Employee Spotlight
Every month, we proudly introduce two of our dedicated team members who contribute to our company's success. Join us in highlighting their hard work, unique talents, and the passion they bring to their respective roles at the District. Get to know the people behind our achievements and learn what makes our team truly special.
Meet - Laura Marquez
Laura has been with Stockton East Water District since May 2025, and currently serves as an Accounting Clerk. Laura’s favorite part about working at Stockton East is the scenery, supportive coworkers, and overall work environment. She values being part of a team-oriented workplace where employees work together to support the District’s operations.
Laura chose her profession because she has always enjoyed working with numbers and finds satisfaction in ensuring work is completed accurately and on time. She enjoys working with vendors to resolve issues and collaborating with different departments to ensure processes are handled correctly and efficiently.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys going to the gym and is committed to fitness. She even maintains two gym memberships so she always has a place to work out when one gym is crowded.
Something many employees may not know about Laura is that she enjoys skateboarding in her free time and has a customized skateboard featuring a cherry blossom design.
"Laura has shown tremendous growth since joining the District and has stepped up in a significant way by taking on Accounts Payable responsibilities during a staffing gap. Her willingness to learn, positive attitude, and ability to adapt to new duties have helped maintain continuity within the Finance Department. We appreciate her reliability, professionalism, and commitment to ensuring work is completed accurately and on time."Priya Ram, Director of Finance & Administration
Meet - Gerardo Torres
Gerardo has been with Stockton East since July 2025 and is currently an Operator In Training (OIT) supporting the water treatment plant. Gerardo brings a strong work ethic, a calm demeanor, and a willingness to learn that makes him a valued member of the District team.
Gerardo’s favorite part about working at Stockton East is the opportunity to work alongside District staff and continue learning the treatment plant process while helping provide clean, safe drinking water to the public. He chose his current profession after a youth sports coach encouraged him to explore becoming a water treatment plant operator instead of attending college, which ultimately led him to a rewarding career in the water industry.
Outside of work, Gerardo enjoys fishing and combat sports. Few people know that he also likes collecting silver bullion and keeping track of silver spot prices. Gerardo is a valued member of Stockton East, contributing significantly to the District’s success while embodying its core values and commitment to public service.
“Gerardo has quickly become a valuable part of the Stockton East team through his reliability, positive attitude, and commitment to learning. He consistently demonstrates the District’s core values by working collaboratively with staff, supporting daily operations, and taking pride in helping provide safe, high-quality drinking water to our community. His strong work ethic and willingness to grow make him an important asset to the District’s future.”Kyle Brothers, Interim Water Operations Manager