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Matthew Sparks

Clovis

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in welding and security, honed at Baltimore Aircoil Company. Proven ability to ensure safety and efficiency, leveraging expertise in MIG welding and exceptional customer service skills. Recognized for maintaining high standards and achieving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tire Delivery Driver and Warehouse Worker

Tire Wheel Masters Wholesale
02.2024 - 11.2024
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.

Welder

Baltimore Aircoil Company
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.

Welder

Excelsior Construction
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.

Pest Control Technician

Val-Chem Pest Control
12.2019 - 10.2020
  • Applied pesticides to inside and outside of structures utilizing company protocols.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism, maintaining a clean appearance and courteous demeanor while interacting with clients.
  • Educated and advised customers on preventive measures to reduce pest infestations.
  • Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations, and isolate sources.
  • Drove to customer residences and places of business to inspect for pests.

Armed Security Officer

E&J Gallo Winery-Louis M. Martini Winery
03.2016 - 03.2018
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
  • Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
  • Enforced company policies and procedures consistently across various sites while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Performed routine inspections of security equipment, identifying maintenance needs to prevent system failures.

Security Officer

Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
02.2013 - 06.2014
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.

Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember

U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2006 - 09.2010
  • Reduced miscommunication errors by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintaining clear communication with fellow crewmembers.
  • Facilitated timely decision-making by providing accurate information on enemy positions, distances, and terrain features.
  • Executed rapid response actions during time-sensitive situations to achieve mission objectives under high-pressure conditions.
  • Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes.
  • Operated self-propelled howitzers and ammunition trucks safely.
  • Deployed and maintained rifles, machine guns, grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.
  • Supported infantry and tank units with howitzer cannons during combat and played crucial roles in battlefield success.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Fresno, CA

Welding Certification - Welding

Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA
02-2022

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Customer service
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Welding equipment
  • Welding and cutting operations
  • Stick welding experience
  • Welding safety
  • MIG welding proficiency
  • Report writing
  • General security
  • CCTV surveillance

Certification

  • Welding Certification Training - I took two 2 years of welding classes while in High School and got my Welding certification from the Institute of Technology in Clovis, CA, in 2022.
  • I have held my CA Guard Card and Armed Guard Card in the Past
  • I graduated from the CA P.O.S.T. Police Academy in Fresno, CA, in 2015
  • I held my Pest Control Applicator License in the past


Languages

English

Timeline

Tire Delivery Driver and Warehouse Worker

Tire Wheel Masters Wholesale
02.2024 - 11.2024

Welder

Baltimore Aircoil Company
10.2022 - 12.2023

Welder

Excelsior Construction
02.2022 - 08.2022

Pest Control Technician

Val-Chem Pest Control
12.2019 - 10.2020

Armed Security Officer

E&J Gallo Winery-Louis M. Martini Winery
03.2016 - 03.2018

Security Officer

Community Regional Medical Center Of Fresno
02.2013 - 06.2014

Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember

U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2006 - 09.2010

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

Welding Certification - Welding

Institute of Technology

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