Employee Spotlight
Every month, we proudly introduce two of our dedicated team members who contribute to our company's success. Join us in highlighting their hard work, unique talents, and the passion they bring to their respective roles at the District. Get to know the people behind our achievements and learn what makes our team truly special.
Meet - Kyle Brothers
Kyle Brothers has been with Stockton East Water District since May 2018 and is currently a Chief Plant Operator with the District, supporting our constituents by overseeing the daily operations of the District’s water treatment facility to ensure delivery of clean, safe, and compliant drinking water. Kyle thrives on learning new things and enjoys collaborating with all departments at SEWD.
His journey into water operations began while working at an environmental laboratory, where he collected water samples and monitored groundwater wells. During that time, he became fascinated by the operations side of water treatment plants—often requesting tours, which quickly sparked a strong interest in the field. Kyle finds great satisfaction in helping to provide clean, safe drinking water to the public.
Outside of work, he enjoys riding dirt bikes and going camping. Something many colleagues might not know about Kyle is that he began volunteering as an intern in 2015 before officially becoming an Operator-in-Training in 2018. He also comes from a large family—he’s the oldest of ten siblings!
“Kyle is an earnest and dedicated employee. He has embraced his role at the District since being hired and has lead by example throughout his career. His quick ascension to Chief Plant Operator is a testament to his work ethic and tenacity while dealing with the complexities of water treatment processes and regulations.”Juan M. Vega, Assistant General Manager
Meet - Manuel Verduzco
Manuel Verduzco has been an integral part of Stockton East since August of 2015 and is currently the Senior Engineer supporting our constituents by providing engineering support in design and development of our infrastructure. Manuel’s favorite aspect of working at Stockton East is the collaborative environment, where teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and camaraderie drive progress toward a common goal.
Manuel chose his current profession due to a natural affinity for science and mathematics, combined with a strong appreciation for problem-solving. Additionally, his interest in structures and automobiles makes engineering a perfect professional fit.
Outside of work, Manuel likes to play soccer, football, and basketball. He also loves to spend quality time with his friends. Manuel loves travelling since he believes travelling exposes him to different perspectives and way of life. Manuel is a valued member of Stockton East, contributing significantly to our success and embodying the District’s core values.
“Manuel’s depth of District knowledge is a great asset for permitting, regulatory and capital improvement projects. He has a steady pace to complete his tasks in a timely manner and I can depend on Manuel to meet regulatory reporting requirements.”Darrel Evensen, District Engineer