Nicholas Fink
Tonawanda
Summary
Experienced Sandblaster with 7 years of experience in the field and some customer service experience in my CNA work and boat detailing. Looking to join a company where I can learn new skills and improve current skills for the benefit of the organization. Willing and eager to learn anything non related to my experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Boat Detailer
Juilo’s xcell detailing
Grand Island
08.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and polished boat exteriors to enhance appearance and protect surfaces.
- Applied wax and sealants to maintain boats in optimal condition.
- Utilized pressure washers to remove dirt and grime from various surfaces.
- Inspected boats for damage, reporting issues to management promptly.
- Organized tools and supplies for efficient workflow during detailing tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of detailing projects.
- Educated customers on proper boat maintenance and care techniques.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment following industry standards.
- Scrubbed decks, hulls, and cabins with brushes and cleaning solutions.
- Performed exterior wash, line detailing, polishing and buffing of boat fleets.
- Cleaned, polished and waxed boat exteriors with power buffing equipment.
- Treated leather upholstery with conditioners for a bright finish.
- Maintained equipment to good operating standards, promoting continued reliability and functionality.
- Assisted with launching and docking boats safely for customers.
- Assessed supply levels and restocked cleaning items to sustain inventory.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood at grand island
Grand Island
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and equipment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
- Supported rehabilitation exercises under the supervision of nursing staff.
- Helped residents with mobility using proper techniques and assistive devices.
- Participated in training new staff on best care practices and procedures.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Sandblaster
Du-All Finishing Inc
11.2014 - 04.2021
- Sandblasting car parts, metal, any rusted parts, medical equipment, sports products (worked on things for the buffalo bills and buffalo sabres for stadium/arena locker room needs, seats and equipment around the field/arena).
- Cleaned parts with solution, paint thinner and other chemicals.
- Helped with customers daily when they would drop off product needed to be cleaned, blasted or just powder coated.
- Always took well care of customer orders and finished products without any major issues.
- Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for finishing.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and tools.
- Followed safety protocols during sandblasting operations to ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
- Inspected completed work for quality and consistency before further processing.
- Assisted in training new employees on sandblasting techniques and safety standards.
- Adjusted equipment settings based on material type and project requirements.
- Reported equipment malfunctions and scheduled maintenance as needed.
- Set up and operated sandblasting equipment according to safety protocols.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on machinery before use in order to identify potential issues.
- Prepared surfaces for sandblasting by removing rust, dirt, paint, and other debris.
Education
High school diploma -
south park high school
Skills
- Basic technical skills
- Time management
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Fast learner
- Leadership
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Patience
Timeline
Boat Detailer
Juilo’s xcell detailing
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood at grand island
05.2023 - 06.2025
Sandblaster
Du-All Finishing Inc
11.2014 - 04.2021
High school diploma -
south park high school