Matthew Hodges
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Resourceful professional in maintenance and repair, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance. Excel at time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless operations and workplace safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Mp Materials
San Bernardino, California
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained mineral processing equipment across rare earth production lines at MP Materials.
- Inspected facility systems for leaks, wear, damage, and unsafe operating conditions.
- Repaired equipment using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic testing equipment.
- Coordinated with operators and supervisors to schedule downtime and prioritize work orders.
- Supported safety procedures through lockout/tagout, PPE use, and hazard awareness.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
Ironworker/Welder
Hunt steel
Las Vegas, Nevada
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Installed structural steel members for Hunt Steel construction projects.
- Rigged beams and columns using cables, slings, and hoists.
- Bolted steel connections following blueprints and site specifications.
- Aligned steel components with levels, plumb lines, and measuring tools.
- Inspected fall protection gear and followed jobsite safety rules.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
Education
Weld Certificate - Welding
NateOvation Institute of Safety And Welding
Las Vegas, NV 11.2020 - 11.2021
Shadow Ridge High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Equipment inspection
- Safety compliance
- Blueprint reading
- Welding fabrication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team communication
- Time management
- Pipe welding
- Pipe fitting
Certification
- 6G Pipe Certification
- ISCO HFE Certification
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Mp Materials
12.2023 - Current
Ironworker/Welder
Hunt steel
06.2021 - 10.2023
Weld Certificate - Welding
NateOvation Institute of Safety And Welding
11.2020 - 11.2021
Shadow Ridge High School