James Barrs
Bluefield,WV
Summary
Dynamic Trailer Technician with a strong work ethic and welding expertise, previously at Trailers Plus LLC. Developed innovative designs that boosted sales revenue and implemented quality control measures, enhancing production efficiency. A collaborative team player committed to continuous learning and excellence in trailer bodywork and preventive maintenance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Trailer Technician
Trailers Plus LLC
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the development of a comprehensive quality control program to ensure all products met stringent requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed innovative trailer designs that catered to specific customer needs, resulting in increased sales revenue. also do quality control inspection weld and build all trailers from start to finish.
- Reported progress regularly to supervisors, ensuring timely communication of any issues or potential delays in project completion.
- Organized workshops for continuous skills improvement, fostering a culture of learning within the team.
- Improved trailer building efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
Owner/Operator
Budget Fencing LLc
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
- Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior [Product or Service] to customers.
- also install all fencing and gates from wood to chain link to pvc fencing
Boilermaker
Seneca Steel Erector
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
Education
GED -
Trenton High School
Edgefield, SC07-2019
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Shop safety practices
- Continuous learning mindset
- Welding expertise
- Quality control adherence
- Parts inventory management
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Trailer bodywork expertise
- Preventive maintenance experience
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Repairing
- Parts fabrication
- Welding skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Trailer Technician
Trailers Plus LLC
10.2024 - Current
Boilermaker
Seneca Steel Erector
02.2020 - 02.2021
Owner/Operator
Budget Fencing LLc
01.2019 - 01.2022
GED -
Trenton High School
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