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Posted on: Wednesday, August 30, 2006

Aloha Stadium general services supervisor
Roy DeLeon

Roy DeLeon heads a staff that often works while you sleep.

RICHARD AMBO | The Honolulu Advertiser


Ever wonder who cleans up your mess at Aloha Stadium and who makes it look pretty for the next game? Well, meet Roy DeLeon, the stadium's general services supervisor. DeLeon, who has been in the position for the past 17 years, said his duties are to satisfy the operational needs of Aloha Stadium. That includes surpervising and managing a staff of five full-time and 144 part-timers in the planning, directing and coordinating the clean-up and maintenance of the stadium, its grandstands, landscape, parking, swap meets and playing field. During UH games, his crew arrives around 10:30 p.m. and leaves at about 7 a.m. the next day.


When you're watching a game played in Aloha Stadium, either live or on TV, explain the pride and sense of accomplishment you feel when you see every detail in perfect place? Also, what have been some of your favorite memories on the job?


"When it comes to prepping the field and facility for the games and other events, I'm proud to have co-workers who can handle the task professionally in timely manner. We work as a team and take pride in what we do. And we're happy to serve the needs of our clients and spectators. Favorite memories? I cannot recall a favorite memory because there is never a dull moment working at the stadium. (We're) always busy with games and festivals. Like November, it is the month to remember: Two days marching bands, 12 football games (Pop Warners, high school and UH). There's always something that pops up."


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