Title: Owner

Company: J&S Operated Equipment Rentals

Location: Palmdale, CA

Palmdale, CA, September 15, 2016, Joanne Fern, Owner of J&S Operated Equipment Rentals, has been recognized by Elite American Business Owners, for dedication, achievement and leadership in rental excavating.

Demonstrating more than 26 years of proficiency, Ms. Fern is an expert running rental excavating, demolition and grading firm, J&S Operated Equipment. As the owner, she is responsible for handling the billing, insurance, human resources and managing the operations of the company. While not easy tasks, Ms. Fern displays expert conduct to keep the business running efficiently and effectively. Ms. Fern keeps on track with the business operations by managing all the paperwork. One of her favorite sayings is, “the job is not done until the paperwork is done.”

Ms. Fern was introduced to the industry through her husband, who worked as a heavy equipment operator. A woman he worked with needed more owners and operators, and recruited Ms. Fern to the cause. Ms. Fern landed a contract, and the rest became history. She attributes her success to her perseverance, hard work and ability to keep customers happy. In addition, she maintains affiliation with the Council of Better Business Bureaus, Contractor’s Blue Book and the Air Resource Board.

Prior to owning J&S, Ms. Fern worked for a printing press company in different roles. These skills have contributed to her later success as an owner. In addition to her work, she supports Angels Against Hunger and other various charitable organizations. She is also proud of her husband and the work he does, such as being a first responder in the wake of California’s 1994 earthquake. She aided in the recovery efforts as well, bringing survivors of the event food. Looking toward the future, she endeavors to keep busy, continue to provide excellent customer service, stay happy and put people to work.

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