Paul Barb

Rt. * Box ***

Marlinton, WV *****

Home: 304-***-****

Email: abia73@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Prospective Employer:

I am confident that with my experience and training I will be a valuable

asset to you and your working team. I am a hard and dependable worker, and

always strive for success and advancement. I would like to take this

opportunity to personally thank you for reviewing my resume. I look

forward to speaking with you in the future and becoming a part of your

working team.

Sincerely,

Paul Barb

Paul Barb

Rt. 1 Box 150

Marlinton, WV 24954

Home: 304-***-****

Email: abia73@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

I seek to gain employment with a company that encourages growth,

advancement, and skill development within the work environment.

Additionally, I hope to enjoy my job and be able to provide for myself and

my family.

Employment History:

Red Oak Realty, Real Estate Agent

Marlinton WV, 24954

January 2009 - Present

I obtained my Real Estate license through self study in January 2009. I

have been a part time agent at Red Oak Realty since then. I provide a

quality and informative experience for all my prospective clients. I am

also responsible for finding listings, and filling all paper work that goes

along with this task. It is a must for me to stay in touch with prospects

through email, and phone conversations. I try my best to make everyone's

experience as pleasant as possible wile remaining professional.

Independent Insurance Agent,

Marlinton WV, 24954

January 07 - Present

I have been in insurance as an independent agent for over three years now.

I got my start in insurance with New York life in January of 2007 then

began working with Coventry Health Care. I provide life and health

insurance products to individuals throughout West Virginia. I meet

potential clients in their homes, and determine if there is a need for my

services. If a need is determined, I work together with my clients to find

the best solution to meet their needs. I set all of my own appointments,

find all of my own leads, and am responsible for all my own record keeping.

TRC Engineers, Inc., Utilities Inspector

Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

May 2006 - January 2007

The Homestead Preserve in Hot Springs, VA constructed a large development

for upscale homes. I ensured the quality of construction on force main and

gravity flow sewer line, ductile iron water main, and construction of

roadways on various sites throughout the project. In addition, I also

inspected the backfill process to ensure that proper compaction is

achieved. I also filled out daily progress reports, and kept my drawings up

to date on work finished. Major Duties also included observing and keeping

record of utility testing on the newly installed utilities. Tests included

manhole vacuum, sewer line air pressure, sewer line mandrel, water line air

pressure, and waterline water pressure tests.

GGJ Consulting Engineers, Construction Inspector

Eastlake, Ohio 44095

December 2005-May 2006

Grafton, WV installed a new sanitary sewer system to improve waste water

pollution of the Tygart River from their current outdated system. As the

Resident Inspector, I was responsible for overseeing the construction

process to guarantee proper installation of the new sewer system. I was

also responsible for completing a diary of the daily progress, and daily

pay items. I also reviewed pay applications, and discussed any differences

between my records and the contractors with the proper people before the

progress meeting each month. Additionally, I was responsible for reporting

any changes from the original plans to the home office, and to maintain

accurate drawings of the project progress and changes.

A & P's Painting and Landscaping, Painter and Landscaper, Business Operator

Pocahontas and Greenbrier Counties, WV

2000-2005

I had been self employed for a number of years in the business of

completing both painting projects and various landscaping duties in

people's homes and places of business. I was a licensed contractor in the

state of West Virginia, license # WV039152, and I have had several

employees work for me throughout different projects. Painting projects

consisted of preparation work, interior, and exterior painting. Landscaping

duties have included mowing, hedge-trimming and tree pruning, mulching,

flower garden care, and brush removal. I advertised in the newspaper and

simply by word of mouth.

Home Health Care Services Inc., Driver Technician/Customer Service

Representative

Marlinton, WV 24954

March 2004 - August 2004

As a driver technician, I traveled to patients' homes and installed

hospital beds, oxygen machines, and various other medical equipment

supplies; as well as, the routine monthly inspections of the equipment. In

addition, I completed all paper work for Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance

papers for billing. As a customer service representative, I contacted

customers and settled insurance claims.

Pocahontas County Board of Education, Substitute Teacher's Aide

Marlinton, WV 24954

January 2004 - February 2005

As a teacher's aide, I was on call to substitute for all schools in

Pocahontas County. I worked with both preschool age children and special

education students as well.

Education:

West Virginia University

Morgantown WV, 26505

Regents Bachelors of Arts, Minor in Communications

113 hours completed Graduation Date 12/2010

Thompson Education Direct

Scranton PA, 18515

Wildlife Forest Management, Diploma awarded

Pocahontas County High School

Dunmore WV, 24954

Graduated 2007

Special Skills:

I am an intelligent person, with a strong will to succeed. My social

skills are well developed allowing me the capability to hold a conversation

with most anyone. I have always strived to provide a safe and professional

work environment for myself and my coworkers. Additionally, I am a very

open minded individual who appreciates the value of receiving constructive

criticism in order to help me accomplish the task at hand. Due to several

college computer science courses, I have developed strong computer skills.

I also am adaptive and able to learn new concepts quickly. I have always

been very mechanically inclined. Lastly, I am confident in my

organizational skills and am proud of my keen attention to detail.

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