Our machines and technology do some heavy lifting, but our excellence lies in our people. Our team is courteous, detail-oriented and works with integrity. We treat every project like we were paying the bill ourselves.
Our Courteous
Team Is Our Greatest Asset.
Jobs Turn Into
Careers
At GoodEx.
Eric Good’s first passion is growing people. He happens to do that through excavating. Since 1998, he’s worked tirelessly to get the right people in the right positions and help them develop both personally and professionally. GoodEx is always looking for good people, so if you’re interested in a career in excavating, you’ve come to the right place!
Meet The Team
With The Right Tools & Technology.
Eric Good
President & Owner
Eric Good is GoodEx‘s President, Owner, and Leader. Eric grew up on a farm and always enjoyed being in the dirt. After working under a local excavator one summer, he founded GoodEx with one piece of equipment and a dream in 1998. Since then, his strong work ethic and dedication to excellence have grown the company and team into what it is today. With a passion for developing leaders, Eric’s day-to-day focus is supporting his team and creating a solid work culture. He takes great satisfaction in nurturing and mentoring individuals, helping them grow into capable leaders both within the company and in their communities. By providing guidance and resources, Eric empowers his team to find innovative solutions and deliver exceptional results. Outside of work, he enjoys farming, spending time with his family, and tinkering with antique tractors.
Craig Martin
Senior Project Manager
Craig Martin plays a critical role at GoodEx serving as Senior Project Manager for the company. He manages the larger commercial projects, guiding our clients through every step and building relationships throughout the process. Craig loves helping the team problem-solve and work together on challenging projects. Craig joined the team in 2007 and now has over 20 years of construction experience. He is a former cattle and poultry farmer. He is a certified excavator and Responsible Land Disturber and holds several Precision Awards. Craig loves camping, traveling, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife, Wanda and their four daughters. When he’s not at work, he dabbles in real estate and enjoys building houses, cabins and the occasional bookshelf or chicken coop.
Marlin Shank
Project Manager
Marlin Shank has been with GoodEx since 2015 and is one of our skilled Project Managers. Marlin approaches his role like an artist and visualizes the finished product first. He interprets the client’s vision, reviews all options, develops a plan and relays the strategy to our operators. He enjoys helping our clients achieve their dreams and creating a fantastic experience for them. Marlin has a background in agriculture, forestry and construction, enabling him to bring a wealth of knowledge and resources to every job site. He enjoys hunting, fishing, home improvement projects and farming in his free time.
Ethan Rodes
Project Manager
Ethan Rodes started with GoodEX in commercial earthwork in 2018, growing into the role of Project Manager. Ethan strives for excellence on each project, with his attention to detail, great communication skills, and a strong work ethic, he is proving that residential project management is his niche. A priority for Ethan is building relationships and helping GoodEX grow.
Jonathan Burkholder
Senior Estimator
Jonathan Burkholder is our dedicated Estimator who plays a critical role in helping customers understand the site work process and providing them with pricing estimates and options. He loves the challenge of working on the front end of a project and prides himself on staying alert to any potential problems and keeping our customers informed. Before joining the GoodEx team in 2016, Jonathan worked in the construction and excavation industry for over twenty years, enabling him to bring a wide range of hands-on experience to every estimate. When he’s not busy working, Jonathan likes to be outdoors and spend time with his family.
Loren Burkholder
Estimator / IT Manager
Loren Burkholder supports the GoodEx team as an Assistant Estimator and IT Manager. He utilizes site data and specifications to prepare detailed proposals with the use of Topcon MAGNET estimating software. Additionally, he oversees the company’s IT needs, ensuring systems run smoothly and efficiently. Loren enjoys tinkering with computers in his free time as well as reading books.
Sheldon Koogler
Superintendent
Sheldon Koogler is a critical team member at GoodEX as a Superintendent and oversees daily management and scheduling for our commercial projects. Sheldon joined our team in 2010, and his years of experience are invaluable when identifying and addressing problems that pop up throughout projects. He loves the variety of jobs he oversees, but getting behind the wheel and operating the equipment is still his favorite thing to do. He grew up on a dairy farm, and to this day, when he’s not busy on a project site, he loves doing anything outdoors and spending time on his property in West Virginia.
Justin Sager
Superintendent
Justin Sager is one another of our trusted Superintendents and has been with GoodEx since 2010. He joined the team as a Laborer and was quickly promoted to Operator, then Foreman before growing into his Superintendent position. In this role, Justin oversees day-to-day excavation projects by planning jobs, ordering materials, scheduling machine moves and supervising personnel. He approaches every job like he is paying the bill himself, always closely watching budgets and timelines. He loves spending time outside, farming and hunting in his spare time.
Winfred Horst
Lead Mechanic
Winfred Horst is our experienced Lead Mechanic who supervises shop team and repairs all GoodEx equipment, ensuring that our machines run their best for our clients. He’s been with the team since 2014 and started as a mechanic’s helper before moving into the supervisor role. He enjoys the diversity of jobs and the opportunity to provide hands-on service. Outside of work, Winfred enjoys woodworking, taking motorcycle trips, and smoking and cooking great food.
Julie Error
Business Operations Manager
Julie Error was hired in October 2024 as our Business Operations Manager. She comes to us with 26+ years of accounting experience in business accounting and administration. At GoodEx, she is instrumental in managing accounting functions, human resources, and general office/business tasks. Away from work, Julie enjoys spending time with family, her dogs and chickens, and photography.
Melissa Berdine
Business Operations Assistant
Melissa Berdine has been our dependable Secretary since 2022. She joined GoodEx with over eight years of experience in payroll and office administration and loves helping make other people’s days a little easier. At GoodEx, she plays an instrumental role in customer and vendor accounts, processing payroll, and assisting the office with various administrative tasks. In her spare time, Melissa likes to read good books and go for long car rides in the country.
Our Professional Team Provides
A Personal Touch.
Our team is well-trained, detail-oriented and, above all, courteous to our clients and on our job sites. We pride ourselves on professional and personal development and are licensed and insured as:
Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR):
- Class A Contractor License
- Conventional Onsite Sewage System Installer License
- Alternative Onsite Sewage System Installer License
Occupational Safety &
Health Administration (OSHA):
- Trench Safety Certified
- Confined Spaces Certified
Topcon Certified
3D-MC Grade Control
