Matthew Sheffield
Huntingdon,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional specializing in mechanical troubleshooting and vehicle maintenance. Demonstrated success in scheduling pickups and deliveries while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and effective communication. Strong work ethic and adaptability contribute to team success and organizational objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lowboy Operator & Shop Mechanic
Wagner Brothers Trans
Tyrone, Pennsylvania
08.2021 - Current
- Operated lowboy trailers to transport heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
- Coordinated permitted routes through various state and local authorities.
- Scheduled pickup and delivery appointments between landowners, contractors, and crane companies.
- Completed vehicle recoveries and private tows in partnership with businesses and police departments.
- Maintained accurate records of expenses and receipts for financial tracking.
- Loaded equipment under all weather conditions while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and services performed on each vehicle.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components, including electrical systems and hydraulics.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed on each vehicle in the shop database system.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Landstar Ranger
Jacksonville, FL
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Balanced and secured product loads for safe transportation of goods.
- Conducted comprehensive vehicle inspections pre- and post-trip, performing minor repairs as needed.
- Delivered customer orders promptly to residences and businesses within designated time frames.
- Established strong customer relationships through effective interpersonal skills and active listening.
- Executed emergency roadside repairs, including tire changes, bulb replacements, and installation of fuses.
- Maintained accurate vehicle logs and cargo records in compliance with regulations.
- Performed preventive maintenance, checking gauges, readings, and fluid levels while ensuring cleanliness of trucks.
- Monitored driving regulations and safety protocols, achieving an exemplary safe driving record.
Freelance Handyman
Self-employeed
Huntingdon, PA
04.2015 - 07.2016
- Completed various repair tasks including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work.
- Repaired plumbing problems such as leaking pipes, clogged drains and malfunctioning toilets.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Performed underground utility locating and marking of existing utilities such as water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecommunications.
- Repaired breaks in underground conduits by cutting away damaged portions and replacing them with new pipes or couplings.
Backroom Inventory Associate
Walmart
Huntingdon, PA
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Tracked inventory usage, documented discrepancies and maintained overall count.
- Stored items in orderly and accessible manner in warehouse tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
- Unloaded incoming trucks and stocked merchandise in correct storage areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Huntingdon Area Senior High School
Huntingdon, PA06.2012
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Accident prevention strategies
- Logistics coordination
- Customer service
- Delivery scheduling
- Dispatch communication
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Paperwork coordination
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment operation
- Work order interpretation
- Price quoting
- Bill preparation
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Lowboy Operator & Shop Mechanic
Wagner Brothers Trans
08.2021 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Landstar Ranger
03.2019 - 08.2021
Freelance Handyman
Self-employeed
04.2015 - 07.2016
Backroom Inventory Associate
Walmart
09.2012 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Huntingdon Area Senior High School