Gerald Barth
About Gerald Barth
Gerald Barth is an Operations Support/Facilities Operations Manager at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2015. He oversees electrical safety, emergency management, and hazardous material inventory across multiple divisions.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Gerald Barth has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2015. He initially served as a Facilities Engineer for nine years before transitioning to the role of Operations Support/Facilities Operations Manager in 2018. In his current position, he oversees various operational aspects related to facilities management. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing emergency planning for multiple buildings within the laboratory.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Gerald Barth worked at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) as a Senior Project Engineer/Scientist from 2010 to 2015. He also held a position as an Automation/Electrical Engineer at Babcock & Wilcox for a brief period in 2009. His diverse experience in engineering roles contributes to his expertise in facilities operations and management.
Education and Expertise
Gerald Barth holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, where he studied Power and Control Theory from 2007 to 2009. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in facilities engineering and operations management, particularly in the context of electrical safety and compliance.
Safety and Emergency Management Roles
In addition to his managerial duties, Gerald Barth serves as the Division Electrical Safety Officer for all four divisions of the Energy and Environmental Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He is responsible for inspecting electrical equipment to ensure compliance with Department of Energy safety standards. Furthermore, he acts as the Local Emergency Manager for ten buildings, overseeing emergency planning and training for Local Emergency Squads.
Hazardous Material Management
Gerald Barth manages the Hazardous Material Management Inventory System for 19 laboratories within the Energy and Transportation Science Division and the Electrical and Electronic Science Research Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This role involves overseeing the safe handling and tracking of hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.