Jack Nickels
Brentwood
Summary
Dynamic individual with 9 years of hands-on experience in Woodcraft and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Accustomed to all forms of finish in rustic and modern wood furniture.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Woodworker
Gibson
03.2025 - Current
- Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
- Completed general finish work and sanding.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
- Packaged finished products and facilitated shipment.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
- Chose appropriate lumber and supplies for numerous projects based on wood species, project type, client needs and budgets.
- Performed lumber milling and shaping.
- Compared and matched color, grain and texture to select wood, veneer and laminate materials.
- Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and belt sanders.
- Built products tailored to meet needs and specifications of clients.
- Interpreted directions, drawings or visuals to construct finished products such as cabinets and furniture.
Sales Associate
Woodcraft
07.2024 - Current
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Completed general finish work and sanding.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
- Chose appropriate lumber and supplies for [Number] projects based on wood species, project type, client needs and budgets.
- Constructed standard and custom items from wood.
Sales associate, Baker and Line Worker
Bruegger's Bagels
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Help customers with orders at front of shop on the line
- Preparing product in the back of the shop in the bakery
- Preparing the store at closing for opening, reserving catering demands and deliveries
- Goal: To provide smooth and welcoming service to customers and help in the bakery
- Value: My Fast paced and straight-forward approach to helping customers and working on the line
Host and Server
Local Taco
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Company Overview: (now closed)
- Handled catering services and reservations
- Managed closing routine such as cleaning the kitchen, dining room and porch
- Handled Satisfactory and customer service inquiries
- (now closed)
- Goal: To guide Guests to seating, serve guests and streamline server adequacy
- Value: My Hosting streamlined server adequacy and efficiency to create a smoother experience for both guests and servers
Education
Bachelors - Philosophy, Psychology, Theology and 19th century post-modern Existentialism
University of Samford
12.2023
Skills
- Woodwork joinery
- Power tools operation
- Hand tools proficiency
- CNC machine operation
- Computer-aided design
- Wood finishing
- Deadline adherence
- Material selection
- Wood restoration
- Workplace safety
- Machinery maintenance
Technical Experience
woodworking tools and measurements, various wood finishes and stains, soldering and electrical wiring, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
Activities
- Recognized by the Samford Philosophy Department for the Disce Pati Award
- Sigma Nu Fraternity
- YMCA CCE Youth in Government Officer (4 Years)
- Daystar Counseling Summer camp Counselor (3 years)
- Daystar Counseling Group Counselor (1 year)
- Holy Family Sunday School Teacher (2 years)
- LEAD Chairman for Sigma Nu Fraternity
- Volunteer work for From Within Counseling (03/23 - Present)
Timeline
Woodworker
Gibson
03.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Woodcraft
07.2024 - Current
Sales associate, Baker and Line Worker
Bruegger's Bagels
05.2020 - 12.2022
Host and Server
Local Taco
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelors - Philosophy, Psychology, Theology and 19th century post-modern Existentialism
University of Samford
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