Gregg L.L. Barner
Raleigh
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in plumbing and proven success in completing complex installations and repairs. Known for timely project completions and high-quality workmanship. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and problem-solving with strong customer service skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Pipefitter
BMWC Constructors
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Batchelor & Kimball Mechanical
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Expedited project completion with effective use of power tools such as grinders, drills, saws, and torches for various tasks.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Mann Mechanical
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Employed problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve potential issues during installation, preventing costly delays or rework.
- Maximized production quality through precise measurements and cuts for optimal pipe fitting results.
- Promoted efficient workflow by organizing work areas and maintaining an inventory of necessary tools and supplies for each job site.
- Ensured seamless transitions from existing systems to new installations by retrofitting older structures with updated piping configurations.
- Mentored apprentices in the trade, fostering their development into skilled journeyman pipefitters themselves.
- Enhanced workplace safety through regular equipment maintenance and adherence to industry guidelines.
- Improved project efficiency by interpreting and analyzing complex blueprints, ensuring accurate pipe system installations.
Journeyman Plumber
Freedom Industries
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Mentored apprentice plumbers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards for quality workmanship.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems in new construction projects.
- Minimized water damage during emergencies with rapid diagnosis and repair of leaks or burst pipes.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
Plumber
Hardhat Workforce LLC.
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Install, repair, and maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures in commercial and residential structures
- Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction professionals
- Follow building plans and blueprints
- Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies
Plumber Helper
Triangle Mechanical Contractors
02.2014 - 05.2020
- Plumber
- Install, repair, and maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures in commercial and residential structures
- Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction professionals
- Follow building plans and blueprints
- Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies
Yard Manager
84 Lumber company
04.2006 - 01.2009
- Executed daily operations of opening a warehouse, liaison between management and customers, obtained invoices and expedited orders
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in loading and unloading materials and in using and maintaining studied production schedules and estimated worker-hour requirements for completion of job assignments
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product
- Analyzed and resolved work problems and assisted workers in solving work problems
Telemarketer
PBA
01.2005 - 02.2006
- Compiled lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from newspapers, business directories and other sources
- Performed clerical duties, such as typing, proofreading and sorting mail
Warehouse Supervisor
Debbie’s Staffing
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in receiving, transporting, stacking, order filling, shipping and maintaining stock records in the warehouse
- Trained new workers
- Interpreted company policies to workers and enforced safety regulations
- Maintained time and production records
- Estimated, requisitioned and inspected materials
Forklift Operator, Shipping-Receiving
1st Temporaries
02.1997 - 02.1999
- Counted, weighed and measured items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify
Assembler
1st Temporaries
04.1994 - 05.1996
- Read work orders, followed production drawings and sample assemblies and received verbal instructions
- Mounted assembled components, such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits and sockets, on the chassis panel
Sales Representative
Office Essentials
04.1990 - 06.1993
- Traveled throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders
- Displayed and demonstrated product, using samples and catalog, and emphasized salable features
- Quoted prices and credit terms and prepared sales contracts for orders obtained
- Estimated date of delivery to customers, based on knowledge of the firm’s production and delivery schedules
- Compiled lists of prospective customers for sales leads, from information obtained through code calling, account information and other sources
Education
Certificate -
James Sprunt Community College
Goldsboro, NC01.2005
Certificate - Brick Masonry
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC01.2000
Certificate - Money Management
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC01.1999
Certificate - Computer Understanding
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC01.1999
Certificate - Advanced Computer
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC01.1999
Skills
- Plumbing repairs
- Piping installation
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Drainage systems repair
- Hand and power tools
- Remodels and new construction
- Pipe cutting precision
- Plumbing code compliance
- Blueprint reading
- Commercial construction experience
- System testing
Timeline
Journeyman Pipefitter
BMWC Constructors
03.2024 - 12.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
Batchelor & Kimball Mechanical
11.2023 - 02.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
Mann Mechanical
09.2023 - 11.2023
Journeyman Plumber
Freedom Industries
02.2023 - 09.2023
Plumber
Hardhat Workforce LLC.
06.2020 - 02.2023
Plumber Helper
Triangle Mechanical Contractors
02.2014 - 05.2020
Yard Manager
84 Lumber company
04.2006 - 01.2009
Telemarketer
PBA
01.2005 - 02.2006
Warehouse Supervisor
Debbie’s Staffing
01.2000 - 01.2001
Forklift Operator, Shipping-Receiving
1st Temporaries
02.1997 - 02.1999
Assembler
1st Temporaries
04.1994 - 05.1996
Sales Representative
Office Essentials
04.1990 - 06.1993
Certificate - Brick Masonry
Wake Technical Community College
Certificate - Money Management
Wake Technical Community College
Certificate - Computer Understanding
Wake Technical Community College
Certificate - Advanced Computer
Wake Technical Community College
Certificate -
James Sprunt Community College
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