He worked for Bucyrus Erie and then was employed by the City of Erie as Purchasing Agent for 18 years prior to retirement in 2003. Joseph was a member of the Slovak National Club for over 50 years ...
He moved to Wesleyville, PA, after high school to work at Bucyrus Erie. After being laid off, Oly returned to Tyrone, where he accepted an apprenticeship and became a tool and die maker.