Jose Jauregui, Concrete Finisher
At Western Precast, many stories start the same way—showing up, putting in the work, and learning step by step. For Jose Jauregui, that journey began close to home. He first got involved simply by being around the area where the work was happening. From there, he started at the ground level—sweeping, learning tools, and getting familiar with the day-to-day rhythm of the yard. Over time, that effort didn’t go unnoticed.
When the opportunity came to move into finishing, Jose stepped into it.
He was trained across different areas over several months, building the skills needed to take on more responsibility. Today, his role keeps him moving from start to finish—beginning the day by stripping forms, preparing setups, and finishing concrete to meet the standards expected on every piece.
It’s steady, hands-on work.
And like most roles in precast, no two days are exactly the same. Conditions change, materials vary, and concrete doesn’t always cooperate. We deal with different mix designs, changes to ambient temperatures, etc—but the expectation remains the same.
Get the job done right
“For me, there’s no excuse,” Jose says. “It has to come out clean.”
That mindset is what defines his approach. Attention to detail, consistency, and taking responsibility for the final result are all part of the work.
Along the way, he’s also grown personally.
Working at WPC has pushed him to be more disciplined—showing up on time, staying accountable, and building relationships with the people around him. He credits much of
that growth to the environment and to those closest to him, including his brother, who continues to be someone he looks up to on the job. Jose’s brother Miguel is a long time staff
member at WPC and currently holds the position of foreman.
When asked what doing a good job means, his answer is simple: meeting expectations and delivering work that’s clean and done right.
It’s a standard he holds himself to every day. Outside of his current role, Jose is already looking ahead. He’s working toward obtaining his CDL, with the goal of expanding his opportunities within the company and continuing to grow.
But at the center of it all is something more personal. What he’s most proud of is the ability to provide for his family—to keep pushing forward and doing what’s needed for them.
For anyone just starting at Western Precast, his advice is straightforward: this is a place where you can grow, as long as you’re willing to work.
“If you put in the effort, there are opportunities here.” Jose’s story is a reflection of what drives the company forward —people who show up, learn the work, and take pride in doing
it right.
