Nicholas John Wicklund
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55412
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612-***-**** (c)
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Work Experience
Conversion Crew Staff / Event Staff / Post Clean Up Staff
Xcel Energy Center/Saint Paul Arena Company
Saint Paul, Minnesota Start Date 09/2008 End Date: Present Job
Completing the physical setup for upcoming events
Perform a multitude of physical tasks to change over the facility from event to event
Changing the arena floor from hockey to concert and back again to hockey, or turf ( for lacrosse )
Keeping the arena floor, concourse and bathrooms clean during events
Clean the arena and it's facility after events
In Room Refreshment Center Attendant / In Room Dinning Server
Hotel IVY
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date: 02/2008 End Date: 08/2008
Inventory and stocking of self-service mini bars in guest rooms with some customer contact
Room inventory and restocking, according to standard product presentation procedures
Responsible for cart inventory and requisition stock to replenish cart at the end of the shift
Presenting guest food and beverage preferences timely and to temperature
Mini Bar Attendant
The Grand Hotel Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date: 09/2007 End Date: 02/2008
Stock, and inventory luxury amenities in all rooms of the hotel for valued guests
Delivery of complimentary items (coffee, tea, etc.) to the lobby area and guest rooms in the morning
Inventory of all mini-bar items, tray removals, stocking amenity cage and cart, storage of amenity cart
Ensuring freshness of all mini-bar items which involves continually checking items for expiration dates
Karaoke Host / Co-Host / Equipment Assistant
Karaoke With Robin
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date: 07/2006 End Date: 04/2008
Host/Co-Host karaoke show at local bars
Setting up and tearing down karaoke equipment
Running 8 channel mixing board w/computer applications, vocal processors, equalizers, sound volumes
Queuing up songs, entering bar patrons in the computer with there song selection/s
Zamboni Driver / Ice Arena Facility Operations / Rink Attendant
Minneapolis Parks And Recreation Board
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date 08/2006 End Date 01/2007
Operation of an ice arena/hockey facility
Safe Operation of a Zamboni
Cleaning the facility. ordering stock, merchandise
Checking ice temps, pumps, cooling towers, ice arena refrigeration chillers, compressors
Build ice surface, paints ice at the beginning of skating season and summer session
Supervises activities. Assist in scheduling events and times on ice
Professional Bus Driver
Metro Transit
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date 09/2001 End Date 10/2004
Overall safe, timely and effective operation of the bus
Pre-trip inspections and defensive driving
Knowledge and adherence to the routes and schedules
Monitoring the internal and external environment of the bus, utilizing fare tools, anticipating and mediating rider issues and providing excellent customer service
Checks for and maintains safety of the bus in varying traffic and road conditions
Service Clerk
Walgreen's
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date 11/2000 End Date 08/2001
Friendly, courteous and efficient service to customers
Entering sales on the cash register and customer service merchandising
Store inventory and product ordering
Maintaining store signage and displays
Accurate and complete film, camera and photo finishing service and information
Conversion Crew Staff / Ice Arena Operations / Building Security / Command Center Operator
Target Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date 03/1999 End Date 03/2001
Involved in conversion responsibilities and efficient changeovers between events
Working with a team to convert and prepare the arena for events
Installing basketball courts, staging, and risers
Daily maintenance and upkeep of department equipment such as risers, basketball floor and hoops, dressing room furniture, and miscellaneous
Ice Arena Operations / Zamboni Operations
Safety and security of persons, equipment and facilities
Inspecting property and arena levels are secure and locked
Manage all security systems
Snack Bar Associate
Norwest Athletic Club / Lifetime Fitness
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date: 05/1998 End Date: 03/1999
Short order cook duties making smoothies, specialty salads, and more
Experience in food preparation & safety
Customer service advocate, cashiering, exceptional customer service
Cleaning ice cream machines, washing dishes, using commercial dishes, stocking, cleaning kitchen area, counters
Cake Donut Fryer
Old Fashion Donut Shoppe
Crystal, Minnesota Start Date: 06/1997 End Date: 08/1997
Produce fried donut products
Mix and fry bakery product
Proofing, frying and finishing both yeast and cake donuts
Assist in finished product as necessary
Use proper procedures and safety guidelines when using equipment
Maintain clean and organized work area
Communicate effectively and consistently
Education
General Education Diploma
North Community High School Dated Completed: 06/2000
Volunteer Experience
Full time Volunteer Event Production Crew Staff
Community Events Coordinator / Boat Cruise Coordinator / Entertainment Logistics Coordinator
Twin Cities Pride
Minneapolis, Minnesota Start Date: 06/2006 End Date: Present
Coordinate Community Events with local GLBTQA partners & alias and/or partnership
Set-up and striking and the operation of events
Responsible for on-site coordination and fulfillment of the logistical needs
Assistance in artist equipment transportation, monitoring of stages,green rooms, and equipment
Coordinate all aspects of events, in reservation, transportation, food, entertainment, logistical needs
Mailings and Office needs
Skills Achieved
Ability to model corporate values like Respect, Courage, Passion, Teamwork and Integrity
Computer knowledge ( Ms Word, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.) 25 WPM
Operation of xerox, faxing equipment
Answer telephones professionally, connect callers to proper respondents or take messages
Good written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Office Experience - General, Scheduling, Meeting Planning, Dependability, Attention to Detail
Outstanding cusomer service skills
Able to lead a crew of 5 to 10 to perform the tasks safely and efficiently on time restraints or quotas
Knowledgeable on painting, dry wall carpentry
2 years Safe Operation of forklift & Zamboni’s, sky jacks, scissor lifts & aerial lifts, riding scrubbers/sweepers, carpet cleaning extractors, some experience on telescoping boom lifts
Operation of a Wood’s glass lifter on installation / removal of NHL Glass and installation / removal of NHL Hockey Boards
References
References are available upon request