Matthew Fish
Tucson,AZ
Summary
I am a driven professional with strong communication and leadership skills, adept at engaging with diverse age groups. I demonstrate versatility and a quick, hands-on learning ability. I consistently strive for excellence and advancement within the organization with which I work. I am hardworking, dedicated, and committed to contributing positively to success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder/Welder Trainer
Van Straaton Bros
Baraga, Michigan
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted thorough quality inspections to ensure adherence to safety and industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and enhance project efficiency.
- Prepared materials for welding by cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces as required.
- Interpreted complex blueprints to determine dimensions and specifications for projects.
- Documented project progress and maintained accurate records for quality assurance.
- I worked one-on-one with new employees and reported directly to the owner on whether they qualified.
- Worked with qualified new employees to train them on various projects, ranging from snowplows to excavator cabins.
Millwright/Sawyer Trainer
Besses Sawmill
Baraga, Michigan
11.2020 - 04.2022
- I learned to operate each machine in the building so I could train new employees.
- Selected employees based on their attitudes to work together in two-man teams effectively.
- Kept track of board-foot production to ensure we met the quota each day.
- Executed equipment troubleshooting to identify and resolve mechanical issues promptly.
- Conducted preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance of machinery and equipment.
- Performed mechanical installations of new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking spare parts and material usage.
Lead Groundskeeper/Bible Study Leader
Mission Bible Training Center
Gaastra, Michigan
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed work crews ranging from 5 to 20 people.
- Ensured that the church and the grounds were clean and manicured.
- Managed weekly teams to keep the three wood-powered boilers running.
- Managed off-site crews working on a variety of tasks, ranging from helping church members move out of state to leading wood-splitting crews.
- Managed work crews to keep the farm operating, which included collecting eggs, feeding the hogs, and moving sheep from pasture.
- I taught weekly lessons from the Bible and traveled to local churches to speak about my story.
Owner/Manager, Sales and Customer Support
Blowfish Vapor LLC
Marshfield, Wisconsin
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Oversaw budgeting and handled all of the accounting.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity, and boost revenue.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated with vendors to get the best products for the lowest prices.
- Created the business model and did every aspect of startup on my own.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ09-2026
Pre-Law Minor - Law
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ09-2026
High School Diploma -
Stratford Highschool
Stratford05-2015
Skills
- Effective communication
- Research skills
- Content creation
- Social media marketing
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Biblical knowledge
- Extensive historical knowledge
- Employee management
Certification
Certified Welder
Accomplishments
Deans List Student at the University of Arizona
Languages
Latin
Limited
Timeline
Welder/Welder Trainer
Van Straaton Bros
07.2022 - 03.2024
Millwright/Sawyer Trainer
Besses Sawmill
11.2020 - 04.2022
Lead Groundskeeper/Bible Study Leader
Mission Bible Training Center
07.2018 - 02.2019
Owner/Manager, Sales and Customer Support
Blowfish Vapor LLC
08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Arizona
Pre-Law Minor - Law
University of Arizona
High School Diploma -
Stratford Highschool