Matthew Pastran
Summary
Upholsterer experienced in building frames, padding parts and refinishing wood. Skilled at auto, marine and RV upholstery. Works with numerous designs and techniques across wide range of project types. Safety-focused at all times.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Upholstery Apprentice
River City Upholstery LLC
Richmond, VA
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by actively participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and company events.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and meeting deadlines.
- Maintained a clean, safe work environment to ensure smooth operations and minimize accidents.
- Applied relevant skills such as measuring accurately and sewing fabric panels together seamlessly for a polished final result.
- Increased workshop efficiency with meticulous organization of tools and supplies.
- Collaborated with senior upholsterers for successful completion of complex projects.
- Built rapport with repeat customers allowing them to trust my expertise in delivering exceptional service consistently.
- Assisted in the selection of high-quality fabrics and materials to meet client expectations and project requirements.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while cutting, sewing, and assembling upholstered furniture pieces.
Ramp Agent
GAT Airline Ground Support
Richmond, VA
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Air ground support agents normal routine is first is marshaling plane in the gate chock the plane so it doesn't move, and prepare to get the bags out, during the bags back on the Carlisle so that people can get their bags ,after that wait for the plane to board and Marshal it back off the ramp.
- Efficiently operated ground service equipment, such as tugs and belt loaders, to facilitate smooth handling of baggage and cargo.
- Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
Sever
Tulsi Indian Cuisine
Richmond, VA
05.2019 - 01.2023
- Server, bus tables, clean the house (restaurant)
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Busser/Dishwasher
Buck heads
Richmond, VA
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional fine dining service and anticipating guests'' needs.
Upholsterer
U-Fab
Richmond, VA
03.2019 - 08.2019
- I worked there as a summer job
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
Education
High school diploma or GED - Illustration
John Randolph high school
Richmond, VA07.2024
Skills
- Illustration
- Customer service
- Hospitality
- Driving
- Serving
- Load & unload
- Communication skills
- Heavy lifting
- Food safety
- Time management
- Dishwashing
- Furniture Repair
- Workshop Organization
- Color Matching
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Upholstery Apprentice
River City Upholstery LLC
01.2023 - 04.2024
Ramp Agent
GAT Airline Ground Support
10.2022 - 11.2023
Busser/Dishwasher
Buck heads
10.2021 - 04.2022
Sever
Tulsi Indian Cuisine
05.2019 - 01.2023
Upholsterer
U-Fab
03.2019 - 08.2019
High school diploma or GED - Illustration
John Randolph high school