We offer a wide range of mixed hardwood construction mats. Choose Buckeye for crane mats, composite, and laminated mats, temporary roadways, heavy construction mats, rig mats, outrigger pads and more. Visit our website below to learn more:
Sales
Our sales team manages client relationships and provides expert market insights for strategic crane mat procurement.
Logistics
We coordinate complex transportation networks and delivery schedules across local and national freight routes.
Quality Control
Strict inspection protocols ensure every shipment meets rigorous industry standards and client specifications.
Operations
The operations team provides critical oversight for internal business processes to maintain consistent service excellence.
Crane Mat Traders
Steve McNulty
- Since joining Buckeye Mats in 2015, Steve has brought more than 20 years of experience in the crane mat and commodity lumber industries. He has led the team with a customer-first philosophy, building Buckeye Mats around exceptional service, quality, competitive pricing, and strong core values. - A graduate of Hawaii Pacific University with a degree in Economics and a former collegiate basketball player, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife, Cindy, their four children, and two grandchildren, whether traveling, visiting the beach, or making new memories together.
Department Head
Mat Sales & Procurement
Mike Bailey
Max Bailey
Owen Retzl
Mat Sales & Procurement
- Max joined Buckeye Mats in 2019 after building experience selling dimensional softwood lumber at Buckeye Pacific. A Portland native, he brings professionalism, reliability, and a relationship-focused approach to his work. - Outside of work, Max enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with his wife, Courtney, and their son, Banks.
Mat Sales & Procurement
- Owen joined the Buckeye Mats team in 2024 after interning with Buckeye Pacific while attending the University of Oregon, where he earned a business degree. He enjoys working in a collaborative environment and helping customers find the right matting solutions for their projects. - A Portland native and dedicated Ducks fan, Owen spends his free time outdoors, whether cycling or hitting the golf course.
- With nearly a decade at Buckeye Mats and more than 35 years in the wood products industry, Mike combines extensive experience in crane mats and industrial lumber to help customers find practical, jobsite-specific solutions. - Outside of work, Mike enjoys traveling with his wife, spending time with their four children and growing family of grandchildren, and making the most of the outdoors—especially on the golf course, with a fishing rod in hand when he gets the chance.
steve@buckeyemats.com
mike@buckeyemats.com
max@buckeyemats.com
owen@buckeyemats.com
(760)-814-3309
(503)-807-7624
(503)-928-9545
(971)-404-2813
Mat Sales & Procurement
Kameron Morgan
Augrora Morales
- Kam joined Buckeye Mats in 2024, bringing experience in warranty management, sales, and customer service. His diverse background helps him provide responsive support and practical crane mat solutions while building strong customer relationships. - Originally from Oregon, Kam returned home to begin his career with Buckeye Mats. Outside of work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, surfing, golfing, and spending time outdoors.
- Alejandro joined Buckeye Mats in 2025, bringing experience in logistics, import coordination, and automotive sales. As Operations Support, he helps keep daily operations running smoothly through logistics coordination, inventory management, accounting support, and administrative operations. - Outside of work, Alejandro enjoys hiking, playing video games, and seeking out new adventures and experiences.
Operations Support
Alejandro Gonalez
Operations Support
Elsie Garner
Elsie joined Buckeye Mats in 2024 and serves as Administrative Lead, managing logistics, accounts payable and receivable, inventory, and direct support for the trading team. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, reading and writing, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with family.
Operations Support
- Augrora moved from Seaside to Portland at eighteen, eager to build a career rooted in hard work, reliability, and growth. Her ten years at Reddaway and Yellow gave her a strong foundation in transportation and logistics, along with hands-on experience in customer service, operations support, and team coordination. She's earned a reputation as a dependable problem solver who adapts to any challenge. - Augrora joined Buckeye Mats in September 2025, excited to continue her professional journey with the team. Outside of work, she's busy keeping up with her daughter, Jaylyn (3), and her twin girls, Zendaya and Soraya.
kameron
@buckeyemats.com
alejandro.gonzalez@buckeyemats.com
elsie.garner
@buckeyemats.com
augrora.morales
@buckeyemats.com
(971)-404-2874
(971)-338-8173
(541)-743-6143
(971)-404-2904
Mat Sales & Procurement
Jordan Herron
Tommy Troyer
- Jordan joined Buckeye Mats in 2019, bringing five years of experience as a sales representative in the building materials industry throughout the Pacific Northwest. - Originally from Indiana, Jordan attended Indiana University before making his way west. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, watching college basketball, and spending quality time with his family. His favorite pastime is being silly and making his daughter laugh.
- Jack McNulty brings 4+ years of proven expertise to Buckeye Mats, consistently delivering exceptional results since joining in 2021. He specializes in connecting construction and project managers with the right crane mat solutions for their specific requirements. - Jack holds a B.S. in Business Marketing from California State University, Northridge, where he competed as a Division I volleyball player. - Jack resides in Oceanside, California, with his wife Molly and their dog Lucy. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active at the gym, creating music, and spending time with family.
Mat Sales & Procurement
Jack McNulty
Mat Sales & Procurement
Karla Bergeron
- Tommy joined Buckeye Mats in 2025 after serving as General Manager of a hardwood sawmill on the East Coast, where he led a mill producing more than 12 million board feet of crane mats, laminated mats, and silt fence stakes each year. He's excited to bring that depth of experience to help customers find the right solution for their matting projects. Tommy lives in Virginia with his wife, Karissa, and their two children. When he's not buying and selling mats, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his family.
Logistics
- With more than 40 years of transportation and logistics experience, Karla plays a vital role in keeping Buckeye Mats moving. As Logistics Manager, she is dedicated to supporting Buckeye's mat traders by providing exceptional customer service, coordinating efficient transportation, and ensuring shipments arrive safely and on time. - Karla takes pride in building strong relationships with customers, carriers, and vendors while helping create solutions that contribute to Buckeye's continued growth and success. Her extensive industry knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to service make her an invaluable part of the Buckeye team. Outside of work, Karla enjoys spending quality time with her granddaughter, who keeps her smiling and reminds her of what matters most.
jordan@buckeyemats.com
(260)-312-7280
jack@buckeyemats.com
tommy@buckeyemats.com
(503)-956-5145
karla.bergeron
@buckeyemats.com
(434)-333-9743
(503)-819-5445
Trader, Grading Specialist
John Hite
- John Hite joined Buckeye Mats in 2015, bringing over 13 years of specialized expertise in buying, selling, grading, and installing composite and timber mats. His extensive field experience makes him one of the industry's most knowledgeable specialists. - As Buckeye Mats' traveling expert, John crisscrosses the United States providing on-site consultation to help customers determine optimal matting solutions for their specific project requirements. His extensive field experience enables him to assess site conditions, recommend appropriate mat specifications, and ensure customers receive maximum performance and value. John also leads Buckeye Mats' mat grading operations for buybacks and provides crucial technical support for customers.