Robert E Barr
Hemet,CA
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance & AV Technician with proven expertise across property management, live event production, and technical trades. Excels as a Lighting Tech and Stagehand with extensive experience in AV, rigging, and event coordination. Demonstrated leadership in middle management roles at Stater Brothers, Walmart, and Dollar Tree, consistently driving team performance, scheduling efficiency, and inventory accuracy.
Strong track record of problem-solving under pressure—from responding to fires and floods alongside first responders to managing complex plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs on-site without outside contractors. Recognized for innovative lighting solutions, workflow optimization, and the ability to lead teams through both high-volume retail and high-stakes live productions.
Equally effective in administrative and operational domains, with hands-on experience in payroll submission, timesheet approvals, vendor coordination, and code compliance. Known for balancing technical expertise with people-focused leadership, fostering positive tenant relations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring safety and compliance across dynamic work environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Palm Villa Mhc Llc
Hemet, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Lighting Technician
Volt Lites
Burbank CA
10 2022 - Current
- Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety and quality operations.
- Loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
- Worked with other lighting technicians in set-up and operation of lighting equipment.
- Minimized risk of fire or electrical shock by using optimal safety procedures.
- Managed and maintained equipment between productions.
- Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
- Installed scaffolding, ladders and cranes for equipment setup and management.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
AV Technician
Ms Event Production
Burbank CA
4 2022 - Current
- Trained event staff on proper use of audio and visual equipment.
- Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
- Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
Stagehand
Goldenvoice
Las Angeles CA
3 2022 - Current
- Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
- Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
- Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
Masonry Laborer
Independent Contracting
Hemet CA
2 2010 - 12 2015
- Operated trowels and sponges to apply grout between joints of tiles and bricks.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Mixed mortar, plastic and grout according to standard formulas.
- Used trowels to apply grout during installation of brick and tile.
- Reviewed finished installations to find and correct surface flaws.
- Completed initial site preparation and maintained neat work areas for duration of job.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
- Operated drills, paving breakers, and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
- Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
General Merchandise Clerk
Stater Brothers
Hemet CA
1 2016 - 8 2019
- Pushed and stocked product in multiple departments and consistently met time targets.
- Completed efficient weekly pricing changes for general merchandise categories.
- Managed store layouts by placing in-demand products in areas visible to customers to maximize sales.
- Labeled, stocked and inventoried general merchandise and reviewed expiration dates to keep items properly rotated.
- Complied with health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for department and store to promote safe and clean shopping environment for guests.
Department Manager
Walmart
Yucca Valley CA
6 2019 - 2 2021
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement, and overall sales set-up.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Prepared detailed reports for management to clarify existing trends, review sales and inventory data and support shrink minimization and safety awareness.
- Developed and implemented useful inventory management strategies to maximize sales and reduce costs.
Store Manager
Dollar Tree
Hemet CA
2 2021 - 1 2022
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
Education
- Audio Visual Production
Mount San Jacinto Community College
San JacintoSkills
- Technical & Trade Skills
- Management & Operations Skills,
- Administrative & Office Skills
- Customer & Client-Facing Skills
- Event & Production Skills
Plumbing Systems Maintenance & Repair, Electrical Systems Troubleshooting & Repair, HVAC Maintenance & Safety, Carpentry & Structural Repair, Preventative Maintenance Planning, Emergency & Crisis Response (fire, flood, electrical hazards), Building Code Compliance & Safety Regulations, Forklift Operation
Team Leadership & Staff Training, Workforce Scheduling & Planning, Budget Oversight & Cost Control, Vendor & Contractor Coordination, Performance Evaluation & Coaching, Policy & Procedure Implementation, Health & Safety Compliance, Crew Management, Inventory Management, Workflow Optimization
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar), Data Entry & Reporting, Inventory Tracking & Database Management, Filing Systems & Recordkeeping, Payroll Submission & Timesheet Approval, Professional Email & Written Communication, Scheduling
Tenant & Client Relations, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service Excellence, Presentation & Public Speaking, Negotiation & Problem-Solving, Cross-Departmental Communication
Event Production & Coordination, Live Event Production, AV & Lighting Technology Setup & Operation, Stagehand Operations (rigging, set construction, equipment handling), Workflow Optimization for Events, Technical Problem-Solving Under Pressure, Production Labor, AV & Lighting Technology
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Personal Information
Languages
English
Native Language
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Palm Villa Mhc Llc
08.2024 - Current
- Audio Visual Production
Mount San Jacinto Community College
Lighting Technician
Volt Lites
10 2022 - Current
AV Technician
Ms Event Production
4 2022 - Current
Stagehand
Goldenvoice
3 2022 - Current
Masonry Laborer
Independent Contracting
2 2010 - 12 2015
General Merchandise Clerk
Stater Brothers
1 2016 - 8 2019
Department Manager
Walmart
6 2019 - 2 2021
Store Manager
Dollar Tree
2 2021 - 1 2022