Nicholas Rios
Zephyrhills,FL
Summary
High-performing professional with extensive experience in industry. Skilled in testing, sorting and sampling products with working knowledge of safety codes. Reliable and efficient with equipment and software programs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wood utility pole inspector Foreman
Osmose
09.2024 - Current
- I currently work a 4-man crew to dig, inspect, treat, and backfill wood utility poles.
- We check the integrity of the pole to ensure it will continue to be safe and reliable for another 10-15 years.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
- Mentored junior inspectors, sharing industry expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing thorough inspections.
Wood Pole Inspector
Exo
01.2023 - 09.2024
- I travel across North Dakota inspecting wood utility poles. I use a side by side and pull up and sound and bore wood poles looking for decay. This job requires me to be self sufficient and to have integrity.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough inspections of construction sites to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Provided expert guidance to companies on how to rectify issues found during inspections, leading to improved practices.
- Worked a small electrical contract where i replaced Light poles in parking lots. During this time i helped with replacing the anchor rods and bolts, I would help with placing the metal light fixture, and I then helped the electrician to connect all the wires and make sure light fixture was in working order
Warehouse Selector
Publix
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily productivity goals while maintaining a positive work atmosphere.
- Completed pick lists accurately and promptly, minimizing delays in order fulfillment processes.
- Supported quality control efforts by carefully inspecting items before packaging them for shipment.
- Reduced order errors through meticulous attention to detail during the selection process.
- Optimized space utilization within storage areas through effective organization of products according to size, weight, and other relevant factors.
- Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by ensuring on-time deliveries through efficient order processing.
Meat Cutter
Publix
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
Education
High school diploma or GED -
Lake Wales Senior High School
Lake Wales, FL05.2006
Skills
- Materials Handling
- Cost control
- Pallet Jack
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Construction inspection
- Organizational skills
- Merchandising
- Packaging
- Leadership
- Order Picking
- English
- Inventory Control
- Computer skills
- Retail sales
- Supervising Experience
- Construction
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Cpr and AED Certified
Timeline
Wood utility pole inspector Foreman
Osmose
09.2024 - Current
Wood Pole Inspector
Exo
01.2023 - 09.2024
Warehouse Selector
Publix
07.2020 - 01.2023
Meat Cutter
Publix
08.2018 - 07.2020
High school diploma or GED -
Lake Wales Senior High School
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