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Matthew Goodspeed

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Dependable and safety-focused skilled tradesman with extensive experience in mechanical systems, electrical and pneumatic instrumentation, heavy equipment operation, and industrial maintenance. Proven ability to work efficiently in high-demand environments, including municipal infrastructure, hospitality, military aviation, and warehouse operations. Strong attention to detail, commitment to safety, and adaptability to evolving technical systems.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Class Stationary Engineer

Marriott Hotel
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • - Operated, maintained, and repaired building systems including boilers, chillers, HVAC, and water pumps.
  • - Conducted inspections, preventive maintenance, and real-time troubleshooting of critical infrastructure.
  • - Monitored energy management systems and maintained detailed operational logs.
  • - Ensured compliance with all safety and regulatory codes in a high-occupancy commercial environment

Electrical and Pneumatic Instrument Technician

Buffalo City Sewer Authority
10.2020 - 08.2024
  • - Installed, maintained, and calibrated electrical and pneumatic instruments across wastewater treatment systems.
  • - Worked with PLCs, SCADA, and control systems to ensure optimal plant performance.
  • - Diagnosed and repaired sensors, flow meters, and control valves while interpreting technical schematics.
  • - Maintained compliance with municipal safety and environmental regulations.

Laborer

Colgate Industries
05.2010 - 04.2012
  • - Assisted with major boiler replacements at the Roycroft Building and Broadway Barns.
  • - Used sandblasters, drill presses, hand grinders, and power washers to manufacture and clean components.
  • - Cut and threaded various sizes of pipe and fabricated parts to precise project specifications.
  • - Maintained fleet vehicles and upheld strict safety standards on all job sites.

Warehouse Worker

Consumers Beverages
04.2012 - 04.2014
  • - Assembled and staged pallets using electronic and manual pallet jacks for shipment to retail locations.
  • - Accurately picked and organized products based on order specifications.
  • - Maintained productivity and safety standards in a fast-paced warehouse environment.


94R - Avionic and Survivability Equipment Repairer

U.S. Army
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • - Maintained and repaired advanced avionics systems and survivability equipment on Army aircraft.
  • - Diagnosed malfunctions using technical manuals and diagnostic equipment.
  • - Collaborated with aviation maintenance teams to ensure mission readiness and safety compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop Timon St. Jude High School
Buffalo, New York
05-2010

No Degree - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigerat

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
05-2026

No Degree - General Studies

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
12-2025

Skills

  • - Boiler & Chiller Operations
  • - Electrical & Pneumatic Systems
  • - PLCs & SCADA Systems
  • - Pipe Fitting & Fabrication
  • - Power Tools & Heavy Equipment
  • - Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
  • - Safety Compliance (OSHA Standards)
  • - Inventory & Pallet Management
  • - Technical Schematics & Wiring Diagrams

Certification

  • - First Class Stationary Engineer License (if applicable)
  • - OSHA 10/30 Certification (if applicable)
  • - Electrical or Instrumentation Certifications (if applicable)
  • - Forklift/Pallet Jack Operation Certification (if applicable)

Timeline

First Class Stationary Engineer

Marriott Hotel
08.2024 - 03.2025

Electrical and Pneumatic Instrument Technician

Buffalo City Sewer Authority
10.2020 - 08.2024

94R - Avionic and Survivability Equipment Repairer

U.S. Army
04.2014 - 05.2017

Warehouse Worker

Consumers Beverages
04.2012 - 04.2014

Laborer

Colgate Industries
05.2010 - 04.2012

High School Diploma -

Bishop Timon St. Jude High School

No Degree - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigerat

Erie Community College

No Degree - General Studies

Erie Community College