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Matthew Deleon

Mason City,IA

Summary

Knowledgeable Serviceman with background in providing reliable and efficient service. Proven ability in solving complex problems and maintaining high standards of operational readiness. Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills through successful project completion and customer satisfaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Serviceman

Heidelberg Materials
07.2025 - Current
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment and machinery.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Operate various tools and equipment efficiently.
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed.
  • Perform general labor duties, including shoveling, sweeping, and housekeeping in and around the plant.
  • Operate equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, loaders, guzzler trucks, water trucks, or other machinery as assigned
  • Monitor and maintain flow in production areas to ensure smooth operations.
  • Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
  • Participate in safety meetings, training, and audits.
  • Perform additional tasks as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and environmentally compliance operations

Conductor/Assistant Engineer

Canadian Pacific
07.2021 - 07.2025

Conductor

  • Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
  • Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
  • Made public announcements on routes and delays.
  • Ensures compliance with safety protocols, signals, and train orders.
  • Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
  • Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
  • Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
  • Inspected locomotives and rail cars for necessary maintenance before, during and after long routes and for regular maintenance requirements.
  • Directs train movements and oversees switching, coupling , and uncoupling of cars.
  • Inspects equipment, loads, and cargo documentation.
  • Maintains logs, reports, and records of train operations.

Assistant Engineer

  • Assist in operating locomotive controls under engineer supervision.
  • Learns proper handling of trains, including braking, throttle use, and speed control.
  • Conducts pre-trip inspections and verifies mechanical readiness of locomotives.
  • Monitors gauges, signals, and communications equipment during train movement.
  • Responds to operational and emergency situations according to procedures.
  • Reviews and applies FRA and company rules, signals, and safety standards.
  • Keeps accurate logs and assist with reporting requirements.

Machine Operator/ Forklift Material Handler

Masonite
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency

Injection Molding Technician

North American Lighting
09.2015 - 10.2020
  • *Ensures injection molding machines and connected automated systems are set to regulation parameters, quality standards, and meet all production goals .
  • *Set-up machines, read blueprints, and measure product with calipers.
  • *Design, form, clean, smooth, and position molds and cores.
  • *Troubleshoot molding machines and equipment.
  • *Keep inventory level on spare parts and materials Performs daily routine maintenance on machines. Performs small mold repair jobs, such as repair of hoses (air and water) and feed lines. Helps with and/or performs set up and cycle of molds.
  • *Paulson Training for Molding Technicians (Online College Courses).

11B/Infantry Team Leader

United States Army
01.2010 - 08.2015

Team Leader | U.S. Army Infantry (11B)

  • Directed daily operations for a 4-person team, ensuring mission readiness, efficiency, and adherence to strict safety protocols.
  • Managed and maintained equipment valued at over $80,000 guaranteeing operational reliability with zero loss or downtime.
  • Planned and coordinated complex tasks and projects, aligning personnel and resources to meet demanding deadlines.
  • Implemented safety and risk management procedures, reducing hazards and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Trained and developed team members, improving technical skills, performance, and overall reliability of operations.
  • Monitored performance and provided real-time reporting to higher leadership, supporting strategic decision-making.
  • Recognized for leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability in high-pressure, mission-critical environments.

Education

No Degree - Programming Logic Controls

North Iowa Community College
Mason City, IA
08-2024

No Degree - Train Conductor License/ Assistant Engineer

Canadian Pacific
St. Paul Minnesota

No Degree - Leadership And Operation Training

United States Army Infantry School
Fort Benning, GA
07-2011

Undergraduate - Computer Info Systems

Northwest Shoals Community College
Muscle Shoals, AL

High School Diploma -

Wilson High School
Florence, Alabama
06-2007

Skills

  • Data management
  • Radio Communication
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Physically fit for job
  • Equipment maintenance
  • MSHA Certified 30 Hrs
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Power tool operation
  • Safety Awareness
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • First aid training
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Installation and repair
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Hand tool expertise
  • Software configuration
  • Quality control
  • Incident reporting
  • System upgrades
  • Quality assurance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • System installation

Timeline

Serviceman

Heidelberg Materials
07.2025 - Current

Conductor/Assistant Engineer

Canadian Pacific
07.2021 - 07.2025

Machine Operator/ Forklift Material Handler

Masonite
10.2020 - 06.2021

Injection Molding Technician

North American Lighting
09.2015 - 10.2020

11B/Infantry Team Leader

United States Army
01.2010 - 08.2015

No Degree - Programming Logic Controls

North Iowa Community College

No Degree - Train Conductor License/ Assistant Engineer

Canadian Pacific

No Degree - Leadership And Operation Training

United States Army Infantry School

Undergraduate - Computer Info Systems

Northwest Shoals Community College

High School Diploma -

Wilson High School