Derrick Matthew
Miami
Summary
Dependable maintenance technician offering several years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems and exterior and interior lighting system repair.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Sysco Foods Inc
Pompano Beach
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and facilities for maintenance needs.
- Performed repairs on refrigeration systems and kitchen equipment as required.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work areas to promote safety.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported findings to management regularly.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools safely for maintenance projects.
- Followed established safety protocols while performing maintenance duties in a food service environment.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
Welder
Nabors Drilling USA
Houston
02.2017 - 01.2021
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate welds.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools in optimal working condition.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
- Assisted in training new welders on proper techniques and equipment use.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
Pipefitter
Air Conditioning & Refrig Service
Miami
09.2008 - 09.2012
- Installed piping systems for HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Assembled and connected pipes using various fittings and tools.
- Conducted system inspections to identify leaks or malfunctions.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale installations.
- Maintained work area by organizing tools and equipment efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting HVAC system issues during service calls.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
Education
Certified Welder - Welding Specialist
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK 04.2017 - 02.2018
Robert Morgan
Miami, FLSkills
- HVAC troubleshooting
- MIG welding
- HVAC installation
- OSHA training
- Heavy equipment operation
- Basic plumbing
- Measuring and cutting
- OSHA regulations
- Finish carpentry
- Door installation
- Painting and staining
- Wood restoration
- Carpentry techniques
- Deck building
- Heavy lifting
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment maintenance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Carpentry basics
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Troubleshooting skills
- Power tools proficiency
- Electrical repairs
- Efficient documentation
- Mechanical diagnostics
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Sysco Foods Inc
06.2021 - Current
Certified Welder - Welding Specialist
Tulsa Welding School
04.2017 - 02.2018
Welder
Nabors Drilling USA
02.2017 - 01.2021
Pipefitter
Air Conditioning & Refrig Service
09.2008 - 09.2012
Robert Morgan