We’re proud to share that Lakeside Industries has been named the #1 Best Place to Work in Washington in our size category on the Puget Sound Business Journal’s 2026 Washington’s Best Workplaces list.

What makes this recognition special is how it’s decided. The rankings aren’t chosen by a panel of judges. They come from anonymous surveys of our own employees, who rated Lakeside on culture, leadership, benefits, and day-to-day life on the job. Earning the top spot means our crews, drivers, plant operators, mechanics, and office teams said it in their own words: this is a great place to work.

Lakeside has been family-owned and operated since 1955, now in its third generation of Lee family leadership. Being family-owned has always meant more than a name on the door. Our employees and their families are part of the Lakeside Family, and everything we build starts with them. This award is a reflection of that commitment, and of the people across our divisions in Washington and Oregon who live it every day.

Thank you to the Puget Sound Business Journal for the recognition, and congratulations to all of this year’s honorees. Most of all, thank you to our employees. You make Lakeside what it is.

Want to build your career with the #1 workplace in Washington? Check out our current openings.

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We are proud to announce that John Ussery, Kent Paving Foreman, was recognized at this the 2022 conference in September for his lifesaving effort. John was awarded Lakeside’s Lifesaving Award as well at our 2022 Awards Brunch that was presented during our annual training.

On May 19th, 2021, John was traveling on a state route when he came upon a motor vehicle accident where a vehicle had struck a power pole. John used his work truck and trailer to block the road and moved to the vehicle to assist with any injuries. After calling 911, he assisted the passenger who was in shock and traumatized. He then moved to assist the driver and found that the driver had been shot and was bleeding excessively from the chest. Using his prior experience in the military and law enforcement, John applied a sucking chest wound bandage and worked on establishing an airway. John worked with the paramedics to perform CPR, but unfortunately after 22 minutes of CPR, the driver did not survive.

John assisted with securing the scene of the accident, helped the passenger in shock, and did everything in his power to save the life of the driver. John is an inspiration, and we are proud that he was recognized at the 71st annual Governors Industrial Safety and Health Conference this year. Congratulations John!

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Hot Mix Asphalt Supplier

HMA boasts a high level of strength and flexibility, is weather-resistant, and is extremely long-lasting. Asphalt mix can be used for various needs, ranging from more minor asphalt repairs to large-scale construction projects.

Why Choose Asphalt

Hot mix asphalt is made up of asphalt binder and aggregate material heated to an exact temperature and specific formula. The result is a durable, compact layer of pavement that resists breaking and is optimal for a variety of uses. Some uses include:

• Highways and Road paving
• Driveway paving
• Parking lot paving
• Airfield runway paving
• Pothole patching and repair
• Construction jobs
• Pavement overlays

Advantages of Hot Mix Asphalt

Durable

Hot mix asphalt is very durable, making it superior for heavily trafficked areas.

Quick Cool Down

Hot mix can completely cool in as little as a few hours.

Weather-proof

Due to its substantial durability, hot mix can withstand wind, rain, snow, and ice.

Asphalt Hot Mix Plant Near Me

We are proud to say that our asphalt is the best on the market. Time and time again, we deliver the superior quality hot mix asphalt that our customers and their customers prefer. Our hot mix is available to purchase at any of our sixteen plant locations across western Washington and northwest Oregon. With environmental responsibility being one of our commitments, we use recycled asphalt materials in specialty formulated mixes and maintain strict waste management and recycling standards. At Lakeside Industries, we manufacture all our asphalt products with the health and well-being of our future generations in mind.

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