As a hazardous materials technician in Fort Lewis, Wash., John Kartes spends his days physically assisting mechanics, a job that often entails driving a forklift to transport engines and other heavy items. He ensures that the mechanics have the materials they need, keeps an inventory of hazardous materials and then coordinates their disposal by putting everything in the correct drums, barrels and tanks. What’s unusual about Kartes is that he does all of this using prosthetic arms and legs.
Kartes is an employee of Skookum Educational Programs in Port Townsend, Wash., where his supervisors consistently praise his outstanding work and positive attitude.
“He always has a smile on his face and makes the best of every situation,” said Buhl Holcolm, former site supervisor for Skookum. “He is definitely a motivation to other people.”
Kartes lost his arms and legs at the age of 21 as the result of an automobile accident. He suffered through operations and various treatments, but there’s no chip on his shoulder and no holding him back. In fact, from driving forklifts to working around the house, there is not a whole lot that he...
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