Nicholas Culbreth
Spanish Fort,AL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Kaizen Tech, excelling in team leadership and safety compliance. Skilled in heavy equipment handling and fostering collaboration, ensuring operational excellence while maintaining a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Professional with proven track record in telecommunications field. Known for effectively managing high-stress environments while maintaining quality and safety standards. Valued for strong collaboration and adaptability. Expertise in rigging, climbing, and troubleshooting technical issues.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Top Hand
Kaizen Tech
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Trained junior team members on equipment use and safety protocols to enhance overall team performance.
- Coordinated workflow among crew members to optimize resource allocation and efficiency during projects.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased productivity across multiple job sites.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment to maintain operational readiness and prevent delays.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new hires, ensuring consistent knowledge transfer within the team.
- Monitored project progress, identifying potential issues early to mitigate risks and maintain timelines.
- Collaborated with management to evaluate operational procedures, recommending enhancements for improved effectiveness.
- Demonstrated adaptability to changing conditions while still upholding high-quality standards in day-to-day tasks on the rig floor.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to address any maintenance or technical issues promptly, minimizing potential hazards and downtime.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular inspections of rig equipment and adhering to industry regulations.
- Safeguarded the work environment with proper communication among team members, fostering a culture of accountability.
Assistant Manager
Tilsontech
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported team in executing project deliverables and ensuring alignment with client expectations.
- Coordinated communication between departments to streamline operations and enhance collaboration.
- Assisted in developing training materials to improve onboarding processes for new hires.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in project management workflows.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely inventory replenishment, ensuring product availability.
Tower Technician II
Tilsontech
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted routine inspections of tower structures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in the installation and maintenance of communication antennas and related equipment.
- Operated hand and power tools for efficient assembly of telecommunications infrastructure.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues during tower operations.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risk during high-altitude tasks and installations.
- Executed precise antenna alignments using specialized tools to ensure optimal signal strength in targeted coverage areas.
- Assisted in rigging operations for safe hoisting of heavy equipment on towers during installation projects.
- Determined required installation methods and assembled proper tools and equipment to complete projects to specifications.
- Performed tower construction at heights of 400+ feet while maintaining focus on safety.
- Eliminated unnecessary expenses by effectively troubleshooting faulty components before replacing them entirely.
- Rigged towers, monopoles and rooftops to build new tower or collocate antenna on existing structure under FCC guidelines.
- Safely climbed towers up to 400 feet high for regular maintenance tasks, minimizing potential hazards onsite.
Tower Technician
MasTec
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Installed and maintained communication towers ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated aerial lifts and hand tools to complete tower construction tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify and address maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans and meet deadlines effectively.
Prep Cook
Cracker Barrell
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
- Maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace to comply with health regulations.
- Assisted chefs in executing recipes, adhering to portion control guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including slicers and mixers, to enhance efficiency.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
Line Cook
Moes Southwestern Grill
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to ensure quality meal production.
- Collaborated with team members to meet service timelines during peak hours.
Fry Cook
Zaxbys
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepared and cooked menu items following standard recipes and portion guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cooking stations and kitchen equipment.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize food preparation efficiency during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Mobile, ALSkills
- Strong communication skills
- Team leadership
- Heavy equipment handling
- Adaptable to weather conditions
- Physical stamina and strength
- Rig operation expertise
- Safety-conscious mindset
- Budgeting and financial planning
- Efficient time management
- Decision-making capacity
- First aid and CPR certified
- Warehouse organization
- Pallet jack operation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Inventory control
- Quality assurance
- Materials transportation
- Reading comprehension
- Team member support
- Safe lifting
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Power tools operation
- Loading and unloading
Certification
- OSHA-10
- First Aid CPR AED
- Crane Spotter/Signal Person
- Fundamentals of RF/EME Radiation
- Portable fire extinguisher awareness
- Hazard awareness for telecom sites
- Capstan hoist operations
- Blood-borne pathogen
Timeline
Top Hand
Kaizen Tech
01.2024 - 11.2025
Assistant Manager
Tilsontech
01.2023 - 01.2024
Tower Technician II
Tilsontech
11.2021 - 01.2023
Tower Technician
MasTec
08.2019 - 11.2021
Prep Cook
Cracker Barrell
09.2017 - 08.2019
Line Cook
Moes Southwestern Grill
07.2017 - 12.2017
Fry Cook
Zaxbys
01.2016 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Baker High School