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Matthew Joy

Chino Valley,AZ

Summary

Equipment plant operator at Drake Cement with proven reliability, safety-first work habits, and experience identifying and reporting equipment faults in a fast-paced industrial environment. Comfortable working around electrical systems, motors, conveyors, and heavy equipment while supporting maintenance troubleshooting efforts. Currently pursuing Automation/Industrial Technology training and motivated to grow into an industrial electrician position.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Loader Operator/ Plant Utility Opertator

Drake Cement
Paulden, AZ
07.2023 - Current

• Operate front-end loader to feed hoppers and support continuous plant production.

• Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and report issues early to prevent downtime.

• Work safely around active industrial equipment including conveyors, belts, motors, and moving machinery.

• Support production flow by moving and staging materials efficiently and safely.

• Coordinate with plant personnel to keep operations stable and reduce delays.

• Maintain clean work areas and follow site safety policies at all times.

• Work daily around industrial equipment powered by electrical systems.

• Identify abnormal sounds, vibration, jams, overload conditions, and stoppages and communicate quickly so maintenance can respond.

Utility Locator

USIC Locating Services
Chino Valley, AZ
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Located and marked underground utilities for 811 requests.

• Read maps and site plans to prevent utility strikes and ensure safe excavation.

• Used locating equipment and performed accurate field documentation.

• Communicated with contractors/homeowners to explain markings and safety requirements.

Forklift Operator/Yard Driver

USF Reddaway
Fontana, CA
04.2019 - 06.2022

• Loaded/unloaded freight using forklift while maintaining safe load balance.

• Moved trailers across yard and staged equipment for dock operations.

• Completed daily equipment checks and supported shipping efficiency.

Utility Locator

UtiliQuest LLC
Hesperia, CA
06.2020 - 05.2022

• Marked underground utilities and verified location accuracy using maps/prints.

• Maintained detailed daily documentation and job records.

• Followed strict safety procedures while working in active traffic and job sites.

Education

No Degree - Industrial Automation

Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ
03-2027

High School Diploma -

Hesperia Adult School
Hesperia, CA
05-2020

Skills

    Safety compliance

    Lockout/Tagout/Try out (LOTOTO) awareness

    Job hazard awareness

    PPE and safe work practices

    Housekeeping

    Equipment troubleshooting

    Reporting abnormal conditions

    Basic mechanical troubleshooting

    Preventive maintenance support

    Communicating issues to maintenance

    Shift handoff communication

    Team coordination

    Strong attendance / reliability

Timeline

Loader Operator/ Plant Utility Opertator

Drake Cement
07.2023 - Current

Utility Locator

USIC Locating Services
07.2022 - 07.2023

Utility Locator

UtiliQuest LLC
06.2020 - 05.2022

Forklift Operator/Yard Driver

USF Reddaway
04.2019 - 06.2022

No Degree - Industrial Automation

Yavapai College

High School Diploma -

Hesperia Adult School