Employee Spotlight: Cooper Engelstad

June 01, 2025

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This week’s employee spotlight is Cooper Engelstad! Cooper has been at NLSS for almost 8 years 👏
Cooper is one of the garbage route drivers and is well known as a favorite among his customers. You’ve most likely seen him running to get his carts in a high-vis cutoff t-shirt and shorts no matter the weather! Cooper is an incredibly hard worker and amazing addition to the team. We feel lucky to know him!
Here are some fun facts about Cooper:
- Why did you decide to work for NLSS?
Because I heard the owners were great people to work for.
- Do you have a funny story from working here?
One time, a dog started chasing me and in my panic I fell down…Thankfully, I realized shortly after that the dog was the size of a squirrel. No harm no foul 😅
- What are your hobbies?
I really like working out. I also hangout with my beautiful girlfriend along with my friends, most of whom I get to work with.
- What is your favorite part about living along the coast?
Due to working outside, I get to see the scenery that the coast has to offer, during sunrise nonetheless. I often step outside the truck (when it’s not sideways raining) and really take in whatever view I might be looking at on my route.
We are so grateful Cooper decided to join the team back in 2017. He started out as at the recycling center and shortly after got his CDL and started a route. He works very hard to take care of his customers and has one of the most strenuous routes, which he takes in stride. Cooper, thank you for being so great! Make sure so say “hi” when you see him 👋