Building Careers, One Hire at a Time
William A. Hazel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who invests in our employee's success. We offer in-house training, competitive salaries, and an excellent benefits package.
Employee Spotlight
Crystal Amaya
Rising Star Human Resources Generalist
From day one, Crystal Amaya has embraced every opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact at William A. Hazel. Drawn by the company’s reputation for valuing its people, she found strong mentorship and support from her manager and colleagues, helping her build a successful path in Human Resources. Crystal thrives in her role by contributing to employee engagement and experience—especially during the onboarding process—where she ensures every new hire feels welcomed and valued from the start.
Her dedication to streamlining HR processes has enhanced departmental efficiency and strengthened employee relationships across the company. Through continued learning and hands-on experience, Crystal has grown into a trusted HR partner whose work aligns with both employee needs and the broader goals of the company.
Crystal’s passion for people and commitment to service are reflected in her everyday contributions. Whether visiting job sites to connect faces with names or representing William A. Hazel at career fairs, she values every chance to support and engage with the workforce. She encourages new employees to be curious, stay observant, and take advantage of the wealth of knowledge within the team.
For Crystal, the culture at William A. Hazel—grounded in respect, collaboration, and the legacy of Mr. Bill Hazel’s values—has been key to her personal and professional development. She proudly recommends the company to others for its stability, family-like environment, and dedication to doing things the right way. Crystal’s journey is a testament to how hard work, support, and a people-first mindset can shape a truly rewarding career.
Kevin Bean
Rising Star Dirt Foreman
As a third-generation heavy equipment operator, Kevin Bean’s career path seemed destined—but it’s his drive, leadership, and loyalty that make him stand out. With over 22 years of experience in roles such as dirt foreman, pipe foreman, and superintendent, Kevin has found not just a job at William A. Hazel, but a professional home. For him, the company represents more than work—it’s a family. He credits the supportive environment and strong culture of communication and transparency as key reasons he continues to thrive.
Kevin’s passion for the industry and the people he works alongside fuels his commitment daily. The bonds he’s built with his crew, whom he considers like family, are unlike anything he’s experienced at previous companies.
Now featured as a Rising Star on the company website, Kevin’s dedication is evident in both his work ethic and his mentorship. One of his proudest memories is the 2024 Iowa trip, an experience he says no other company has ever offered him—further proof of William A. Hazel’s commitment to valuing its people.
Kevin takes pride in recommending the company to others—his sister now works as a project manager, and his best friend serves as the dozer operator on his crew. His advice to new employees is simple: if you’re good at your job, you’ll fit right in. He continues to uphold the values instilled by Mr. Bill Hazel—especially the belief in getting the job done right the first time—and brings that standard to every project he touches.
Employees Making a Difference
Featured Employees
Jason Bettis
Dirt Excavator Operator Featured Employee
Jason Bettis began his career at William A. Hazel shortly after high school, following in the footsteps of his family members who were already part of the company—and still are today. Over the past 13 years, Jason has steadily grown within the organization, starting as a Volvo driver and working his way up to operating a wide range of heavy equipment, including dozers, rollers, excavators, and more. With a strong commitment to learning and versatility, he’s become a key member of the earthwork team, always ready to take on new challenges wherever he’s needed.
Jason attributes much of his professional development to the company’s supportive environment and the mentorship he’s received along the way. He finds motivation in the people he works with and values the sense of camaraderie that comes from being surrounded by a dedicated, hard-working team.
What Jason enjoys most about William A. Hazel is the culture of mutual respect and the feeling of being part of a second family. He takes pride in helping new hires grow—just as others once helped him—and emphasizes the importance of paying attention, learning from seasoned operators, and focusing on the details. For Jason, the company stands out for its commitment to quality and the legacy of care established by Mr. Bill Hazel, which he sees continued in how employees are supported today.
As an excavator operator, Jason appreciates the variety in his work and the opportunities for ongoing growth. He strongly recommends William A. Hazel to others, not only for its stability and career development but also for its family-like atmosphere and the chance to be part of something meaningful.
Walter Rivera
Punch Foreman Featured Employee
Walter Rivera’s journey with William A. Hazel began at the age of 18, and over the past 31 years, he has experienced the company’s unwavering support and commitment to employee growth. Starting out under the mentorship of a foreman who taught him everything—including English—Walter’s career trajectory has been shaped by both the stability of the company and the guidance of his colleagues.
After 20 years of learning under the same foreman, he stepped into the role of foreman himself, a career milestone he is incredibly proud of. Throughout his tenure, Walter has always appreciated how the company treats its employees like family, creating a motivating environment where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued.
His success is a reflection of the encouragement he’s received from those around him, and he credits his growth—both professionally and personally—to the strong support system at William A. Hazel.
Having spent over three decades with the company, Walter emphasizes the importance of safety and teamwork, especially for those just starting their careers. The stability and longevity of William A. Hazel stand out to him as defining features, and he believes the company’s culture fosters respect, development, and collaboration.
Walter’s experience as a foreman has given him the opportunity to mentor others, passing on the knowledge he has gained throughout the years. He takes great pride in continuing the legacy of Mr. Bill Hazel, ensuring that the company’s core values remain alive in everyday operations. Walter’s career at William A. Hazel has been incredibly rewarding, and he wholeheartedly recommends the company to others for its strong culture, commitment to employees, and opportunities for growth.
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WILLIAM A. HAZEL UNIVERSITY
William A. Hazel Incorporated fully supports the growth of their employees for the duration of their careers at the company through Hazel University. This education comes in many forms. It provides our employees with continuing education from high school completion and GED coursework through college and university degree reimbursement. It includes current relevant training to enhance their abilities to produce safely at the highest industry standards. Well-educated and well-trained workers are more knowledgeable, motivated, and better prepared to ensure that their job is done efficiently and correctly. Hazel-U helps our diverse staff to recognize their potential by identifying and supporting their individual growth, personal growth, and career goals. This is accomplished by delivering quality leadership-based training along with industry specific training. It even goes so far as to provide for personal household budget training, planning for retirement, and ESL education.
