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Veterans Day | Honoring Those Who ServedBefore they were part of the Sawtooth crew, they wore a different uniform. We ta...
11/11/2026

Veterans Day | Honoring Those Who Served

Before they were part of the Sawtooth crew, they wore a different uniform. We take pride in the people behind the work, and this Veterans Day, we're recognizing six of our own whose experience extends well beyond the jobsite.

From the Army and Marine Corps to the Air Force and National Guard, each of these men has a unique story of service, commitment, and experiences that helped shape who they are today.

We're proud to recognize our veterans, pictured in order:
Anthony Carrasco | United States Army
Brandon Hall | United States Marine Corps
Devin Hutchins | Oregon Army National Guard
Junior Bamba | United States Air Force
Lee Klumker | United States Marine Corps
Will Bamba | United States Army

We talk a lot about the people who make Sawtooth what it is, and these six are no exception. They bring their own experiences, skills, and perspectives to our teams, and we're fortunate to work alongside them.

To Anthony, Brandon, Devin, Junior, Lee, and Will, thank you for your service and the sacrifices that came with it. We're proud to recognize you not just as members of the Sawtooth family, but as veterans who have served our country.

And to all veterans in our families, communities, and across the nation, we extend that same gratitude. Happy Veterans Day from all of us at Sawtooth!

🏔️ How We Got Here: Scheduling EditionBefore scheduling apps, group messages, and digital job forms, there was a whitebo...
06/11/2026

🏔️ How We Got Here: Scheduling Edition

Before scheduling apps, group messages, and digital job forms, there was a whiteboard in Pop's garage.

In the early days of Sawtooth, scheduling was pretty simple. Employee names were abbreviated, paired together with a dash to make a crew, and followed by the job they were headed to that day. If you could decipher the abbreviation, you knew where you were going!

As we grew beyond our caulking roots, parentheses started appearing to identify waterproofing jobs. Some days, the entire schedule was scribbled on a piece of paper, complete with training reminders and job notes.

Eventually, the whiteboard got an upgrade! Everyone had their own magnetic nameplate that could be moved between jobs, along with the truck they'd be taking that day. No notifications, just a quick look at the board to see where you were headed.

Once we passed 50 employees, it was time for another change. We had a short stint using an app called CREW before it was bought out, leading us to GroupMe. From there, our Project Coordinators sent out daily schedules organized by our six divisions, listing jobs, crews, and truck assignments. Let's just say there was a LOT of typing involved. 😂

Fast forward to today, and we've moved to SubSmart. Our crew can now see their assignments, scopes of work, equipment needs, truck numbers, and prevailing wage information, all while completing job forms and documentation directly in the app.

From handwritten abbreviations in Pop's garage to scheduling crews across six divisions, we've come a long way.

Now, for our longtime Sawtooth crew, who remembers checking the whiteboard to find out where they were headed?

🏗️ Project Update: Cambria Depoe Bay | Depoe Bay, ORAnother waterproofing project wrapped up on the Oregon Coast!Our Wat...
03/11/2026

🏗️ Project Update: Cambria Depoe Bay | Depoe Bay, OR

Another waterproofing project wrapped up on the Oregon Coast!

Our Waterproofing crew recently completed work at Cambria Depoe Bay, installing below-grade bentonite waterproofing along the exterior walls and beneath the elevator pit slab.

Led by Jose Tavera, Waterproofing Foreman, our team installed CETCO Voltex DS, a waterproofing membrane designed to create a reliable barrier against water intrusion and protect the structure below grade.

Elevator pits are particularly important areas to get right. With constant exposure to below-grade moisture, proper waterproofing is essential to protecting the building's structural integrity and long-term performance.

We appreciate the opportunity to work alongside Construction Management NW Inc., including Foreman Jesse Dressler, and thank Matt Herz for his support with the CETCO materials.

With our scope now complete, we're glad to have played a part in this coastal project and look forward to seeing the finished building come together!

🧛🏻 Throwback Halloween: Sawtooth Edition! 👻Before the hard hats and work boots, there were superhero capes, spooky costu...
30/10/2026

🧛🏻 Throwback Halloween: Sawtooth Edition! 👻

Before the hard hats and work boots, there were superhero capes, spooky costumes, and some pretty questionable Halloween fashion choices!

