Robert Franklin Jr.

**** **** *** *****, ***** *

St. George, UT 84770

Contact Phone 435-***-****

e-mail: rpceh1@r.postjobfree.com

A dependable and skilled professional with over 40 years experience with a

deep background in the areas of supervision, pipe fitting, plumbing, fire

suppressant and maintenance. Major strengths include:

|Self motivated |Innovative problem solver |

|Excellent customer service skills |Proficient training/coaching skills |

|Strong supervisory skills |Awesome sense of humor |

. EXPERIENCE

. Toledo Ship Building Company, Toledo Ohio - Sheet Metal Mechanic

Built duct work for

ships using 16 gauge metal. 1970 - 1972

Local 671 of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices, Monroe

Michigan Completed a five year apprenticeship in Plumbing and Pipe

Fitting (10,000 hrs). 1972 - 1977

Babcock and Wilcox, Monroe Michigan - Mechanical Contractor

Ran all instruments and piping for Detroit Edison Power Company and all

shipping and receiving. 60 hours per week. 1972 - 1973

Sieb Plumbing & Heating, Monroe Michigan - Foreman, Pipefitter, Plumber

Performed all aspects of piping, installation and maintenance for

residential, commercial and industrial jobs. 1973 - 1980

Franklin Plumbing and Heating, Monroe Michigan - Master Plumber, Owner

Performed all aspects of piping, gas lines and plumbing service work.

Provided excellent customer service. Jobs included new project

installations, and repairing and maintaining existing plumbing for

residential and industrial clients. Also provided air conditioning and

mechanical work. Expert level using all types of air conditioning and

refrigeration equipment. Instructed workers in principles and theories

related to refrigeration cycles, equipment functions, testing, repair and

maintenance procedures for a variety of equipment and systems. Regulated

climate conditions including compressor motors, condensing units and

electric controls. All aspects of business ownership. 1980 - 1983

Wismer & Becker, Sacramento California - General Foreman, Safety Engineer

Supervised maintenance crew of 300 people at Firmi II Nuclear Power Plant

in Michigan. Used wide assortment of tools on a variety of jobs including

pipe fitting, (hydraulic, stainless, glass and black pipe). Installed and

repaired hydraulic, air, vacuum and hand operated valves, performed general

maintenance. 1981 - 1984

Franklin Plumbing and Heating, Monroe, Michigan - Master Plumber, Owner

Performed all aspects of piping, gas lines and plumbing service work.

Provided excellent customer service. Jobs included new project

installations, and repairing and maintaining existing plumbing for

residential and industrial clients. Also provided air conditioning and

mechanical work. Expert level using all types of air conditioning and

refrigeration equipment. Instructed workers in principles and theories

related to refrigeration cycles, equipment functions, testing, repair and

maintenance procedures for a variety of equipment and systems. Regulated

climate conditions including compressor motors, condensing units and

electric controls. Designed and installed septic tank systems and leach

fields. Installed natural gas fireplaces and wood stoves. All aspects of

business ownership. 1984 - Present

R.F. Builders, Monroe, Michigan - General Contractor

Built homes completely from the ground up. Also built metal buildings,

additions and remodels. 1986 - 2001

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Monster Storage, St. George, Utah - Master Plumber

Only plumber on the job. Installed all fire suppression, gas lines,

plumbing and outside sprinkler system for a five story building. All work

completed by myself. 2009 - 2011

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Supervised up to 100 people on a variety of jobs including all types of

pipe fitting (hydraulic, stainless, glass and black pipe), installation and

repair of hydraulic, air, vacuum, and hand operated valves, general

maintenance, etc.

Responsible for all plumbing, pipe fitting and refrigeration work including

job bidding, system design, installation and maintenance, and sheet metal

work.

Strong knowledge of both commercial and residential building requirements

and codes beyond just plumbing and HVAC.

Supervised crew of up to 300 people for three years at Fermi II Nuclear

Power Plant.

Skilled mechanical contractor on coal burner fitting and instruments.

Served my country honorably for three years in a combat zone in Vietnam.

Have run 50+ marathons and 150+ road races. I am in great shape.

. LICENSES AND EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION

Plumbing License in three states; Utah, Michigan and Ohio

Certified Backflow Tester and Repair

Back Hoe Operator

Forklift Operator

CDL License

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Marine Corps, Sergeant - Honorable Discharge 1967-1970

| . National | . Silver Star |

|Defense Service Medal | |

| . Vietnam | . Cross of Gallantry with|

|Campaign Medal w/Device |Palm |

| . Combat Action | . Good Conduct Medal |

|Ribbon | |

| . Vietnam | . Navy Scuba Diver |

|Services Medal w/Silver Star | |

| . Navy Unit | . Navy Commendation Medal|

|Citation |w/Combat V |

| . Jump Qualified | |

REFERENCES

Monster Storage - Denis Lyman 307-***-****

Cedar Builders Supply - Kirk Marchant 435-***-****

Franklin Plumbing & Heating - Bob 734-***-****

*Veteran 10 Point Preference*

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EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE

Trencher

Drain cleaning machine

PVC saw

PEX tools

Yaring and caulking iron tools

Brazing tools

Soldering tools

Copper cutting tools

Extension ladders

Step ladders

Forklift

Dump truck

Bulldozer

Excavation Equipment, all types

Hydraulic Pumps, hand and power

Cut-off Saw

Concrete Saw

Air Conditioning Gauges

Gasoline Water Pump

Grinder

Deburing Tool

Allen Wrenches

Oxyacetylene Torch

Chain Ball

Flaring Tool

Levels - straight, slope, horizontal and parallel

Chalk Line

Hack Saw

Compass Saw

Jab Saw

Saber Saw

Multi-spin Bit

Offset Drill

Plumbers Auger

Spade Bits

Square

Pipe Wrenches - 6" to 48"

Chain Wrench

Basin Wrench

Crescent Wrenches - 6" to 16"

Levels - 6" to 6'

Transit

Pipe Vise

Tape

Core Drill

Hole Saw

Safety Glasses

Full Body Harness

Scaffolds

Respirators

Plumb Bob

Soapstone

Laser level

Compass

Cold Chisel

Aviation snips

Pipe cutter

Soil pipe cutter

Internal pipe cutter

Mandrel

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Rotary Hammer drill

Jack Hammer

Spud Wrench

Combination Square

Wood Chisels

Cordless and corded drills

Hammer

Ball Peen Hammer

Screw Drivers

Pipe Machine

Hand held pipe die

Air Power Nailers

Power Miter Saw

Open End Wrenches

Table Saw

Pick/Mattock

Sledge Hammer

Back Hoe

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