David Nichols
Lipan,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Tri-Lakes Services Inc
Broken Bow, OK
11.2024 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
Superintendent
McNamara Flooring
Fort Worth, TX
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations and quality standards.
- Supervised staff including subcontractors and laborers on assigned projects.
- Provided technical advice for resolving design problems and construction issues.
Observer, Coach, Trainer
Army
Fort Polk, LA
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented and facilitated successful training programs to increase employee engagement, retention and productivity.
- Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.
- Managed learning experience consistent with company philosophy and company-wide strategies.
- Designed training performance evaluations and provided training follow-up to incorporate feedback into future modules.
Manager
Army
Fort Hood, TX
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
Supervisor
Army
Fort Hood, TX
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
- Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
- Evaluated processes and employee strengths to realign workflows with changing business demands.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
Team Leader
Army
Fort Hood, TX
03.2015 - 01.2019
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
Infantry Rifleman
Army
Fort Bragg, NC
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Instructed personnel on environmental hazard reduction and PPE use, driving standardized procedures and supporting team health and performance.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
Satellite Installation Technician
Star West Satellite
Missoula, MT
02.2012 - 01.2013
- Installed in-home devices, programmed settings and trained customers on basic use.
- Communicated with customers to explain installation process and ideal satellite dish placement.
- Performed advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to find root causes and devise corrections.
- Manually installed and replaced system components while on ladders or hands and knees in tight areas, attics, roofs and crawl spaces.
- Managed fast-paced daily workload of appointments at residential and business locations.
Education
Equal Opportunity Leaders Course
Military Education
09.2020
Advanced Leaders Course
Military Education
03.2020
Basic Leaders Course
Military Education
02.2018
High School Diploma -
Battiest High School
Battiest, OK05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
American Public University System
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Project Management
- Customer Education
- Customer Relations
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Equipment Installation
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Tri-Lakes Services Inc
11.2024 - Current
Superintendent
McNamara Flooring
05.2024 - 11.2024
Observer, Coach, Trainer
Army
03.2023 - 01.2024
Manager
Army
02.2022 - 03.2023
Supervisor
Army
01.2019 - 02.2022
Team Leader
Army
03.2015 - 01.2019
Infantry Rifleman
Army
01.2013 - 03.2015
Satellite Installation Technician
Star West Satellite
02.2012 - 01.2013
Equal Opportunity Leaders Course
Military Education
Advanced Leaders Course
Military Education
Basic Leaders Course
Military Education
High School Diploma -
Battiest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
American Public University System
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