Construction Plumber General Contractor Expert Witness

QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS

Forty + years’ experience in the construction industry, performing as a master plumber, general contractor and mechanical contractor. Together, the experience gives a complete background and understanding of all aspects of the development and operation of construction operations. Extensive knowledge of industry standards including safety requirements ,licensing regulations and construction code. As an educator I have taught courses on the construction trades for both adult education and high school technical education. Ability to motivate employees’ performance levels and develop rapport with diverse audiences. Broad-based responsibilities and knowledge include:

• Leadership, Supervision and Training
• Technical Knowledge/Efficiency
• Licensing Policies & Regulations
• Emergency Response
• Warranty Expertise/ Product Knowledge
• Team Building
• Safety & Quality Control
• Customer Service

CERTIFICATIONS/ AFFILIATIONS

• N.J. Master plumbing license
• American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) –
• OSHA Safety member / Instructor
• Ladder safety code Instructor
• Fork lift operator Instructor

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Pocono Mountain Amusement Corporation, CEO – 1994 – Present
  Designer/Builder/Owner-Operator of multi-location amusement ride parks
• Consultant/Expert Witness/Technical Services – 1995 – Present
  Amusement Ride Operations, Training, Operations
  Construction, Design
• Monroe Career & Technical Institute – 2005 – Present
  Adult Continuing Education and High School Instructor
• M & J Mechanical Service, CEO – 1970 -1996
  Owned and operated mechanical maintenance company
  Plumber, Local 14, New Jersey – 1978-1989
  Master Licensed Plumber/Supervisor

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• St. Peter’s College, New Jersey
  BS, Business Administration – 1973- 1976
  Social Psychology
• Kean University, New Jersey
  Masters Studies in Business/Marking – 1976- 1978
  Masters Studies in Teaching
  Masters study in Social Psychology
• Plumber’s Local 14, New Jersey
  Apprenticeship – Union Trades School – 1977-1981
• Temple University, Pennsylvania
  Occupational Assessment Teaching Program – 2005-2006
• NAARSO – National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials – 2000- Present
  Level III Inspection Level II Operations