MATTHEW CHEESMAN
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
To obtain a Major League Baseball Equipment Manager position where my communication skills, experience and strong work ethic can be utilized, and where I can continue to be a grow myself as well as others around me.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Minor League Equipment Manager
Minnesota Twins
11.2019 - Current
- Lead day to day operations of Spring Training, Extended Spring Training, Florida Complex League, and Instructional League.
- Responsible for all equipment orders for the Minnesota Twins minor league affiliates including AAA, AA, A+, A, FCL, and DSL.
- Provide uniforms for 160 players and 30 on field staff members.
- Design equipment with Twins logos for on field use.
- Upgrade to newer trends to make day to day operations easier for coaches and staff.
- Oversee multiple budgets making sure invoices get coded correctly.
- Shipping equipment to players who have left for their affiliate.
- Oversee and train a staff of employees during Spring Training.
- Work close with coordinators for any orders regarding training tools.
- Laundry and cleaning operations daily.
- Fixing pitching machines.
- Communication with the Director of Player Development for any players that are being signed or released.
Minor League Operations Intern
Minnesota Twins
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Provide support for all Minor League staff and players in Spring Training, Extended Spring Training, Gulf Coast League, and Instructional League.
- Assist Minor League Clubhouse Manager with daily tasks including laundry, Inventory, ordering equipment, maintaining cages and clubhouse.
- Transportation of players to the airport for promotions, staff coming in and out of Fort Myers, as well as doctors appointments.
Operations Manager
Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Responsible for all functions related to running and maintaining the Coca-Cola Park and the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
- Hiring game day staff.
- Player transportation.
- Maintenance on equipment including machines, golf carts, and stadium seats.
- Cleaning and pressure washing.
Operations Intern
Reading Fightin Phils
03.2015 - 09.2015
- Managed “clean team” of 25 employees.
- Hung signs and flags around the stadium.
- Replaced 3,000 seats in the stadium.
- Responsible for making sure giveaways were at the correct location.
- Assisted food and beverage department with inventory.
- Assisted with setup for concerts and other non-baseball events.
- Set up equipment in weight room.
Intern/Manager, Gopher Softball
University of Minnesota Athletic Department
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Scouting reports on opposing pitchers.
- Helped individual players in batting practice.
- Game operations/Field setup.
Intern/Assistant Operations Manager, Gopher Men’s Basketball
University of Minnesota Athletic Department
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Maintained weight room and locker room.
- Player/Coach transportation.
Work Study, Equipment Room
University of Minnesota Athletic Department
10.2013 - 08.2014
- Maintained laundry for eight sports.
- Heat sealed uniforms and equipment.
Education
B.S. - Sport Management
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN12.2014
Skills
- Repair and servicing of equipment
- Inventory supervision
- Microsoft Office
- Budgeting and purchasing
- Communication
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
- 2020 Minnie & Paul Award for outstanding teamwork.
Timeline
Minor League Equipment Manager
Minnesota Twins
11.2019 - Current
Minor League Operations Intern
Minnesota Twins
01.2018 - 11.2018
Operations Manager
Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs
01.2016 - 12.2017
Operations Intern
Reading Fightin Phils
03.2015 - 09.2015
Intern/Assistant Operations Manager, Gopher Men’s Basketball
University of Minnesota Athletic Department
06.2014 - 08.2014
Intern/Manager, Gopher Softball
University of Minnesota Athletic Department
10.2013 - 12.2014
Work Study, Equipment Room
University of Minnesota Athletic Department
10.2013 - 08.2014
B.S. - Sport Management
University of Minnesota