Nelson Collins
Orange,Texas
Summary
A versatile, detail-oriented professional with a strong skill set along with the willingness to learn and understand concepts quickly.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sand Blaster
PSC
Beaumont, TX
03.2021 - Current
- Operated sandblasting equipment to clean and prepare surfaces for finishing.
- Performed sandblasting on Exxon Mobil trains to prepare surfaces for maintenance.
- Maintained safety standards while handling hazardous materials during sandblasting processes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance before final delivery to clients.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
Senior Service Prep
Trinity Industries
Vidor, TX
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Executed daily tasks with accuracy and efficiency to support overall service operations.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse team members to resolve product and service issues, fostering a cooperative work environment.
- Applied interior paint to railroad cars using spray equipment.
Technician
Goodman Networks
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Installed, repaired, and maintained residential cable for internet and television services
- Conducted troubleshooting for network issues to ensure minimal downtime.
- Performed quality checks on installations to meet company standards and customer expectations.
- Assisted in the training of new technicians on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans and timelines effectively.
- Monitored equipment inventory to ensure availability of necessary tools and materials.
Forklift Operator
ITI
Beaumont, TX
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Operated industrial trucks safely in warehouse environment.
- Moved materials within warehouse using forklifts, supporting timely order fulfillment.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure forklift safety and maintenance.
- Operated industrial trucks to transport materials, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse processes, improving overall operation.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety standards.
Operator
United Sabine
Orange, TX
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Operated machinery across diverse fields to support production goals.
- Monitored production lines for consistency and quality control.
- Operated and adjusted machinery in diverse industrial settings
- Enforced safety standards to ensure a secure work environment.
- Maintained safety standards to promote a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Recorded production data for accurate tracking and reporting.
- Ensured work area and equipment remained clean to meet safety regulations
Laborer
Empire Scaffold
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Constructed and installed scaffolding structures, enhancing safety and stability at construction sites.
- Built and erected scaffolds
- Assisted team members in loading and unloading materials, contributing to streamlined workflow and timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols to promote a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with crew to execute project plans, ensuring alignment with safety standards and project timelines.
- Provided support during site preparation and cleanup activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkview Baptist School
Skills
- Team leadership
- Team oriented
- Effective communication
- Hard work
- Organizational skills
- Fast learner
- Willingness to learn
- Knowledge of sandblasting
- Shipping and receiving
- Tugger operations
- North prep blow down
- Knowledge of paperwork
- Inspecting cars for paint
- System cleaning
- Troubleshooting blastpots
- Troubleshooting blast hoses
- Housekeeping
- Expertise in car moving
- Gates removal
- Lance operations
- Interior blasting
- Exterior blasting
Certification
- Forklift certified
- Crane certified
Timeline
Sand Blaster
PSC
03.2021 - Current
Senior Service Prep
Trinity Industries
01.2018 - 05.2020
Technician
Goodman Networks
01.2016 - 12.2018
Forklift Operator
ITI
02.2013 - 03.2014
Operator
United Sabine
03.2009 - 04.2012
Laborer
Empire Scaffold
01.2008 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Parkview Baptist School