We're throwing it way back this year with childhood Halloween photos of our Sawtooth crew. Some things have changed over the years, but clearly, we've always had some characters around here!

Happy Halloween from all of us at Sawtooth! 🎃

🏗️ Foundation First: The People Who Power SawtoothMeet Silas Clayborne! 👋Since joining Sawtooth in April 2026, Silas has...
23/10/2026

🏗️ Foundation First: The People Who Power Sawtooth

Meet Silas Clayborne! 👋

Since joining Sawtooth in April 2026, Silas has brought a great attitude, a willingness to learn, and plenty of personality to our Seismic and Caulking crews.

Before Sawtooth, Silas spent a year paving roads and parking lots. When that company closed, he reached out to A.J. Hedgecock, already knowing Sawtooth through A.J. and his buddy Jakob. Three weeks later, he was part of the crew!

For Silas, the best part has been the people.

"Everyone has been really cool and just fun people to work with, which really helps the day go by way faster."

His favorite memories aren't tied to one particular project, but to the everyday moments joking around with the guys.

Cory Brown, Waterproofing Lead, has seen firsthand what Silas brings to the team:

"Silas, to me, is the poster child of potential in a new hire of his generation, with a fun personality, and nothing brings him down. He’s been a fast and eager learner, and always willing to step up and adapt. I can speak for Aiden as well, he was pivotal to the early success at the Temple, and I always looked forward to him being there with us."

Outside of work, you'll find Silas riding his ATV or motorcycle. He's been riding since he was six, and some of his favorite memories are mountain rides with his dad. He's also a self-proclaimed gym rat who loves spending time in the gym.

Silas didn't hesitate when it came to The Ultimate Debate, and he's got strong opinions about gaming! 🎮

"PlayStation is way better than Xbox. The controller is better, the exclusive games are better, even the general software is better."

The funny part? Silas grew up an Xbox kid! After switching to PlayStation, he says he'll never touch an Xbox again.

We're glad Silas found his way to Sawtooth and can't wait to see where his potential takes him!

🏢 Project Update: Timberland Falls Condominiums | Portland, ORThat's a whole lot of decks!Our Traffic Coating crew is ha...
20/10/2026

🏢 Project Update: Timberland Falls Condominiums | Portland, OR

That's a whole lot of decks!

Our Traffic Coating crew is hard at work at Timberland Falls Condominiums, where we're tackling nearly 100 decks with a combination of coating maintenance and complete traffic coating system installations.

On 73 decks, our team is cleaning and preparing the existing surfaces before applying a fresh coat of Tremco Vulkem 951 Top Coat, helping extend the life of the existing coatings and keep these outdoor spaces protected.

Another 24 decks are receiving the full treatment. Starting with surface preparation, plywood flashing, and door pan installation, our crew is installing Tremco's Vulkem 360/951/951 Pedestrian Traffic Coating System to provide durable, long-term waterproofing protection.

Brian Mercado and Andres Rosales are putting in the work onsite, coordinating alongside Charter Construction and Superintendent Calvin Peet to keep things moving across all 97 decks.

From refreshing existing systems to building new ones from the substrate up, this project is all about protecting these outdoor living spaces and making sure they're ready for years of use. And with 97 decks in the scope, there's plenty of work ahead. We appreciate the partnership with Charter Construction and look forward to seeing the finished results!

🍗 Company Meetings, Sawtooth Style!Once a month, we bring our Oregon and Idaho teams together to catch up on what's happ...
15/10/2026

🍗 Company Meetings, Sawtooth Style!

Once a month, we bring our Oregon and Idaho teams together to catch up on what's happening across Sawtooth, talk safety, look ahead at upcoming work, and give our crews an opportunity to share their thoughts, questions, and concerns.

In Idaho, this month's meeting covered wildfire smoke awareness, along with a presentation from Lane Lehman on SubSmart quality control protocols. And to eat? Domino's pizza! 🍕

In Oregon, we welcomed Robert Miller with Karm Safety for wildfire smoke awareness training. Last month, Stephen Schrater with PMG Safety joined us for fall protection training, continuing our focus on bringing valuable, hands-on industry knowledge to our crews.

