Gary Nichols
Ruston
Summary
Diligent, focused Surveyor with strong technical background and proven team leadership skills. Directed surveying team for large property development project and completed tasks ahead of schedule. Superb communications skills and high degree of accuracy leading to desirable results.
Highly skilled professional with land surveying background and impressive work ethic. Managed surveying team for large project and completed tasks ahead of schedule. Excellent communications skills and meticulous attention to detail enabled positive outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Land Surveyor
MMLH
Ruston
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted precise land surveys using total stations and GPS equipment.
- Prepared detailed survey drawings and reports for client review.
- Collaborated with project managers to determine surveying needs and timelines.
- Assisted in boundary determinations and legal description preparations.
- Maintained equipment calibration to ensure survey accuracy and reliability.
- Coordinated fieldwork schedules with other departments for efficient operations.
- Gathered data from field notes and aerial photographs using GPS technology.
- Worked closely with local government agencies during permitting process for large scale projects.
- Calculated height, depth, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
Package Car Delivery Driver
UPS
Alexandria
06.2019 - 10.2024
- Delivered packages efficiently within designated routes while adhering to safety regulations.
- Operated delivery vehicle and maintained cleanliness and functionality of equipment.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery schedules and package status.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely deliveries across multiple locations daily.
- Assisted in training new drivers on best practices and company protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Navigated using GPS technology to optimize delivery routes and minimize delays.
- Inspected company vehicles on daily basis and reported damages or issues.
- Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts to move materials.
- Maintained records of deliveries made and collected payments when required.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team members regarding updates on route status.
- Carried heavy items from vehicle to customer building location.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of delivery vehicle.
- Operated vehicles in a safe and courteous manner, adhering to traffic laws.
Flooring Associate
Home Depot
Alexandria
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate flooring materials and styles.
- Operated tools for cutting and installing various flooring types.
- Maintained inventory levels and organized stock in the warehouse.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily project goals.
- Educated customers on flooring maintenance and care techniques.
- Displayed excellent communication skills when interacting with customers and colleagues.
- Cleaned up work area after completing a job to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Pineville High
Pineville , LASkills
Have experience with forklift, tractors, and pallet jacks
Willing and eager to learn and work
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Land Surveyor
MMLH
09.2024 - Current
Flooring Associate
Home Depot
02.2020 - 08.2022
Package Car Delivery Driver
UPS
06.2019 - 10.2024
Pineville High