Mergen and Ochs retire from Stanley Consultants

MUSCATINE, Iowa Jack Mergen and Jim Ochs, two long-time members of Stanley Consultants Building Services staff, have retired after decades of service.

Jack Mergen spent his entire career in the facilities management and building services area. He joined the company in 1976, was promoted to custodian supervisor in 1978, Building Operations Department manager in 1979, and Building Services group manager in 2008. He received his career service award in 2006.

Truly a Jack of All Trades, throughout Mergens career hundreds of members across the company relied on him for services encompassing everything from simple handyman tasks to the coordination of full-scale office moves.

In retirement, Mergen is looking forward to spending more time with his family and indulging in his favorite hobby fishing.

Jim Ochs, senior custodian, retired after 35 years of service. He joined the company in 1978, was promoted to section head, night supervisor in 1980, and went on to hold the positions of building superintendent, building assistant and custodial services section manager. He received his Career Service Award in 2007.

Throughout his career, members relied on Ochs assistance with a wide variety of needs. He answered thousands of phone calls requesting everything from finding a flip chart for a conference room to dealing with a building maintenance issue. He spent countless hours working in the companys buildings and assisted in multiple office moves.

Travel and art are two of Ochs great loves. Hes traveled extensive throughout all the continents and plans to continue to travel during retirement. However, before he embarks on his first trip he plans to undertake a few home remodeling projects.

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Mergen and Ochs retire from Stanley Consultants