Matthew Wheat
Waverly
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician with background in performing routine and preventative maintenance tasks. Demonstrates strong troubleshooting abilities, adept at diagnosing faults and conducting repairs in a timely manner. Proven ability to improve efficiency through effective equipment upgrades and modifications. Known for improving safety standards and adhering to all regulations and guidelines during repair and maintenance processes.
Professional welder with commitment to precision and quality in all projects. Skilled in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, and arc welding, ensuring durability and reliability of finished products. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting project requirements and deadlines.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
ADM Milling Ltd
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, quickly restoring equipment functionality.
- Maintained accurate logs of maintenance activities and repairs for auditing purposes.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes and enhance productivity standards.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Welder/Fabricator, Industrial Maintenance
MaxSteel Fabrication, LLC.
01.2018
- Complete fabrication of cyclones, hoppers, tractor-trailer rear ends, powder coating, and more.
Internet/Fiber Installation, Welding, Tower Construction/Climbing
Fast Forward Broadband
06.2017
Connecting, Rigging, Punch-List, Welding
Iron-Workers' Union, Local 492
10.2011
Maintenance Technician 2, Electrician 1
ADM Milling Company
02.2020 - 06.2022
Climbing/Inspecting Cell Phone Towers
JAG Resources
- 05.2017
Construction, Rod-Busting, Forming Concrete (OxyChem)
Yates Construction
- 10.2011
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FLBachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
Art Institute of Tennessee
Nashville, TNSkills
- Knowledge of all Welding Processes (TIG, MIG, stick, plasma torch, oxy-acetylene torch)
- In-Field Fabrication
- Comfortable with Heights
- Tow Motor/Forklift Operation
- Competent Rigger
- Flagging and Signaling
- Knowledge/Use of Pneumatic/Hydraulic/Hand Tools
- Experience with Belt and Chain Drive Assemblies
- Shop Machinery (incl shears, press brakes, ironworker, sheet rollers)
- General Electrical Work
- Time-Efficiency
- Hard-working
- Quick Learner, Adaptable
- Safety-Oriented, OSHA30 training/certification
- Able to Work in Confined Spaces, Dusty/Dirty Environments, Hot/Cold Weather
- Attention to detail
- Blueprint reading
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Critical thinking
Priorworkexperience
- ADM Milling Company, Jackson, TN, Maintenance Technician 2, Electrician 1, 02/01/20, Present
- MaxSteel Fabrication, LLC., Camden, TN, Welder/Fabricator, Industrial Maintenance, 01/01/18, 02/01/20
- Fast Forward Broadband, Waverly, TN, Internet/Fiber Installation, Welding, Tower Construction/Climbing, 06/01/17, 01/01/18
- JAG Resources, Eagleville, TN, Climbing/Inspecting Cell Phone Towers, 02/01/17, 05/01/17
- Iron-Workers' Union, Local 492, Madison, TN, Connecting, Rigging, Punch-List, Welding, 10/01/11, 05/01/14
- Yates Construction, FL, Construction, Rod-Busting, Forming Concrete (OxyChem), 08/01/11, 10/01/11
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
ADM Milling Ltd
10.2024 - Current
Maintenance Technician 2, Electrician 1
ADM Milling Company
02.2020 - 06.2022
Welder/Fabricator, Industrial Maintenance
MaxSteel Fabrication, LLC.
01.2018
Internet/Fiber Installation, Welding, Tower Construction/Climbing
Fast Forward Broadband
06.2017
Connecting, Rigging, Punch-List, Welding
Iron-Workers' Union, Local 492
10.2011
Climbing/Inspecting Cell Phone Towers
JAG Resources
- 05.2017
Construction, Rod-Busting, Forming Concrete (OxyChem)
Yates Construction
- 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
Art Institute of Tennessee