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Staff Spotlight—George Longyear

George Longyear, director of Yale Housing and Fleet Management is often seen briskly walking around campus ensuring things are running smoothly. When he is not helping a student with a housing issue or reviewing the summer renovations to-do list, he may be out testing a vehicle that runs on electric or another alternative fuel. George, a valuable contributor to the Yale community, began working here in 1988, as a part-time custodian. Within a year of employment, he was hired as a full-time supervisor. He now manages a tightknit group of 21 staff and student workers, oversees 12 properties, and a fleet of 500 vehicles. Managing...