Matthew Caporale
Concord,NH
Summary
Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation and maintenance. Knowledgeable Avionics Technician well-versed in reading and interpreting drawings, schematics and blueprints. Brings nine years of related experience, including strong knowledge of Guidance and Control Technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Maintenance Supervisor
New Hampshire Department Of Corrections
07.2023 - Current
- Enforced safety protocols and guidelines for staff and resident workers.
- Scheduled and prioritized tasks to resident workers, overseeing work completion.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
- Conducted regular audits of tools and inventory in resident work areas as well as public works areas.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to maintenance emergencies and maintain situational awareness.
- Performed basic diagnosis, purchasing, and installation of components to improve and maintain the steam lines currently installed.
- Adjusted valves and controls to set specified water level and steam pressure of boiler.
- Used chemical testing kits and oxygen scavengers to test and treat boiler feed water.
- Verified appropriate degree of water softness by maintaining chemical treatment programs and regulating steam flow.
- Effectively thread, cut and bore pipe using a pipe threader.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Assisted with repairs to steam and drainage lines.
- Assisted in basic diagnosis and maintenance of several natural gas appliances such as; residential boilers, grills, and industrial boilers such as Cleaver Brooks.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Guidance And Control Journeyman
Pease Air National Guard Base
06.2015 - Current
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover any malfunctions.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas and other pieces.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Completed preventative and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Assisted airmen with existing training programs.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Quality Inspector
Wilcox Industries
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Identified defects during cyclical checks.
- Presented clear, organized data in graphs, charts, tables and written reports.
- Inspected KMA and RAPTAR-S systems with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- Performed various tasks involving simulated weapon shock to test units' durability.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
AMXS Support Flight (Composite Tool Kit Custodian)
Pease Air National Guard Base
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained instruments and tools to help team complete maintenance tasks quickly and with accurate outcomes.
- Facilitated preventive maintenance on equipment in line with company standards.
- Received incoming shipments of tools and equipment from trucks.
- Unpacked, inspected and stored new tools according to crib plans.
- Kept inventory of hand tools and gauges calibrated for use.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.
- Verified computer inventory against physical inventory and resolved discrepancies.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
Assembly Technician
Bae Systems Inc.
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Produced 50 quality units on average during slow production and max of 75 during peak production.
- Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
- Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Put hazardous materials in properly marked containers to avoid injuries or contamination.
- Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing all tools in preparation for next shift.
- Learned Multiple work cells such as; Tactical Programming, Paint Touch-up, and installing water tight seals.
Hot Solder Robot Operator
Micross Components Inc.
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Utilized work order and diagrams to identify and apply job requirements and quality standards to effective production planning.
- Complied with OSHA regulations and company safety standards to promote worksite safety, protect team members and prevent equipment damage.
- Verified quality of finished products against company standards, determined grades and identified defective items.
- Read blueprints, work orders and production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.
- Pulled non-conforming materials from production queue and reported to supervisor for single or production-wide corrections.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Apprentice Glazier
Portland Glass
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Affixed glass doors to frames and bolted metal hinges, handles, locks and other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.
- Loaded and arranged glass and mirrors onto delivery trucks using suction cups to secure materials during crane transfer.
- Selected color, type and thickness of glass and material for moldings according to project specifications and structural requirements.
- Prepped glass for cutting by applying oil to cutting lines, smoothing cut edges through polishing and grinding.
- Carefully and accurately measured and marked outlines and patterns on glass to indicate cutting lines.
Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Allenstown Wastewater Treatment Facility
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Demonstrated capability for wet chemistry techniques by meeting quality control requirements, laboratory SOP and client specifications.
- Trained laboratory and operations personnel in public water system maintenance, analytical procedures and data reporting.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Maintained public water systems using hand tools to repair and adjust equipment and machines.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals as needed.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts and slakers regularly.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Granite State College
Concord, NH12.2024
Certificate of Completion - Gas Fitting
Granite State Trade School
Raymond, NH03.2024
Certificate of Completion - Correctional Line Staff Academy
New Hampshire Police Standards
Concord, NH10.2023
Certificate of Completion - Guidance And Control Technologies For Avionics
Sheppard Air Force Base
Whichita Falls, TX05.2017
High School Diploma -
Pembroke Academy
Pembroke, NH06.2015
Skills
- Hazardous Chemical Handling
- Excellent Manual Dexterity
- Circuit wiring
- Operational Data Management
- Water Treatment
- Calibrating instruments
- Document Quality
- Facility Inspections
- Task Prioritization
Certification
- Grade II Wastewater Operator License - 2017-2019
- Correctional Line Staff Academy Certificate - October 2023
- Gas Piping Installer Certificate - October 2023
Hobbies
- 3-D Printing
-Trouble shoot print plate issues
-Create small parts and tools needed at home
-Learning how to use Fusion 360, a software similar to Autocad
-Learning how to use a laser etcher and applicable software to create custom designs while maintaining integrity of material etched
- Automotive
-Maintaining and upgrading my project car; 2007 Mini Cooper Sidewalk Edition
-Maintaining and getting the most out of my families' daily drivers
- Computers and Electronics
-Disassembling computers and various electronics to understand how they work
-If they do not work understand why and conduct repairs if possible
Timeline
Building Maintenance Supervisor
New Hampshire Department Of Corrections
07.2023 - Current
Quality Inspector
Wilcox Industries
03.2022 - 07.2023
AMXS Support Flight (Composite Tool Kit Custodian)
Pease Air National Guard Base
07.2021 - 03.2022
Assembly Technician
Bae Systems Inc.
07.2020 - 07.2021
Hot Solder Robot Operator
Micross Components Inc.
03.2020 - 06.2020
Apprentice Glazier
Portland Glass
07.2019 - 12.2019
Guidance And Control Journeyman
Pease Air National Guard Base
06.2015 - Current
Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Allenstown Wastewater Treatment Facility
06.2015 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Granite State College
Certificate of Completion - Gas Fitting
Granite State Trade School
Certificate of Completion - Correctional Line Staff Academy
New Hampshire Police Standards
Certificate of Completion - Guidance And Control Technologies For Avionics
Sheppard Air Force Base
High School Diploma -
Pembroke Academy