GARNER E BROOKS JR
Chandler
Summary
Water Quality Senior Technician with experience in municipal water quality, water distribution, wastewater operations, cross-connection control, backflow prevention, facility maintenance, and regulatory compliance. Experienced in regulatory sampling, backflow prevention program administration, customer water quality investigations, compliance reporting, preventive maintenance, and leading field operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Quality Senior Technician
03.2026 - Current
- Perform regulatory drinking water sampling and field testing in accordance with ADEQ and EPA requirements.
- Conduct chlorine residual, pH, conductivity, temperature, and related water quality analyses.
- Investigate customer water quality complaints and recommend corrective actions.
- Perform certified backflow prevention assembly testing, repair, maintenance, and retesting.
- Maintain state compliance records, inspection reports, chain-of-custody documentation, and regulatory databases.
- Submit required compliance reports to regulatory agencies and water providers.
- Review development plans to determine required backflow protection.
- Review and approve installation of backflow prevention devices for residential, commercial, industrial, and irrigation systems.
- Inspect installations for compliance with plumbing codes and cross-connection standards.
- Support Cross-Connection Control Program, flushing operations, equipment calibration, and technician mentoring.
Facility Maintenance II
Gila River Resorts & Casinos
Santan Mountain, AZ
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Maintained plumbing, domestic water, wastewater, irrigation, and mechanical systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance, inspections, and emergency repairs.
- Completed work orders and supported OSHA compliance and facility reliability.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Independent Contractor
Washington Licensed Plumber
Spanaway, WA
04.2023 - 12.2025
- Managed residential and commercial plumbing projects from estimate through completion.
- Installed, tested, repaired, and maintained backflow prevention assemblies.
- Performed cross-connection evaluations and ensured compliance with state and local regulations.
- Installed water heaters, filtration systems, piping, fixtures, and drainage systems.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and safety regulations during all projects.
- Trained junior plumbers on safety protocols, tools usage, and best practices in plumbing installation.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
Journeyman Plumber
UMC
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Installed commercial plumbing systems and coordinated inspections.
- Maintained OSHA safety compliance.
- Contributed to team success in completing large-scale projects within tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations through rigorous adherence to installation guidelines and permit requirements.
Journeyman Plumber
MacDonald Miller Facility Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Installed commercial piping systems and supported project completion.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure system functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex plumbing problems, enhancing overall service delivery quality.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology with Allied Health
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology (Computer Network Systems)
ITT Technical Institute
Tukwila, WA03.2013
Skills
- Water Quality Sampling & Analysis
- Water Distribution Systems
- Water Treatment
- Wastewater Treatment & Collection
- Cross-Connection Control
- Backflow Prevention Testing & Repair
- Backflow Compliance Reporting
- Planning & Development Review
- Installation Approval of Backflow Devices
- Regulatory Compliance (ADEQ, EPA, OSHA)
- Customer Complaint Investigation
- Equipment Calibration
- Preventive Maintenance
- Commercial & Residential Plumbing
- Leadership & Training
Certification
- Arizona Licensed Plumber (October 2025 – Present)
- Washington State Licensed Journeyman Plumber (April 2023 – April 2026)
- Certified Backflow Tester (April 2026 – April 2029)
- ADEQ Grade II Water Treatment Operator (Issued April 2026)
- ADEQ Grade II Water Distribution Operator (Issued April 2026)
- ADEQ Grade II Wastewater Treatment Operator (Issued April 2026)
- ADEQ Grade II Wastewater Collection Operator (Issued April 2026)
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-Hour Training (June 2026)
- OSHA Safety Certification
Timeline
Water Quality Senior Technician
03.2026 - Current
Facility Maintenance II
Gila River Resorts & Casinos
11.2025 - 03.2026
Independent Contractor
Washington Licensed Plumber
04.2023 - 12.2025
Journeyman Plumber
UMC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Journeyman Plumber
MacDonald Miller Facility Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology with Allied Health
Washington State University
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology (Computer Network Systems)
ITT Technical Institute