Kevin O. Matta — Shigematsu Tech (Sole Proprietor)

💻 Technology & Software

2024 — present

Founder

重松テック — 個人事業主 / Shigematsu Tech (Sole Proprietor) 🇯🇵 Tosu, Saga

Building DispatchOS — AI dispatch SaaS for Japanese logistics companies
Developing CastWise Japan, NihongoQuest, Boat Time Attack, AutoWatch, Memoria
React, Firebase, Expo, Claude API, Stripe — full-stack solo development

2004 — present

Self-employed — Multimedia & Web

🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

Mural creation and educational illustrations
Film, multimedia presentation production and editing
Logo design, web development, Blender 3D

2012 — 2013

Production Assistant

Kinetic Illusions 🇺🇸 Sacramento, CA

Cinematography equipment operation
Filming, editing and production of movies and multimedia presentations
Website development

2005 — 2007

Computer Center Admin & Marine Exhibit Asst. Manager

Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust 🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

Set up and maintained computer network for public internet resource room
Saltwater aquarium maintenance and species collection
Museum guided tours on history and attractions of Vieques

🚛 Logistics & Transport

2023 — present

Truck Driver — Container & Hazmat Transport

筑後運送 (Chikugo Unso) 🇯🇵 Northern Kyushu

JR container pickup from rail depots — 12×8, 20ft, 40ft
Hazardous liquid tank delivery across Kyushu
Wing truck freight runs — Nakatsu to Yoshinogari and beyond

2018 — 2020

Independent Driver

Gig Economy (Lyft) 🇺🇸 Seattle, WA

Passenger transport and package deliveries

2017 — 2018

Truck Driver & Scaffolder

Friday Homes 🇳🇿 Wellington, NZ

Operating Class 2 vehicles around Wellington
Scaffolding installations and removals
Forklift operation

2017

Removalist

MiniMovers 🇦🇺 Northgate QLD, Australia

Operating MR vehicles, pre-packing furniture and transport
Highest Piano certification

2008 — 2009

Multi-functional Employee

A&A Machine Shop 🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

Welding, shaping and cutting heavy and light metals
Automobile mechanical work, forklift and mechanical lift operation

⚓ Maritime & Water

2014 — 2015 · 2015

Captain

Rowes Wharf Water Transport 🇺🇸 Boston, MA

Navigated Rowes Wharf vessel — single screw, 32 passengers, 15 knots cruise
Multiple vessels including Rip Ridder V (twin 90hp), Beantown (front loader)

2015

Deckhand & Skilled Laborer

Dean Equipment 🇺🇸 Harvey, LA

Deckhand and engineering on three 60-ton tugboats (TDW, Little T, Mary Jane)

2013 — 2014

Captain

JAK Water Sports 🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

Navigated Murieta II — 22ft Spider fishing vessel
SUP tours and snorkel tour guide

2012 — 2014

First Mate

Marauder Sailing Charters 🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

First mate on Marauder — 1969 32ft Cal sail charter vessel
Vessel maintenance, rigging and line handling underway

2005 — 2012

1st Mate & Bilingual Tour Guide

Island Adventures Inc. 🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

Operating and maintaining vessel "Luminosa II"
Bilingual educational presentations for tourists, residents and students
Passenger check-in, security, boat handling and maintenance

🏨 Hospitality & Education

2020 — 2023

English Teacher

Seiha English Academy 🇯🇵 Fukuoka, Japan

Teaching students ages 0–12 under the Seiha Method
Lesson planning and execution

2016 — 2017

Outdoor Activities Instructor

RiverLife 🇦🇺 Kangaroo Point QLD, Australia

Kayak tour guide and instructor on Brisbane river
Segway guide, laser tag instructor, SUP guide

2016

Casual Worker

Brisbane Backpackers Resort 🇦🇺 West End QLD, Australia

Shuttle driver, front desk attendant, grounds keeper

2009 — 2012

Insider / Concierge

W Hotel Retreat & Spa 🇵🇷 Vieques, P.R.

Keeping guests informed on local events and activities
Establishing connections with local vendors for guest satisfaction
Creating personalised guest itineraries

KEVIN O.
MATTA

Built in the field,
not in a classroom.

💻 Software

⚓ Maritime & Transport

🌐 Languages & Other

20 years across
5 countries.

Lived & worked
across 5 countries.

KEVIN O.MATTA

Built in the field,not in a classroom.