Nicholas Combs
Clover
Summary
Results-driven Survey Crew Chief with expertise in land surveying and GPS technology. Proven ability to manage field crews, execute complex projects, and deliver quality results within tight deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Crew Chief
R. Joe Harris and Associates
10.2024 - Current
- Accomplished tasks applying knowledge of Trimble equipment and software
- Completed all tasks including topographic surveys, boundary surveys, construction staking, ALTA surveys, as-built surveys.
- Managed field crew of 3 staff, delegating tasks and directing team members on data collection.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Civil Designer
R. Joe Harris and Associates
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Communicated with city planners, private owners, utility companies and other appropriate stakeholders to plan, implement and coordinate work for development projects.
- Analyzed building codes, by-laws and other technical documents and reports to determine effect on architectural designs.
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
- Reviewed civil engineering sketches and data for conformity to design concepts.
- Prepared colored drawings and scale models to present to clients.
Survey Crew Chief
R.B. Pharr and Associates
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Gathered field survey data using Global Positioning System to measure distances and elevations.
- Met all project milestones and deadlines, completing projects within, or above client specifications.
- Followed local, regional and national surveying guidelines.
- Documented all phases of field crew's work through in-depth reporting.
- Executed jobs with expertise in Leica equipment and Carlson software
Painter
Auto Image Perfection
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Operated hand-held spray guns and automated spray paint.
- Mixed colors to create required hues and appropriately mixed thinners.
- Performed buffing and finishing duties at end of each paint job.
Fire Control Technician
United States Navy
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Accountable for upkeep and maintenance of all fire control systems aboard USS Alabama SSBN 731
- Responsible for eight safe transits through the Strait of Juan de Fuca
- Responsible for all Quality Assurance items within the Fire Control division
Education
High School Diploma -
Clover High School
Clover, SCSkills
- Land surveying
- AutoCAD civil 3D
- Training and mentoring
- GPS technology
Timeline
Survey Crew Chief
R. Joe Harris and Associates
10.2024 - Current
Civil Designer
R. Joe Harris and Associates
08.2023 - 10.2024
Survey Crew Chief
R.B. Pharr and Associates
07.2021 - 08.2023
Painter
Auto Image Perfection
01.2019 - 07.2021
Fire Control Technician
United States Navy
01.2014 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Clover High School