Matthew Copeland
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Painter, Maintenance
Sign Resource
Caryville, Tennessee
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping, and cleaning.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment effectively.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate paints and finishes for various surfaces.
- Responded promptly to facility maintenance requests from staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
Lead Maintenance
Southern LLC
City of La Follette, Tennessee
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Assisted in framing and drywall installation for residential buildings.
- Maintained clean job sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
- Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
Lead Extrusion Operator
Dura-Line
Clinton, Tennessee
03.2017 - 09.2023
- Operated extrusion machinery to produce plastic products efficiently.
- Monitored production lines for quality and consistency during operations.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols consistently.
- Set dials and controls on machine to create products of correct size, shape, and thickness.
Tire Builder
Carlstar Group
Clinton, Tennessee
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Operated tire building machinery to assemble tire components efficiently.
- Inspected finished tires for quality control and compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new employees on proper tire building techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintenance staff promptly.
- Assisted in troubleshooting production problems to minimize downtime effectively.
Service and equipment mechanic
Company Wrench
Knoxville, Tennessee
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery to extend equipment lifespan.
Laborer
JB Constuction
City of La Follette, Tennessee
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
- Assisted in the assembly and installation of structures and frameworks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring proper handling techniques were used.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campbell County High School
City Of La Follette, TN05-2015
ASE Certified
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Caryville, TN05-2015
Skills
- Quality control
- Facility maintenance
- Collaborative planning
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Preventive maintenance
- Machinery installation
- Effective communication
- Parts ordering
- Extrusion operation
- Forklift operations
- Mechanical inspection
Certification
ASE Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Painter, Maintenance
Sign Resource
07.2024 - Current
Lead Maintenance
Southern LLC
01.2023 - Current
Lead Extrusion Operator
Dura-Line
03.2017 - 09.2023
Tire Builder
Carlstar Group
01.2016 - 01.2017
Service and equipment mechanic
Company Wrench
06.2015 - 12.2016
Laborer
JB Constuction
01.2015 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Campbell County High School
ASE Certified
Tennessee College of Applied Technology