In this episode of the Sparky Life podcast, host Lia Lamela welcomes wastewater treatment plant operators Emily Grace and Val Gacek. Emily and Val share how they got involved in the field, the income range in the industry, and unique experiences they've had on the job. They also discuss the lack of interest in their field and the gender dynamics they encounter. Lia expresses admiration for her guests and encourages listeners to connect with them. I'm incredibly grateful to Emily and Val for sharing their insights and experiences. If you have any questions for them or want to learn more about their fascinating work, feel free to reach out. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review. Your feedback helps us create content that sparks your interest. Don't forget to subscribe, like, follow, and share the Sparky Life podcast to hear more inspiring stories.Connect with us: @sparkylifeofliaSparky Life Supports: Raya Kenney's Foundation Women Who Worked on the Home Front MemorialBe a part of history!National Memorial to the Women Who Worked on the Home Front FoundationHere's Raya and a little about her memorialCongress approves Women Who Worked on the Home Front MemorialHere's the link to donate. https://marnie-kenney-sfg2.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=63d1d506217f9e44111ecfeaApply for Skilled Trades the Mike Rowe Scholarship:https://www.mikeroweworks.org/scholarship/We support financial advancement for the skilled trades community. You can reach out to Jennifer Markwell at Platinum Wealth email [email protected] website www.PlatinumWealth.netMusic by https://www.purple-planet.com
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