January 5, 2006 — JLG Industries, McConnellsburg, Pa., announced today that Joe Dixon has joined JLG as the president of JLG Service Plus, Inc., a subsidiary of JLG that provides repair and maintenance, reconditioning, and training for all JLG manufactured products. Currently, Service Plus has locations in Houston, Texas, and McConnellsburg, Pa., with additional sites planned for the future. Dixon will report to Craig Paylor, senior vice president of North American sales, marketing, and customer support.
Prior to joining JLG, Dixon served for three years as vice president/officer of pro business and equipment rental for the Home Depot, as well as 14 years before that with Hertz Equipment Rental Corp. where he held a variety of leadership positions before ultimately becoming the division vice president of operations and sales.
"In his new role, Joe will oversee the role played by ServicePLUS operations in our strategy to expand our after-market business," Paylor said. "His experience in the equipment rental industry will enhance our focus on providing quality products and outstanding service that satisfy customer needs."