And if there's one thing we take seriously around here, it's feeding our people! This month Oregon had wings, but we've had everything from fried rice and chicken drumsticks to burgers. We like to switch it up and make sure everyone leaves with a full stomach.

These monthly meetings give us a chance to get everyone together outside of the usual day-to-day rush. It's time to recognize what's going well, talk through what could be better, and keep everyone connected as our crews take on work across different projects and locations.

A little training, some good food, and time spent with the people who make Sawtooth what it is!

🔥 Project Update: Park Run Apartments | Eugene, ORIt's all in the details, especially when it comes to firestopping!Our ...
13/10/2026

🔥 Project Update: Park Run Apartments | Eugene, OR

It's all in the details, especially when it comes to firestopping!

Our Firestop crew is putting in work at Park Run Apartments in Eugene, where Rowan Wissinger and Matthew Hix are tackling interior electrical penetrations and installing firestop protection throughout the building.

Using Hilti FS-ONE MAX firestop sealant and Hilti CP 617 putty pads, our team is sealing electrical penetrations and protecting electrical boxes to help maintain the integrity of the building's fire-rated assemblies.

A big thank you to Clayton and the team at Gerding Builders for the great coordination and partnership throughout this project. Having strong trade partners makes all the difference in keeping work moving smoothly.

Firestopping might not be the most visible part of a finished building, but it's one of the details that matters most. Proud of our crew for putting in the work that helps keep buildings and the people inside them protected. 💪

🏥 Project Update: Columbia Memorial Hospital | Astoria, ORTwo Sawtooth divisions, one project, and a lot happening at Co...
06/10/2026

🏥 Project Update: Columbia Memorial Hospital | Astoria, OR

Two Sawtooth divisions, one project, and a lot happening at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria.

On the exterior, Cody Rhea and our Waterproofing team are working at the critical transition between below-grade and above-grade waterproofing. The crew is applying Tremco Epoxy Primer, followed by Protecto Wrap Foil-Faced SAM Flashing, then finishing the assembly with drain mat and insulation to protect the system.

Inside the building, our Firestop team, led by Jamie White and Brad Nunez, is fire caulking electrical penetrations and installing EZ-Path devices that allow cables to pass through fire-rated walls while maintaining the required protection. The crew is also utilizing Hilti FS-ONE MAX, CFS-S SIL firestop silicone, and putty pads throughout their scope.

We appreciate the coordination and partnership from Skanska, including Doug Healy and Jason Stephens, along with Ben Kopman with JH Kelly. A shoutout as well to Scott Martin with Tremco for his continued support on the waterproofing side and Dorothy Barnum with Hilti for her support on the firestopping side.

And there’s still more Sawtooth work ahead. As the project gets closer to completion, our Caulking division will step in for the exterior concrete-to-building expansion joints.

Waterproofing outside. Firestopping inside. Caulking still to come. It’s pretty cool seeing multiple Sawtooth crews play a part in bringing this project together. 💪

💍 A Sawtooth Kind of Love StoryA little rain couldn’t put a damper on this day. ❤️A few weeks ago, our own Lily, Payroll...
02/10/2026

💍 A Sawtooth Kind of Love Story

A little rain couldn’t put a damper on this day. ❤️

A few weeks ago, our own Lily, Payroll Administrator, and Dylan, Project Coordinator, officially tied the knot on a romantic, drizzly Saturday surrounded by family, friends, and a whole lot of the Sawtooth crew.

We talk a lot about being a family around here, but days like this are when you really get to see it. Getting dressed up, putting work aside, and coming together to celebrate two of our own starting their next chapter was pretty special.

And Lily and Dylan weren’t the only Sawtooth love story this summer! Wedding season was busy around here, with several members of the Sawtooth family saying “I do” and giving us plenty of reasons to celebrate. 🥂

We couldn’t think of a better way to wrap up a summer full of weddings than sharing a few moments from this beautiful day.

Congratulations, Lily & Dylan, and cheers to all of our Sawtooth newlyweds! Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, and building something pretty great together. ❤️

📷 C n' C Photography

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