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Work History
Education
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Nickolas Higgins

Denver,CO

Summary

Energetic professional with solid record and significant background in several construction trades. Successful at working independently or in group settings to diagnose and fix components in residential and commercial environments. Dependable and industrious with superior work ethic and dedication to quality.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC Installer Foreman

westco Sysyems
Westminster, CO
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed installation of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
  • Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.
  • Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for ventilation systems.
  • Pulled electrical wiring for new installations or repairs to existing HVAC systems.
  • Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety hazards or obstacles that could affect the job.
  • Adhered strictly to all applicable codes when installing new HVAC systems.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working onsite at customer locations.
  • Wired both line and low voltage to heating and cooling equipment.
  • Conducted brazing, threading pipe and tasks to complete job requirements.
  • Interpreted construction drawings and cut sheets in field.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Tested equipment following each install to determine efficiency and proper functionality.
  • Put in new gas lines, wiring and other support components for HVAC systems.

Force Entry/ Ballistic Resistace Installer

BMK Engineering inc.
Hanover, MD
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Operated resistance welding equipment to join metal parts together in accordance with industry standards.
  • Set up and maintained welding machines, tools, jigs, and fixtures according to specifications.
  • Repaired defective welds using grinding tools or arc welding processes.
  • Consulted engineering drawings to determine appropriate weld configurations.
  • Cleaned, sealed, caulked, and glazed windows to ensure proper installation.
  • Ensured that all building codes were followed while installing windows.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.

Mechanical Foreman

AllCom Global Services
Lake Saint Louis, MO
11.2018 - 11.2019
  • Monitored and supervised all mechanical activities on the jobsite.
  • Assisted with the development of engineering drawings and specifications for new projects or modifications to existing ones.
  • Coordinated with other trades such as electricians and architecturel in order to ensure smooth operations through jobsite.
  • Organized work assignments among hvac sheet metal installers, plumbers, and welders according to their qualifications and abilities.
  • Maintained records of daily maintenance activities including downtime reports, labor hours spent on repairs and maintenance.
  • Installed metal ducts in accordance with blueprints and specifications.
  • Measured, cut, shaped, and connected sheet metal ducts to form complete systems.
  • Tested systems for airtightness using gauges or other instruments.
  • Applied sealants to joints and seams of the system as necessary.

Laborer/ Sheet Metal Hvac Installer

American International Contractors-special Projects
Mclean, VA
08.2016 - 07.2018
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
  • Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
  • Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
  • Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
  • Provided assistance to coworkers who requested help with complex tasks related to sheet metal duct installation.
  • Mounted grilles and diffusers into walls or ceilings as needed.
  • Calibrated thermostats, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaners, heat pumps.
  • Placed insulation on pipes and fittings according to customer requirements.
  • Drilled holes in ductwork for mounting supports and hangers.
  • Connected exhaust hoods, fans, dampers, and other accessories as required.

0311 Infantry Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
10.2010 - 05.2015
  • Performed guard duty and maintained security of assigned areas.
  • Conducted foot patrols to detect enemy activity, suspicious persons, and weapons caches.
  • Maintained and operated infantry weapons systems such as M4 carbine rifles, M203 grenade launchers, and M249 Squad Automatic Weapons.
  • Provided protection for convoys, outposts, observation posts, and other designated personnel or facilities.
  • Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces.
  • Assisted with minefield clearance operations by locating mines using metal detectors.
  • Responded to emergency situations as required including medical evacuation requests.
  • Inspected and repaired systems to maximize performance.
  • Kept vehicles and critical equipment in peak operating condition with consistent upkeep.
  • Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
  • Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.

Education

1,200 hour diploma program - Electrical And Electronic Systems Technology

Lincoln College of Technology - Denver
Denver, CO
05-2024

Skills

  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Parts Inventory Management
  • System Troubleshooting
  • System Installation
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Schematic reading
  • Work Scheduling
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Electrical Safety

Accomplishments

  • Graduated with honors from Lincoln College of Technology

Certification

  • OSHA 30- 30 Hour Construction Safety and Health

Timeline

HVAC Installer Foreman

westco Sysyems
09.2022 - Current

Force Entry/ Ballistic Resistace Installer

BMK Engineering inc.
11.2020 - 09.2022

Mechanical Foreman

AllCom Global Services
11.2018 - 11.2019

Laborer/ Sheet Metal Hvac Installer

American International Contractors-special Projects
08.2016 - 07.2018

0311 Infantry Rifleman

United States Marine Corps
10.2010 - 05.2015

1,200 hour diploma program - Electrical And Electronic Systems Technology

Lincoln College of Technology - Denver

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