of service to Andrews University where you have not only exceled in repairing and driving vehicles but have also taken the time to share your faith and expertise with coworkers and create an environment where students who work with you can learn the skills they need to go out and change the world.