Matthew Keeton
Heber Springs
Summary
Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Grounded in working extremely well in high-pressure situations under time constraints and dedicated to protecting the public.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
City of Heber Springs
Heber Springs
10.2023 - Current
- Responded promptly to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergencies.
- Conducted training drills to strengthen team skills and preparedness.
- Led community outreach programs to educate residents on fire prevention techniques.
Fabrication Welder
Dark Threat Fabrication
Heber Springs
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Monitored cut lengths for compliance with specifications, ensuring precision in fabrications.
- Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Inspected and cleaned parts and assemblies throughout production stages, documenting defects to maintain quality standards.
- Set up and operated CNC Press Break for accurate metal forming.
- Set up powder coating booth and furnace
Framer
Stone Custom Homes
Heber Springs
05.2017 - 06.2021
- Framed 6 homes over 4 years, contributing to timely project completion.
- Performed trim work on 4 interiors and 3 exteriors, enhancing overall home aesthetics.
- Accurately interpreted and read blueprints and relayed the measurements to carpentry team
- Measured materials precisely before project tasks, minimizing waste and optimizing resource use.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Laid concrete, built batter boards, used excavators and placed reinforced steel accurately for over civil infrastructure projects.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Beebe, AR05.2021
High School Diploma -
West Side High School
Greers Ferry, AR05.2020
Skills
- Community outreach
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Attention to detail
- Time management abilities
Affiliations
Volunteer in the Youth at my Church
Timeline
Firefighter
City of Heber Springs
10.2023 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Dark Threat Fabrication
06.2021 - 10.2023
Framer
Stone Custom Homes
05.2017 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Arkansas State University - Beebe
High School Diploma -
West Side High School