Jeff Knowles |
Started thinking about plumbing and called all the plumbers in town to see if they were hiring at age 16. At age 18 began purchasing A-1 Plumbing (then known as Gary Aichele Plumbing) with his two brothers and father. Worked as a plumbing apprentice for four years and then tested out as a journeyman plumber.
Loves his wife Amy and three kids Brianna, Abigail, and Stephen. Loves playing football, volleyball, or anything active. Enjoys people and solving problems. Ready, willing, and able to help solve any plumbing problem you may have. Loves GOD and seeks to serve Him daily. |
Matt Harri |
Matt grew up in Walla Walla, spent four years earning a Bachelors Degree in Biology, then spent the next eight years building his skills as a contractor in Kansas City.
Starting a family with his wife, Song, brought them back to the beautiful Walla Walla Valley and they have enjoyed establishing themselves here at the base of the Blue Mountains ever since. Matt enjoys all things outdoors, motorcycles, music, ceramics, football, and most of all, spending time with his wife and five children. |
Jason Miller |
Jason spent eight years in the United States Marines. He served two tours to Iraq in combat, then got out of the Marines and decided to work at Washington State Penitentiary. He worked there as a correctional officer until 2011, then took an opportunity to go to Afghanistan as a private security contractor.
After working for two years in Afghanistan on his first contract , he came back home to work at the State Penitentiary again. He then decided to return to Afghanistan to work at the American Embassy as a personal security specialist for the American Ambassador. That contract ended May 1st 2018, and he wanted to come home to be with his family. "I wanted to choose a different path and learn a good trade". He choose A-1 Plumbing because of their good reputation and solid team. |
Chris Carter |
Chris was raised in Walla Walla, spent several years traveling the United States, then came back to the Walla Walla Valley in 2009, and has worked in the out door industry for a few years.
Father of 3 daughters. Avid outdoors enthusiast. Loves hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. |
Riley Boone |
Riley grew up in Chehalis, Washington and moved to Walla Walla in 2013 to earn a degree in professional golf management at WWCC. He has now been at A-1 Plumbing for 4 years. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He also enjoys hanging out with friends and family.
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Jose Esparza |
Jose was raised in Milton-Freewater along with his two brothers and a sister.
He spent a few years in Portland, earning a bachelors degree in biology before resettling back in the Walla Walla Valley. Enjoys exercising, spending time with family and friends, and the outdoors. |
Dave Knowles |
Dave purchased A-1 Plumbing (known then as Gary Aichele Plumbing) with his two brothers and father in May of 2003. Since that time he has played an active roll in the daily activities that make up the small family owned business. He thoroughly enjoys the varied challenges that come with working in the plumbing industry.
Dave has been blessed with a lovely wife and 6 amazing children. When not at work he is often with one or more of his family tackling some project on the farm, playing sports, or just having a relaxing evening together. Dave is a born again Christian and seeks God’s grace to live out his faith in all of his daily activities, keeping in mind the scripture "He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" (Micah 6:8) |
Mario Batalla |
Mario Batalla was raised in Walla Walla. He comes from a family of six.
He enjoys traveling, mountain bike and most outdoor activities. He has an electrical background and has been plumbing since 2015 |
Shannon Miller |
Shannon was born and raised in Alaska but has found his home here in the Walla Walla valley. He enjoys the opportunity to serve our community and getting the job done right. In his off time he likes to read books, spend a lot of time outdoors with his family and playing the piano and guitar.
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Philip Werkmeister |
Hi, I am Philip Werkmeister. Although, a relative newcomer to Walla Walla and a jack of many trades I am so happy and grateful to have found my forever home here, and I am privileged to be an apprentice at A-1 Plumbing, serving along side the finest crew in town.
Outside of work I mostly enjoy: making my wife happy, going to Church, painting, camping, playing pool and mountain bike riding. |
Colton Hodgson |
Colton is an easy going caring individual who was born and raised in Walla Walla. He graduated from Walla Walla High School in 2011. Then worked at Wal-Mart for the next 6 years. The beginning of 2018 he was presented with the opportunity to become an A-1 plumber.
When he is not working, he enjoys time with his girlfriend Sarah and a beautiful baby girl. |
Trevor Ring |
Trever has been in the plumbing trade for around 20 years. He enjoys meeting new people and problem solving. He and his wife enjoy spending their time involved with their faith, working on their home and being outdoors. Trever's main hobby is working in the shop making knives or other decorative metal works.
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Stephen Butler |
My name is Stephen Butler. I have lived in Walla Walla for 40 years. I graduated from Eastern Washington University with a degree in education. I love spending time with my family and I enjoy camping, riding motorcycles, movies, and time around the campfire. I've been plumbing for 3 years and really enjoy helping those in need.
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Chris French |
Chris grew up in Walla Walla and spent 5 years in the Army. He moved home after his contract was up. Enjoys training for bodybuilding shows and spending time with his 2 year old son.
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Reyn Hodgson |
Born in Colville, WA, Reyn has lived most of his life in Walla Walla. Happily married with 2 dogs, a Husky and a Golden Retriever. He looks forward to starting a family. Reyn enjoys Bushcraft and is an aspiring bladesmith. These are tied with his love for ancient Northern European culture and traditions that help him get a more insightful look into his ancestry. Reyn is always looking to embrace new challenges by learning more useful skills and techniques.
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Leo Martinez-Ruiz |
"Hello! My name is Leo. I enjoy moonlit strolls on the beach, roses by the armfull and participation dances!"
Just kidding! I'm not a fan of any of those things. But my friends describe me as an easy going guy, good listener, and a waffle maker extraordinaire. |
Fernando Rodriguiz-Corona |
Fernando was born and raised in Walla Walla, attended Sea-Tech's electrical program where he was introduced to the trades. A little more than a year after graduating from Wa-Hi in 2017, he sought and earned employment at A-1 Plumbing where he initially started as support and office staff, then worked his way into the field as an apprentice plumber.
Loves God, family, fishing, hunting and water sports. |
Mikhail Mironov |
Born and raised in Walla Walla, Mikhail has worked 4 years in the construction sphere. He is now an apprentice plumber and enjoys outdoor sports and being part of church, community and family.
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