I have many years of construction experience to bring to your company. I work well under pressure and devote 100% to whatever work I am doing.
GARY D. UNFRED
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 High-energy Master Plumber with a proven track record within positions of high responsibility
 Results-driven top performer utilizing progressive methods through established experience and education
 Possess strong work ethic, dependability, and accountability, ensure high ethical and quality standards
 Recognized for excellent instructional methods, capable of communicating with all levels of people
 Proven ability to master and integrate all aspects of business operations, perform well under pressure
 Learn new skills quickly, demonstrated aptitude for working independently or as part of a team
 Support corporate goals through effective combination of technical and communication skills
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Licensed Master Plumber 2000 to Present
Licensed Backflow Tester / Inspector 1988 to present
Licensed Medical Gas Installer 1999 to Present
Certified in Fire Suppression System Maintenance 1983 to present
Certified Construction Supervisor 51H 1993
Completed 29 Hours of Construction-Focused Coursework including:
San Bernadino Valley College San Bernadino, California
Riverside Community College Riverside, California
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KBR Houston, Texas 2003 to Present
PLUMBING – Al Asad, Iraq (2008 to Present)
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT/PLUMBING SUPERVISOR – Baghdad, Iraq (2003 to 2004)
 Install, maintain, and repair pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, and equipment, assemble items used in construction rigging and rigid frame structures, construct and install petroleum pipelines, pumping stations, and fuel storage facilities, directly interfaced with clients and maintained on-site documentation and control of equipment and material assigned to the FOB
 Oversaw primary construction and management responsibilities for creation of a Forward Operating Base located in Baghdad, Iraq, developed projected cost analysis for all Letters of Technical Direction generated by clients pertaining to plumbing, piping systems, and HVAC systems
 Developed and maintained a fleet of mobile infrastructure trucks which included sixteen sewer waste trucks, four non-potable water trucks, and three potable water trucks used to maintain the FOB during periods of time when exterior support was unavailable.
Essential Properties, LLC Topeka, Kansas 2005 to Present
OWNER / PROJECT MANAGER
 Select contractors and direct all on-site activities including remodeling, repair, and reconstruction projects for single-family and town-home dwellings, schedule, monitor, and inspect all work from start to customer orientation, as well as maintain budgets, process invoices, and control overhead costs
Gary’s Plumbing Solutions Lawrence, Kansas 2001 to Present
OWNER / OPERATOR
 Successfully administered all aspects of business and field operations related to public, industrial, commercial, and residential plumbing projects for a primary customer base of hospitals and universities
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONT.)
Tetra Tech FWI Great Plains, New Jersey 2004 to 2005
SITE MANAGER – KIRKUK, IRAQ
 Directed the construction of a medical clinic, controlled and managed project subcontractors while maintaining appropriate spending measures to stay within budget
 Developed and implemented work packages and activity hazard analysis for each project phase, also ensured local contractors maintained safe practices while meeting all OSHA and AFCEE standards
Huxtable and Associates Lawrence, Kansas 1994 to 2001
PLUMBING FOREMAN / PIPE FITTING SUPERINTENDENT
Oversaw and documented all nuances of commercial, industrial, and municipal construction projects for 40+ employees
Selected Project Experience
 Atchison Hospital – Atchison, Kansas: Managed the installation of all mechanical aspects for a major hospital renovation project which included medical gas lines throughout the hospital complex, oversaw schedule target forecasts and documentation of subcontractor progress, maintained records for all systems testing and certification for hospital and insurance company client representatives
 St. Joseph’s Pharmaceuticals – St. Joseph, Missouri: Directed plumbing construction of a saline production facility utilized during pharmaceutical manufacturing, tested, certified, and documented all systems
 PROSOCO Acid Blending Plant – Lawrence, Kansas: Supervised the installation of all mechanical aspects for a new facility which included multiple types of acid transfer piping, fittings, and equipment
 AC Delco Battery Manufacturing Plant – Lenexa, Kansas: Supervised the completion of various projects including air systems and acid scrubbers
Hallmark Cards Lawrence, Kansas 1988 to 2004
PRODUCTION MANAGER / MACHINE OPERATOR
MACHINE OPERATOR (1988 TO 1995)
 Directly managed and controlled processing line for a worldwide company specializing in greeting card manufacturing, while maintaining sound worker safety practices
 Developed and implemented training programs focused on facilitating increased production efficiency
Block & Associates Olathe & Lawrence, Kansas
MASTER PLUMBER / JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER
 Installed, repaired, and maintained residential and commercial plumbing fixtures and systems, read blueprints and specifications to determine proper layout of systems while ensuring safety compliance
State of Kansas Topeka, Kansas
U.S. Department of Defense March AFB – Riverside, California 1983 to 1987
PLUMBING FOREMAN / TRAINER
United States Air Force Worldwide 1978 to 1982
PLUMBING JOURNEYMAN / SUPERVISOR – Osan, Korea & Okinawa, Japan (1978 to 1982)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Water Works Association Member 1998 to Present
American Society of Sanitary Engineering Member 1985 to 2004
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Professional References gladly available upon requests
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
Completed Coursework including Automatic Sprinkler Alarm & Detection Systems, Hydraulic Calculations for Automatic Sprinklers, Fire Protection Hydraulics, and Water Supply Analysis
Oklahoma State University Division of Engineering Stillwater, Oklahoma
Honor Graduate of Leadership Course – Camp Gruber
Oklahoma State University Stillwater, Oklahoma
Backflow Prevention Device Tester County of Riverside Department of Health 1988
Backflow Prevention Device General Tester American Water Works Assoc., CA-NV Section 1985 to 1988
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
United States Air Force Training
Unit Retention NCO Seminar 1993
Completed Reserve Component Noncommissioned Officers Primary Leadership Development Course 1992
Fire Suppression System Maintenance 120 Hours 1983
Plumbing Specialist Course 270 Hours 1979
Motorcycle Challenge Course 1979
Formal Training also included:
Plumbing School & Leadership School
Department of the Army Training / National Guard Training
Senior Construction Supervisor School 148 Hours Honor Graduate
Primary Leadership Development Course 148 Hours 1995
North Dakota National Guard Engineer School, BNCOC Phase II Course (honor Graduate)1995
Unit Retention NCO Seminar 1993
Kansas Army National Guard Annual Training 1988
Fire Suppression System Maintenance 102 Hours 1983
Industry Training
American Society of Sanitary Engineering for Backflow
Passed requirements for United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry of the United States and Canada
Completed Operations and Maintenance for Asbestos Control Course
National Asbestos Training Center – University of Kansas 1986
American Builders Association Safety training on
Excavations [at] Shoring 1999
Confined space entry 1998
Hazard Communication procedures 1998
Fall Protection Equipment [at] Procedures 1998
PPE Applications 1998
Stairs and Ladders 1998
Forklift operations 1999
MEDALS AND COMMENDATIONS
Decoration of the 1st Class for Long and Faithful Service State of Kansas October 1992
Civilian of the Quarter U.S. Department of Defense 1994
Recognized for Faithful and Exemplary Service Task Force “Siempre Listo†1992
Meritorious Achievement Medal as Foreman 1991
Achievement Medal for Meritorious Achievement / Managerial Ability and Foresight U.S. Army 1990
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