NUCA of KY presents its awards annually at the holiday event.
Ditchdigger of the Year
Presented annually to a contractor member who has made a significant contribution to NUCA of KY and the underground utility construction and excavation industry. This contractor member devotes countless hours to the association by attending events (State & National), being active in committees and or sitting on the board of directors, while also advocating for the industry regarding governmental affairs, safety, education and workforce development.
2023 – David Doggette – Louisville Paving & Construction
2022 – Adam Terry – Gallagher
2021 – Mary Jo Spurlock – Cleary Construction Inc.
2020 – Neal Biggs – MAC Construction
Associate Member of the Year
Presented annually to an associate member who has made a significant contribution to NUCA of KY and the underground utility construction and excavation industry. This associate member devotes their time by being on committees, while also attending and sponsoring events.
2023 – Brown Equipment Co.
2023 – Kentucky 811
2022 – Blue Tank & Pump Rental
2022 – Meade Tractor
2021 – Ferguson Waterworks
2021 – United Rentals Trench Safety
Excellence in Action Award
This award is presented to a non-NUCA member who has made a significant contribution to NUCA of KY and the underground utility construction and excavation industry. This recipient is recommended by our members and has made an impact in the industry by working closely with them and or also attending NUCA of KY events such project previews and or educational sessions.
2023 – Rocky Adkins – Senior Advisor to Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear
2022 – Pat Howard – Louisville Water Company
2021 – Anthony Stallins – Atmos Energy
2020 – Joey Ashby – Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District
Recruiter of the Year Award
This award is presented to a NUCA of KY member who has recruited the most new members throughout the year. This recipient is recognized because they are ensuring chapter growth and distinguishes that new members will benefit from joining the association.
2021 – Shawn Martin – Martin Contracting
(Note - No award was given in 2022 or 2023.)
Safety Awards
These awards were created to honor and recognize the commitment to safety demonstrated by NUCA members of different business sizes.
2023 Safety Award – 0 to 250K Manhours – Todd Johnson Contracting – Category Winner
2023 Safety Award – 250K to 500K Manhours – Martin Contracting – Category Winner
2023 Safety Award – 250K to 500K Manhours – Cleary Construction, Inc. – Category Winner
2023 Safety Award – Over 250K Manhours – Flynn Brothers Contracting, Inc. – Category Winner
2023 Safety Participant – MAC Construction
2023 Safety Participant – Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc.
2023 Safety Participant – AllTerrain Paving & Construction