<p>This episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast features Erik Struebig – heavy equipment technician and technical communicator at MGX Equipment Services. Erik came up turning wrenches on John Deere ag equipment before jumping to yellow iron and Manitowoc cranes. With eight years as a U.S. Army infantryman and boots-on-the-ground experience across the trades, he brings the real perspective that actually moves the needle in this industry. No fluff, no BS – just straight talk and actionable insights from a guy who lives this life every single day. </p><p>Connect with Erik: </p><p>IG - @e_struebig </p><p>LinkedIn - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-struebig-770aa0393/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-struebig-770aa0393/</a> </p><p>Book a free strategy call with Phaser Marketing (775) DIRT-BAG : <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/d/cm59-rf4-hgq/investing-in-a-new-construction-website?month=2025-05">https://calendly.com/d/cm59-rf4-hgq/investing-in-a-new-construction-website?month=2025-05</a> </p><p>Huge Thanks to our sponsors: </p><p>Charlie Huff - Need a certificate of insurance? Done. Adding a new piece of equipment to the fleet? Consider it handled. Got an audit breathing down your neck? Charlie’s already on it. This is full-service insurance from people who care and understand—and it shows. Whether you’re a one-crew start-up or managing a multi-state operation, Charlie makes sure you’re covered right the first time so you can focus on growing, hiring, and hauling. Call (435) 764-4833 or visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://trupointco.com/">https://trupointco.com/</a> </p><p>Eljen - Revolutionizing Onsite Wastewater Management Backed by decades of engineering expertise, the Eljen GSF® A42 system uses a layered approach combining geotextile fabric and a plastic core to optimize effluent treatment. This modular leachfield design increases filtration efficiency, reduces the required installation footprint, and protects soil absorption capacity for the long term. Especially effective in space-constrained or environmentally sensitive areas, it offers a reliable, sustainable upgrade to traditional septic systems. Learn more at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://eljen.com">eljen.com</a> </p><p>SludgeHammer - Enhancing Septic System Performance with Advanced Microbiology By introducing a proprietary blend of live bacteria into existing septic tanks, SludgeHammer systems biologically transform waste processing. This method restores failing leach fields, reduces sludge buildup, and supports environmentally friendly water recycling without the need for major system overhauls. Certified for performance and scalability, the solution is ideal for homes, businesses, and larger-scale applications. Discover the details at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://sludgehammer.net">sludgehammer.net</a> </p><p>Thanks for listening!</p>