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Richard Barry

Bessemer,AL

Summary

Results-driven Lawn Care and Plumbing Specialist with extensive experience at Turf Doctor of Birmingham and Reeds Plumbing. Proven track record in enhancing lawn health and optimizing plumbing system efficiency through exceptional customer service and jobsite safety protocols. Skilled in weed identification and system installations, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes that ensure client satisfaction. Career goals include furthering expertise in sustainable landscaping solutions and advanced plumbing techniques.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Lawn Care Technician

Turf Doctor of Birmingham
Hoover, Al
09.2024 - Current
  • Kept accurate records of lawn care treatments and client requests for service adjustments.
  • Maintained equipment in good working condition, performing regular checks and minor repairs.
  • Consulted with clients to recommend lawn care practices and treatments for lawn improvement.
  • Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
  • Conducted weed control practices to maintain a neat and orderly appearance of lawns.

Plumber

Reeds Plumbing
Bessemer, AL
01.2000 - 08.2024
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
  • Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate pipes and fittings.
  • Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
  • Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
  • Read blueprints accurately to determine dimensions of piping required for installation projects.
  • Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces..
  • Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
  • Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
  • Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
  • Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pleasant Grove High School
Pleasant Grove, AL
05-1996

Skills

  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Strong work ethic
  • Jobsite safety
  • Responsible and punctual
  • Weed identification
  • Customer service

Timeline

Lawn Care Technician

Turf Doctor of Birmingham
09.2024 - Current

Plumber

Reeds Plumbing
01.2000 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Pleasant Grove High School
Richard Barry