Joseph Garner spent years working for others through companies in the wastewater industry. But he wanted to become an independent onsite wastewater certified system inspector and project manager. Today, Garner owns and operates Garner Septics in Vineland, about 42 miles south of Philadelphia and in the middle of southern New Jersey. He and his four full-time employees provide inspection services within an hour’s drive of the office.
He was asked to elaborate on his career path:
Pumper: Why did you start Garner Septics?
Garner: I wanted to be in a position where customers did not distrust my motives, and I have been in
