MATHEW MANEWAL
Southwest Bell County VFD
Killeen,Texas
17
years of professional experience
High-performing Mechanic Assistant knowledgeable about automotive systems and tools. Demonstrates efficiency in troubleshooting mechanical problems, making repairs and conducting preventive maintenance. Collaborative and committed to following safety mandates and regulations for hazard-free work environment.
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
7 Years 10 Months- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
- Drive and operated structural pumpers, tankers, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
- Perform basic and advanced level mechanical services to maintain vehicle readiness
- Assist in training new volunteers
- Stayed calm and focused in emergency situations to provide efficient fixes
Service Technician
3 Years 2 Months- Diagnosed emergency vehicle electrical and mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and service manuals.
- Repaired lights, sirens, wiring, pumps, and mounted equipment to restore operational readiness.
- Inspected vehicles for safety compliance and documented needed repairs for accurate service tracking.
- Installed aftermarket emergency components according to specifications, wiring diagrams, and customer requirements.
Yard Maintenance Make Ready
2 Years 1 Month- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Used PROSIS to assist in find part numbers for needed parts
- Assisted technicians both in the shop and field with repairs.
Warehouse Specialist
1 Year- Loaded and unloaded items from and to shipping containers and vessels.
- Supported safe operations of warehouse order fulfillment and restocking by securing items on pallets and shelves.
- Verified amount of items received in orders and cross-checked with invoices.
- Packaged items for safe shipment and protection from damage in transit.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Servicer
1 Year- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations
- Checked batteries and fuses to troubleshoot electrical problems
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts
- Inventory vehicles basic issue items
- Inventory part in stock
- Insured that accountability of all military equipment going out on issues and being returned/stored is maintained and proper documentation is performed
Supply And Service Technician
2 Years 5 Months- Created and recommended solutions to resolve operational issues
- Ensured smooth workflow and eliminated delays by monitoring and replenishing tools and reagents
- Order and pull vehicle parts and hardware
- Unserviceable turn ins to DLA
- Receive and confirm parts and quantity
- Maintain order tracking sheet
- PMCS work vehicles and forklifts
- Loaded, transported and stacked materials
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift
- Assisted with working on BFV's replacing tracks and final drives
- Assisted with working on PIM's removing and replacing hardware and armor
- Track and maintain tool room inventory and calibration list
Firefighter/EMT-B
11 Months- Participated in civic and other community groups to promote public understand of fire safety
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely
- Inspected vehicles, medical supplies and equipment during down time
- Kept vehicles ready for emergencies by cleaning them and keeping medical supplies stocked
- Assessed situation severity of emergent medical incidents and provided care accordingly
- Demonstrated strong commitment to quality care through continuous training and development
Firefighter/EMT-B
1 Year- Inspected vehicles, medical supplies and equipment during down time
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely
- Responded to fire, crash and rescue calls
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid
- Frequently lifted up to 200 pounds in the course of extinguishing fires and treating injured persons
Volunteer Firefighter
4 Years 11 Months- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks
- Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency
- Performed basic services on emergency vehicles
- Maintained vehicle readiness
- Performed advanced level mechanical services to vehicles
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree - General Studies
Skills
Fast Learner
Good communication skill
Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
MS Office
Safety awareness
Data Entry
Problem resolution
Hand and Power Tools
Replacement and Repair Work
Lubrication Processes
Maintenance and Repair
Critical Thinking
Corrective Maintenance
Safe Vehicle Operations
Timeline
Service Technician
Siddons-martin Emergency Group
08.2023 - 10.2026Read More
Yard Maintenance Make Ready
ROMCO
07.2021 - 08.2023Read More
Warehouse Specialist
SAWTST
07.2020 - 07.2021Read More
Servicer
VSE Corporation
07.2019 - 07.2020Read More
Volunteer Firefighter
Southwest Bell County VFD
12.2018 - CurrentRead More
Supply And Service Technician
Aerotek
12.2016 - 05.2019Read More
Firefighter/EMT-B
Harker Heights Fire Department
07.2015 - 06.2016Read More
Firefighter/EMT-B
Copperas Cove Fire Department
07.2014 - 07.2015Read More
Volunteer Firefighter
Southwest Bell County VFD
01.2010 - 12.2014Read More
Ellison High School
High School Diploma
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Central Texas College, West Central Texas Expressway
No Degree from General Studies
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