RESUME:
NICHOLAS MINA
33 Lloyd Harbor Rd Huntington, NY 11743▪ (518) 605-1197
norton1962@gmail.com
CAREER INTEREST
Secure a position with a horse farm
QUALIFICATIONS
Highly skilled and dedicated professional with vast industry knowledge and extensive supervisory and hands-on experience in horse farm operations. This includes breeding, foaling, horse care, construction, grounds maintenance, and staffing responsibilities. Has organized and managed all aspects of construction and facility and grounds maintenance projects from start to finish including the construction of a 16-acre horse breeding facility. Worked closely with regulatory agencies, retained engineers, architects and subcontractors in completing the project on time and on budget.
Related Skills & Experience
Leadership/Management ▪ Organization/Planning ▪ Scheduling/Time Management ▪ Budgeting/Cost Control ▪ Safety/Security ▪ Regulatory Compliance ▪ OSHA Standards ▪ Quality Assurance ▪ Staff Supervision ▪ Financial Management ▪ Inventory Control ▪ Material Planning/Purchasing ▪ Pre-Engineered Building Construction ▪ Reading Blueprints/Schematics ▪ Carpentry/Sheetrock ▪ Finishing Work ▪ Operating Spray Equipment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
August 2009 to Present
Manager: Lloyd Harbor Equestrian Center.
Directly responsible for the care of 86 horses, supervision of 6 grooms, and management of 86 acre facility.
May 2007-Augst, 2009 Groom
Claude R. McGaughey Racing Stable Inc./Phipps Stable
2002-2007, Owner
Mina Construction LLC, Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
▪ Directly involved in all aspects of the daily operation of this full-service residential and commercial construction company. Duties included acquiring jobs, estimating/bids/proposals, contract negotiation, project planning, labor and capital requirements, monitoring costs, dealing with associated trades and subcontractors, obtaining building permits, and regulatory compliance issues.
▪ Authorized dealer for Lester Buildings, a leading manufacturer of pre-engineered wood frame building systems and pre-fabricated steel buildings for a variety of residential/commercial applications including storage sheds, horse barns, riding arenas, garage storage, and garage kits.
1999-2002, Farm Management
T. Mina Supply, Flushing, N.Y.
▪ Established Five Oaks Farm in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., performing all duties of construction supervisor and farm manager. Directly responsible for all phases of construction as well as grounds and paddock maintenance for a 16-acre horse breeding facility. Hired and supervised the daily work performance of all breeding and grooming and staff. Renovated a 40-stall barn, built a new paddocks, and completely renovated both the interior and exterior of two houses on the property.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
Broward Community College, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., business administration, 1995; Nassau Community College, Long Island, N.Y., business administration, 1981; L.A. Wilson Technological Centers, Long Island, N.Y., blueprint reading certification, 1989
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Saratoga Building Association, Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; Saratoga Chamber of Commerce, Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; National Frame Building Association, Lawrence, Kan.
References Provided Upon Request
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