MATTHEW GONZAGA

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925-***-**** hm. 925-***-**** cell

acruan@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To find a job where my skills and training will be an asset to my employer and further advance my knowledge and ability in the field.

EDUCATION

Wyotech West Sacramento, CA 04-2009 to 08-2010

Collision and Refinishing Program

Street rod, Metal fabrication and custom paint

I-CAR certified Steel GMA (MIG)welding, eligible for 40+ other I-CAR points Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling Certified

3.0 overall GPA

Diploma

Diablo Valley College Concord, CA 06-2000 to 09-2001 Pipefitter / Welders apprenticeship

First aid/ CPR, hazmat certified, SCBA,

Rigging and securing loads for crane

Welding Fundamentals and techniques

Los Medanos College Pittsburg, CA 09-1997 to 03-1999 Automotive Diagnostics

Suspension and Braking technology

Live Oak High School Antioch, CA 09-1994 to 06-1997 High School Diploma

Beginning Automotive technology

Yearbook production, photographer, co- editor

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

J&J Answering Service Antioch, CA 03-2014 to Current Operator-Dispatcher

Security alarm dispatching, coordinating security personnel with police dispatchers Answer calls and relay to proper personnel

Coordinate assets & Dispatch for 3 city municipal water districts and public works departments Filing daily reports and logs

Customer service and scheduling for 40+ businesses Livermore Ford Livermore, CA 02-2007 to 12-2007

Service\ Lube Tech

Minor service work (Brakes belts, hoses, starters, alternators,& tune-up) Lube and Tires

31pt inspection readying vehicles for sale

Lucky 7 Rod and Custom Coach Works Antioch, CA 12-2005 to 01-2007 www.lucky7customs.com

Apprentice Tech

Body filler and prep work

Complete custom electrical system fabrication and restoration Installed custom accessories (shaved door handles, deck lid,) Assisted with sheet metal work

Maher Custom Fabrication Stockton, CA 01-2004 to 12-2005 Apprentice Tech

Body filler and prep work

Masking and cut ins

Teardowns and assembly

Performance modifications ( Engine modifications,

Disc Brake Conversions, Custom suspension upgrades)

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Big-O Tires Pittsburg, CA 07-2003 to 01-2004

Tire/Service Tech

Mount and balance wheel & tires

Assisted Lead Mechanic w/ various tasks (brakes and suspension Teardown & assembly,& wheel alignment)

Machine Brake drums and rotors

Recarbco fuel systems Pittsburg, CA 06-2002 to 07-2003 Customer service/ Sales

Phone and counter sales of all makes models of carburetors Layout and photo manipulation for cover images for 2003 catalog Operated forklift in warehouse

Local 342 Pipefitters Union Concord, CA 07-2000 to 05-2002 Welders apprentice

Operated Grad-all extension boom forklift

Responsible for operating and maintaining jobsite laydown yard for incoming supplies On site logistics of supplies and prefab components Layout, prep, fit, and weld dressing of pipe spools Rigging of heavy loads for crane

Island Collision Tech Oak Harbor, WA 10-1999 to 07-2000 Apprentice tech

Teardowns& assembly

prep work from rough cut to finish sand

Cut-ins and priming

color mix from formula

Antioch Parts Depot Antioch, Ca 01-1997 to 08-1999 Parts Pro / Customer Service

Counter Sales/Cashier

Responsible for ordering and stocking inventory

Performed minor machine work (brake rotors, drums, and surfacing heads)

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