Matthew Sorak
Richmond,TX
Summary
Talented Mechanic with 9 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair. Diagnoses and troubleshoots issues to complete timely repairs. Current fulltime student since 2023 working towards a degree in mechanical engineering. Experienced around firearms and ammunition and the needed safety that comes with that environment. Motivated team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision to get work accomplished quickly, safely, and to a high quality.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate, RSO, Instructor
G2G Family Gun Range
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Maintained and inspected rental firearms to assure safety of customers.
- Checked in customers, processed payments, received and cataloged firearms, completed firearms transfers including 4473 paperwork and nics checks.
- Assisted new shooters with classroom and live fire training.
- Hosted private lessons for new and experienced shooters to improve their skills.
- Monitored gun range firing line for safety violations as RSO, ensuring the safety of everyone.
- Maintained motorized target system and range ventilation system.
- General range, lobby, and classroom maintenance and cleaning.
Construction Mechanic (E-5)
U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2012 - 05.2021
- Repaired and maintained automotive, material handling and construction equipment such as bulldozers, tractor trailers, backhoes and generators.
- Used gauges, meters and other tools to monitor systems and components.
- Tracked maintenance activities and maintained detailed records for over 88 pieces of equipment.
- Procured and organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Operated equipment such as fork lifts and fuel trucks to meet challenging daily demands.
- Signaled equipment operators to complete proper movements and adjustments.
- Closely monitored coworkers, field tasks and shop areas to minimize safety accidents and ensure maximize productivity.
- Supervised and directed 12 shop mechanics, assigning tasks and ensuring thorough work completion.
- Conducted over 1,000 hours of on-the-job training with an emphasis on proper maintenance procedure, troubleshooting and corrective action.
- Contributed to team results in fast-paced operational environments.
Automotive Service Technician
Jimmy's Garage
09.2007 - 10.2012
- Assisted in rebuilding, replacing and repairing vehicle parts such as engines, brakes, transmission lines and electrical assemblies.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledgebase.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
- Completed routine maintenance such as fluid changes, tire rotations and inspections to 25-35 vehicles per week.
- Conducted road tests on 2-5 vehicles per day to verify safe operating order of vehicle.
- Advised customers on general vehicle condition, work performed and suggested future repairs.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lone Star College System
Spring, TX06.2025
General Education Development Diploma -
Department of Education
Connecticut03.2009
Skills
- Maintenance & repair
- Diagnostics & troubleshooting
- Hand and power tool operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Forklift trained
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Cost controls understanding
- Firearms handling and safety
- Safety & compliance
- Training & development
- Supervision
- Excellent work ethic
Certification
- Equipment Inspector - Naval Construction Regiment 31, Port Hueneme, CA 01/2019
- Advanced Construction Mechanic - Construction Training Center, Port Hueneme, CA 7/2018
- Construction Mechanic Apprentice - Construction Training Center, Port Hueneme, CA 04/2013
- Plumbing Certification - Industrial Management & Training Institute, Waterbury, CT 09/2011
- NRA Range safety officer qualified, current
Additional Information
Available upon request
Timeline
Sales Associate, RSO, Instructor
G2G Family Gun Range
01.2023 - 01.2024
Construction Mechanic (E-5)
U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2012 - 05.2021
Automotive Service Technician
Jimmy's Garage
09.2007 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Lone Star College System
General Education Development Diploma -
Department of Education
- Equipment Inspector - Naval Construction Regiment 31, Port Hueneme, CA 01/2019
- Advanced Construction Mechanic - Construction Training Center, Port Hueneme, CA 7/2018
- Construction Mechanic Apprentice - Construction Training Center, Port Hueneme, CA 04/2013
- Plumbing Certification - Industrial Management & Training Institute, Waterbury, CT 09/2011
- NRA Range safety officer qualified, current
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