DPWH hires viral jeepney driver's son who successfully passed engineering licensure exam
· The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recruited Dave Recososa, the new Civil Engineer, for a position within the agency
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· The opportunity arose after Dave's father, Edwin, a jeepney driver, offered free rides in Davao City to celebrate his son's success in the board exams
· DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon personally confirmed the hiring to the proud father, recognizing his sacrifices for his son's education
· The young engineer has already submitted his requirements and is expected to begin his government career with the DPWH-Davao Regional Office next month
The viral story of a humble jeepney driver in Davao City who expressed his overwhelming pride by offering free rides has culminated in a remarkable real-life reward for his family.
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The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has officially reached out to offer a job to the driver's son, Dave Recososa, who recently triumphed in the Civil Engineers Licensure Examination.
The heartwarming saga began when Edwin Recososa, a veteran public utility vehicle (PUV) driver, made national headlines after commuters noticed a handwritten sign posted inside his jeepney.
The sign announced that the trip was free for all passengers, a genuine, heartfelt gesture of thanksgiving for his son's monumental achievement.
Edwin's act was more than just celebrating a professional milestone; it was the jubilant culmination of decades spent on the road, sacrificing and striving to give his child the education he himself could not pursue.
He was driven by a powerful, enduring hope—the dream of seeing his son graduate and lift their family to a better life.
The widespread attention garnered by the father's selfless act quickly caught the eye of high-ranking government officials.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon confirmed that he personally spoke with Edwin Recososa to formalize the employment opportunity for his newly-licensed son, Dave.
This move signals a significant win for meritocracy and a profound acknowledgment of the sacrifices made by working-class parents.
Dave, the new civil engineer, confirmed that the hiring process is moving swiftly. He has already submitted the necessary documentary requirements to the DPWH-Davao Regional Office and is setting his sights on commencing his government service as early as the following month.
The positive outcome is being celebrated not just by the Recososa family, but by the wider community who followed their journey.
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB)-Region XI in Davao also joined the chorus of well-wishers, presenting the father and son with formal recognition for inspiring the public.
This story beautifully illustrates the Filipino values of hard work, perseverance, and familial dedication. Edwin Recososa's journey, from the driver’s seat of a jeepney, ferrying people for fare, to the pride of having a son build the nation’s infrastructure, is an emotional testament to the powerful, transformative nature of education.
The DPWH's decision not only provides a deserving engineer with a career but also validates the dignity of labor and the strength of a father's love.
Dave’s entry into the public works sector is seen as an infusion of "fresh blood," embodying hope for integrity and renewed purpose in government service.
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