(Atlantic) The Atlantic Chamber Ambassadors were hosted by Shawn Sarsfield, owner of Cheqed It Training, on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023, to learn more about the unique local business.
Shawn Sarsfield is an Atlantic native that grew up just outside of Atlantic. He moved away for a short period of time, but ultimately moved back to the area. After an on the job accident, his crew was thrown into extensive training and Shawn found his passion for instructing. Fast forward to 2017 when the time came for Shawn to venture out on his own, and Chequed It Training was established.
Today, Chequed It Training hosts monthly 4-5 day training’s at their facility in Atlantic where professionals from around the country come to learn under Shawn’s custom curriculum. Cheqed It certifications include all types of cranes along with forklifts, areal lifts, scissor lifts, OSHA certifications and more.
Shawn is in the process of working alongside regional high schools to create a 3–4-week program that will allow students to become qualified on different equipment, giving them an upper hand when they seek a career immediately after high school.
“My goal is to get these students into the seat of a crane and allow them to see if this field is right for them and find out if this work is fun for them,” Sarsfield shared.
Sarsfield also stated that he is constantly being approached by companies in search of qualified workers. “The job can pay very well if you do it well,” mentioned Sarsfield.
