Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Military Service
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Nicholas Hoover

Greenbrier

Summary

Emergency response professional with strong background in firefighting and rescue operations. Known for quick thinking and effective action during crises, contributing to successful team efforts. Dependable and adaptable, always ready to meet evolving needs of situation, with focus on safety and collaboration.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer Firefighter

Todd Mission Volunteer Fire Department
02.2024 - Current
  • Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid firefighting and rescue services in high-pressure situations.
  • Operated various firefighting equipment, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on fire apparatus, enhancing operational reliability and performance.
  • Collaborated with team members during drills and training sessions, improving overall response efficiency.
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
  • Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.

Security Officer

iidon Security Associates
08.2024 - 09.2025
  • Check bags for any sort of contraband that is not permitted in the facility, watch security cameras, sign contractors/visitors in & out and do patrols every hour
  • Monitored premises to ensure safety and compliance with security protocols.
  • Conducted regular patrols to deter criminal activity and maintain order.
  • Fostered positive relationships with clients and staff to enhance overall security culture.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.

Line Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Assisted in menu item development by providing feedback on seasonal offerings and customer preferences.
  • Maintained equipment functionality through regular cleaning and basic maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Kitchen Staff Member

McDonald's
09.2023 - 01.2024

Streamlined food preparation processes to enhance kitchen efficiency.

  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Coordinated inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Assisted in menu planning, contributing creative ideas for seasonal dishes.

Emergency Vehicle Technician

Ultimate Lighting Solutions, LLC
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Install emergency equipment into emergency vehicles to be ready for service. Another duty was making repairs on emergency vehicles and diagnosing/fixing issues on emergency vehicles as needed.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on emergency vehicles, enhancing operational readiness and reliability.

Incident Response Team

Harris County Toll Road Authority
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Assist stranded motorists with flat tires, giving a gallon of fuel, giving water, jump starts, tows and transports

Assembly Line Worker

Valeo Engine Cooling, Inc
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assembled engine cooling components for radiators and make sure that all assembled parts were within specifications required for further assembly

Shipping and Receiving

Amazon Warehouse
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Scanning totes and boxes from the conveyor belt, then scanning items that were in the box to be placed in totes to then be sent down the conveyor to get loaded onto the outbound trucks

Delivery Driver

One Solution Logistics of Indiana, INC
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Deliver car parts to Honda Manufacturing to be assembled

Line Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Prepared high-volume menu items efficiently, ensuring consistency and quality across all dishes.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and reduce wait times.
  • Trained new team members on kitchen protocols, safety standards, and equipment usage.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of ingredients and minimize waste.
  • Implemented cleanliness standards in food prep areas, contributing to overall health compliance.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Education

High school diploma - Core 40

Shelbyville High School
Shelbyville, IN
05.2017

Skills

  • Warehouse Experience (6 years)
  • Mechanic Experience (6 years)
  • Brake Repair (3 years)
  • Hydraulics (6 years)
  • Customer service (1 year)
  • Delivery Driver Experience
  • Oil Change (6 years)
  • Shipping & Receiving (6 years)
  • Assembly
  • Manufacturing
  • Load & unload
  • Communication skills
  • Sales
  • Basic math
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Kitchen experience
  • Food preparation
  • Food handling
  • Food industry
  • Fire suppression
  • Wildland firefighting
  • First aid and CPR

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • Forklift safety — Proficient April 2021 Best practices and safety hazards in forklift operation Full results: Proficient
  • Work style: Reliability — Proficient April 2021 Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and accountable at work Full results: Proficient
  • Warehouse safety — Proficient June 2023 Using safe practices in a warehouse setting Full results: Proficient
  • Security guard skills — Proficient April 2024 Assessing risks, enforcing security standards, and handling complaints Full results: Proficient

Military Service

Branch: Army National Guard Service Country: United States Rank: Private First Class February 2017 to February 2023 Certified diesel mechanic.

Timeline

Security Officer

iidon Security Associates
08.2024 - 09.2025

Volunteer Firefighter

Todd Mission Volunteer Fire Department
02.2024 - Current

Line Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2024 - 04.2024

Kitchen Staff Member

McDonald's
09.2023 - 01.2024

Emergency Vehicle Technician

Ultimate Lighting Solutions, LLC
04.2023 - 06.2023

Incident Response Team

Harris County Toll Road Authority
06.2022 - 12.2022

Assembly Line Worker

Valeo Engine Cooling, Inc
11.2021 - 04.2022

Shipping and Receiving

Amazon Warehouse
11.2020 - 03.2021

Delivery Driver

One Solution Logistics of Indiana, INC
01.2020 - 08.2020

Line Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2016 - 08.2017

High school diploma - Core 40

Shelbyville High School
Nicholas Hoover