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News | April 26, 2022

Employee Reflection: Pyong To Hong

Material Handling Equipment Operator, Gimcheon, South Korea

A man poses.
Material Handler and Receiver Pyong To Hong.
A man poses.
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Material Handler and Receiver Pyong To Hong.
Photo By: Courtesy photo
VIRIN: 220426-D-D0441-1234
What’s your job?

Package and load RTDS property for outbound shipment.

How long have you worked for the federal government, including military service?

39 years.

How long have you worked for DLA Disposition Services?

35 years.

What about your job brings the most satisfaction?

It provides a stable life for my family and myself.

What is the best piece of advice someone has given you?

Always be honest and humble.

What previous training has enhanced your work performance in your current role?

MHE training.

Where do you see yourself in five years? 

A normal person in nature.

What was your first job?

Tractor operator.

Who’s your biggest influence?

My parents and family.

Any interests outside work?

Travel.

Any favorite quotes?

“Know yourself.”

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Inventor.

Any heroes?

Thomas Edison.

If you could choose to be anything for a day, what would it be? 

Pilot.