Matthew Gouger
Cedartown,GA
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Summary
Hardworking mechanic experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Reliable with skills and attention required to complete safe, accurate work. Dependable in following orders and coordinating with team. OSHA-trained and fully compliant with standards.
Trained in mobile heavy equipment repair and maintenance. Understands machinery operations, troubleshooting and diagnostics. Professionally handles issues and restores optimum performance.
Skilled mechanic with background repairing heavy equipment equipment. Knowledgeable about upkeep, parts replacement and proper calibration. Safe with power tools and different types of machines.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Global Contracting Group
Wildwood, FL
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized or manual testing equipment.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
- Adjusted operational settings to ensure proper performance of the machinery.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Inspected machines for safety issues prior to operation by operators or customers.
- Welded broken parts and structural members as required.
- Operated various types of construction equipment in order to determine necessary repairs or modifications needed.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery.
- Fabricated replacement parts when needed with a variety of tools.
- Tested repaired machines for proper operation before returning them to service.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kronospan
Eastaboga, AL
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Saiia Construction
Birmingham, AL
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
Process Associate/Maintenance Technician
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama
Lincoln, AL
06.2014 - 08.2019
- Conducted daily process reviews to identify areas for improvement and increased efficiency.
- Developed process documentation, including procedure manuals, user guides and job aids.
- Assisted in the development of operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer records and maintain accuracy of information.
- Monitored performance metrics to measure process effectiveness and suggest modifications as needed.
- Identified potential risks associated with processes and recommended corrective actions.
- Provided technical support to internal stakeholders on various system issues related to processes.
- Analyzed existing processes to determine areas for automation or streamlining.
- Developed reports summarizing process performance and presented findings at team meetings.
- Coordinated workflow between departments by providing timely updates on project statuses.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new methods of improving process operations.
- Created training materials for staff members regarding changes in process procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to processes in accordance with company guidelines.
- Performed root cause analysis when problems arose during the course of processing activities.
- Tested software applications prior to release into production environment for quality assurance purposes.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations pertaining to processing activities conducted by the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
05.2014
Skills
- Wiring Systems
- Issue Diagnosis
- Welding
- Equipment Dismantling
- Issue Assessments
- Electrical Work
- Repair Work
- Tire Changing
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Machinery Testing
- Safety Processes
- Parts Replacement
- Proper Parts Storage
- Preventive Maintenance
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Machine Operation
- Effective Communication Skills
- Reporting and Documentation
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Engine Repair
- Equipment Operation
- Equipment Monitoring
- Hand and Power Tools
- Test Equipment
I have a caterpillar hydraulics fundamentals certificate
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Global Contracting Group
10.2022 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator - Kronospan
08.2020 - 10.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator - Saiia Construction
08.2019 - 08.2020
Process Associate/Maintenance Technician - Honda Manufacturing of Alabama
06.2014 - 08.2019
Piedmont High School - High School Diploma,
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