Bayview Building Materials


		Jim DePretto - Owner I've been with Bayview since November '03. I was born and raised in Tacoma and have lived most of my life in Washington State. I have always enjoyed small hardware stores and for the last 26 years, I have been working in the retail hardware industry. Most recently I held the position of Regional Manager for Ace Hardware's Corporate store division. I'm very happy to be a part of the Bayview family and look forward to working with you and helping you with all your building needs.

		Rick Jensen - Owner I started my career with Bayview Building Materials of Elma in November '03 and have been in the lumber business for 26 years. As I am from Montana, I started managing a yard in Helena at the age of 27. During this time I also worked as a manager for Ace Corporate stores for 5 years and managed the Olympia store and the Aberdeen location. I am extremely pleased to be associated with Bayview and it's excellent crew.

		Joanne Ochsner - Office Manager/Comp-Controller I grew up in the building industry, the daughter of a contractor. I have an accounting background and have worked for Bayview since November 1983. I enjoy working for Bayview because of my great fellow employees and customers. I hope you enjoy your shopping experience with Bayview.

		Connie Todd - Accounting/Administrative Asst. Connie has been employed by Bayview Building Materials since April '01. With her 10+ years experience in the accounting and administrative field, she can help you with any questions you may have on your account.


		Juanita Westbrook - Administrative Assistant Juanita has been with Bayview Building Materials since September 2002. She is new to the building materials world, but not to customer service. She's always happy to help with whatever she can and will make sure you're directed to the people who can help.


		Evelyn Fleming - Retail Sales I have worked with Bayview Building Materials since June of 1997 and have over 20 years experience in hardware and retail sales. I enjoy interacting with our customers and co-workers. If you need a "whatchamacallit" or a "thingamabob" or if you know the name of the item you need, stop by and I'll help you locate it.

		Tom Isenhart - Retail Sales I started at Bayview in May of '05. I started my retail career in 1982 just after leaving the military. I have experience in hardware and building materials. I came here after spending 8 years in the automotive field. What keeps drawing me back? Simple, it's the people, the customers. The crew I work with are some of the finest people I've met. Stop in to see me. I'd be more than happy to give you a hand...or two.

		Don Simpson - Assistant Retail Sales Manager Don started in April of 2004, so he is a newer member of Bayview, but brings with him over 12 years of experience in the retails sales and hardware field. He is extremely knowledgeable and helpful in these fields and is always willing to help with a smile. If you have any questions with your project needs, Don will do whatever he can to help.

		Larry Lind - Retail Sales I have been with Bayview since April 2004. I've been in Hardware and sales for over 6 years. My background includes woodworking, remodeling, and home improvement. Stop by and let our staff help you with all our project needs.



		Dave Purtill (Aussie) - Contractor Sales 'Aussie', as the name suggests, I'm from Australia. With 19 years past experience in the building and roofing industry, I then moved into "Contractor Sales" for both building and plumbing supply companies. After moving to the USA, I have spent 2 years as "yard manager" for Bayview Building Materials in Elma. Now, I'm looking forward to working in the Contractor Sales at Bayview.

		Jerod Jensen - Contractor Sales Jerod stared work here at Bayview in January, '04. He comes with more than 5 years experience from working at a few different ACE Hardware Corporate stores. He started in customer service and worked his way up to manager of the Lakewood store. He also has 3 1/2 years of lumber experience from working for Bayview Olympia. He's excited to be working here and looks forward to assisting you.

		Terry Ochsner - Contractor Sales I've been with Bayview since May 2004. Growing up as the son of a contractor, I've been involved in construction most of my life. Now, I'm on the other side of the counter, and find it a fast paced and exciting experience. I hope my knowledge and experience will be helpful to the builder as well as the home owner.

		Dave Smith - Contractor/Outside Sales I have been with Bayview since September 1998 and in the lumber supply industry since 1992. I have held various positions here including receiving, yard manager, delivery driver, and am now currently in contractor/outside sales. As all of our personnel, I'm happy to help you in any way I can.



		Joe Brule - Customer Service My name is Joe. I've worked at Bayview since October 1999 and so far I've had a good time. One of the main reasons I came to Bayview was to work around building materials and wood, as I plan to work towards a job in construction. The one thing I love more than anything is being outside, not to mention I get to work with a lot of really great people.

		Randy McDonald - Customer Service/CDL Truck Driver Randy has been with Bayview Building Materials since August '01. He has 25 total years experience in the lumber/building materials industry. Randy is very helpful and gives great customer service. You may also see him in our trucks delivering materials.

		Steve Perry - Customer Service/CDL Truck Driver Steve started with Bayview in August 2004 and brings with him a lot of experience in the building materials field. He is knowledgeable in many fields and glad to help with your project needs. As well as working in the outside customer service field, he is a Class A certified truck driver.