Cody Nichols
Muldrow,OK
Summary
Confident professional adept at critical thinking, with a passion for contributing to dynamic teams, seeking opportunities to drive growth and efficiency.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Maintenance
The Blossoms at Van Buren
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Digital Network Installer
TNT Telecommunications
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided training on use, troubleshooting, and calibration of equipment.
- Operated equipment, vehicles, and tools with optimal safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Connected components to exterior cable systems and tested connections for adequate power and functional links.
- Tested cables using tools such as volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers, and signal level meters.
- Collaborated with other workers and customers to resolve issues of deficient communications connections.
- Developed and implemented plans for installation of new networks and cabling systems.
- Coordinated with customers to meet needs and requirements swiftly and to high standards.
- Completed new connects, reconnects, disconnects, and service changes for residential and commercial customers.
- Installed data and telephone cable lines between outside underground or pole lines and residential and commercial buildings.
- Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
Electrician
MLS Electric
03.2018 - 09.2019
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
Carpenter Apprentice
RSR Design
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
Unloader\Loader\Driver
UPS
07.2012 - 09.2015
- Used barcode scanners and other technology to track and document cargo information.
- Coordinated with truck drivers and dispatchers to have cargo picked up on time and according to schedule.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 150lbs pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
- Checked accuracy of product packaging and labeling, rectifying any issues.
- Followed all safety and security protocols to minimize risk of injury.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
Extrusion Technician
Jarden Plastics
06.2007 - 07.2012
- Oversaw production processes to determine quality control standards.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Changed out screens, dies, and inserts to fit different production needs.
- Troubleshot and corrected machine-related problems through proper equipment adjustments.
- Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
- Measured extruded products to identify imperfections, adjusting controls to adhere to project specifications.
- Operated multiple extrusion lines to extrude various sheets, panels, and structural shapes used in manufacturing of plastic products.
- Exemplified positive attitude as team member in dynamic, fast-paced environment and remained composed and professional during complex challenges.
- Completed product traceability, logs, and production reports to accurately document extrusion-related activities.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Followed formulas in weighing resins and other chemicals to maintain productivity requirements.
- Changed product winders, trimmed winders and set up cores and chunks.
- Monitored process and work station information for accuracy and avoidance of workflow impediments.
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts, and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Inspected materials and equipment to detect malfunctions.
Furniture Mover
Pack-Rite Moving
01.2004 - 06.2007
- Supervisory and technical position entailing the inventorying, packing, loading, transport, and unloading of entire households.
- Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology (UNFINISHED)
UAFS Fort Smith
Fort Smith, ARAssociate of Arts - Flameworking
Scientific Glassblowing Apprenticeship
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- Facilities maintenance
- Vendor relationship management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Budgeting and cost control
- Resource allocation
- Fire protection systems
- Welding and fabrication
- Employee performance evaluation
- Safety protocols
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of secure men's mental health unit.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Maintained all aspects for all departments at long term care facility with 90 person occupancy.
- Create and implement new safety and maintenance procedures and protocols.
Timeline
Director of Maintenance
The Blossoms at Van Buren
11.2024 - 10.2025
Digital Network Installer
TNT Telecommunications
09.2020 - 06.2022
Electrician
MLS Electric
03.2018 - 09.2019
Carpenter Apprentice
RSR Design
10.2015 - 03.2018
Unloader\Loader\Driver
UPS
07.2012 - 09.2015
Extrusion Technician
Jarden Plastics
06.2007 - 07.2012
Furniture Mover
Pack-Rite Moving
01.2004 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology (UNFINISHED)
UAFS Fort Smith
Associate of Arts - Flameworking
Scientific Glassblowing Apprenticeship