Matthew Matthews
Milton
Summary
Experienced Senior Technician bringing 7 years of experience in construction materials testing, 3 years FDOT roadway construction inspections. A strive for growing knowledge, building morale, and growth with those around me.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Inspector
DRMP
Pensacola Florida
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Evaluated project specifications and provided detailed reports on findings and recommendations for improvements.
- Collaborated with project managers to address inspection issues and implement corrective actions effectively.
- Mentored junior inspectors, providing training on best practices and safety protocols in field inspections.
Senior Technician
Universal Engineering Sciences
Pensacola, FL
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Concrete testing and monitoring for numerous projects for residential contractors, FDOT, Army Core of Engineers, NAVFAC, and commercial contractors.
- Monitored asphalt placement including coring samples for density and thickness.
- In-situ soil testing: Dynamic Cone Penetrometer, nuclear and sand cone tests for density.
- Conducted Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspections for proper installation and maintenance of BMP’s.
- Assisted drilling operations for geotechnical projects.
Cavalry Scout (19D)
Florida Army National Guard
Pensacola, FL
05.2014 - 05.2020
- Operated targeting and firing systems following superior’s order.
- Maintained wheeled and tracked vehicles used to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment.
- Assisted with transport duties in movement of 10+ vehicles for a unit consisting of 100+ platoon members.
- Aided the State of Florida in relief efforts for four hurricanes.
- Helped state medical personnel for Covid-19 relief testing and efforts.
Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse
Milton, FL
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients cooking and timely service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milton High School
Milton, FL06-2012
Skills
- Troubleshooting and Resolution
- Deviation Correction
- Safety Understanding
- Thinking Critically
- File and Record Maintenance
- Adapting to undesired circumstances on a project
- Data entry
- Samples collection
- Testing procedures
Certification
- Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector, FL Department of Environmental Protection
- ACI Level I, American Concrete Institute
- CTQP FDOT Concrete Level I, Florida Department of Transportation
- CTQP FDOT Earthwork Construction Level I and II, Florida Department of Transportation
- U.S. D.O.T Hazmat: Portable Nuclear Gauges, American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association
- Asphalt Paving Level I and II, Florida Department of Transportation
- Asphalt Plant level I and II, Florida Department of Transportation
- Final Estimates level I.
Timeline
Field Inspector
DRMP
07.2023 - Current
Senior Technician
Universal Engineering Sciences
08.2014 - 06.2023
Cavalry Scout (19D)
Florida Army National Guard
05.2014 - 05.2020
Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse
01.2013 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Milton High School