Nolan hicken
highland
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with experience in construction and military operations, notably with Western States Engineering and the United States Marine Corps. Excelled in worksite organization, equipment management, and leadership, driving team success in challenging environments. Skilled in underground utility identification and adept at improving operational efficiencies. Demonstrated exceptional ability to lead and manage tasks, ensuring project completion and operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Western States Engineering
07.2022 - Current
- Help Frame, pulled wire and help set up the electrical for 4 different houses
- did geneal construction work, irrigation and landscaping.
- Performed root cause analysis of reported issues to enact corrections.
- Documented faults and bugs for referral to development staff for use in updates.
Infantryman Section Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2017 - Current
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT04-2026
Skills
- Worksite organization
- Repairing wall surfaces
- Underground utility identification
- Equipment management
- leadership of small and large teams
- Organization and task management
Accomplishments
- USMC officer candidate school Honor graduate of 2022.
- Winner of the USMC Commandants Leadership trophy for UVU.
- Meritoriously promoted to Private First Class, Lance Corporal, Corporal and Sergeant.
- Help Construct 3 houses in Utah valley currently working on the 4th.
- Accumulative GPA of 3.19 as of current.
Timeline
General Laborer
Western States Engineering
07.2022 - Current
Infantryman Section Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Utah Valley University
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