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22 HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | MARCH 18, 2024 BEST PLACES TO WORK | LARGE EMPLOYER CATEGORY (200 OR MORE U.S. EMPLOYEES) After 50 years, there are a lot of things we're proud of. Being named one of the Best Places to Work ranks at the top. Thank you to our employees for naming us one of Hartford Business Journal's Best Places to Work. It's your passion and dedication that allow us to make a positive impact on the communities we serve. usarecycle.com 10 USAAAW Waste & Recycling HEADQUARTERS: Enfield INDUSTRY: Waste & Recycling WEBSITE: www.usarecycle.com TOP EXECUTIVE: Frank Antonacci, COO U SAAAW is a waste hauling and processing company that provides residential and com- mercial services. Founded in 1974 as Somers Sanitation, USAAAW has had three generations of the Antonacci family as leaders. Employee Recognition: Employees are honored through the Safety Zero Program, which celebrates zero injuries, and the Driver's Excellence quarterly awards based on safety, attendance, customer service and cleanliness. Birthdays are marked with cards and $50 as well as congratulatory texts and emails. "Workaversary" dates are acknowl- edged in a newsletter and messages. Survey Says: Based on employee feedback, equipment needs, bene- fits and pay levels were adjusted. Employee Training: Emerging Leadership Program is open to all for growth opportunities. Contin- uous feedback coaching is given instead of yearly performance re- views. Fully paid tuition reimburse- ment and training are available for mechanics, drivers and operators. Giving Back: Company volun- teers during community cleanups, supports Little League teams and established a foundation for chari- table endeavors. 11 Burns + McDonnell CT MAIN OFFICE: Wallingford INDUSTRY: Construction, Engineering, Architecture WEBSITE: www.burnsmcd.com TOP CT EXECUTIVE: Jerry Fan, Senior Vice President B urns + McDonnell is a family of companies bringing to- gether 13,500 engineers, architects and construction professionals to design and build infrastructure. Taking Ownership: As a 100% em- ployee-owned company for 35 years, employees participate in the prof- itability on their first day at no cost. e firm has a turnover rate of 5%. Employee Recognition: rough Burns + McDonnell's "MacCulture" recognition, managers honor em- ployee/owners via point incentives that can be redeemed for gift cards or merchandise. Non-monetary peer- to-peer recognition is also given. Fun & Relaxation: Employees mark Employee Ownership Month in October with a pancake break- fast and family trick or treat. e company celebrates its founders each April with lunch and a silent auction to benefit a charity.