Nicholas Hickey

Founded drone for service buisness model in Thunderbay Ontario in October 2026.

Partnered with KyneTech Power in March of 2026, to bring grid modernization products to the Canadian market.

• Piloting drones of various sizes within license restrictions. (TC Advanced Operations).
• Procurement and B2B sales, importing from international manufacturers.
• Website Design.
• Working with Excel, Microsoft 365, Adobe, and Google Business Suite of tools.
• Managing multiple fronts of work and client's from different industries.
• SFOC permitting, and regulatory development for SWP's and normal operating procedures.

• Inspecting construction sites for compliance with current construction codes and safety regulations.
• Collaborating with contractors to ensure adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
• Conducted detailed assessments of materials and workmanship for project integrity.
• Prepared comprehensive reports documenting inspection findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Completed Field Maps data collection and compilation.
• Construction of excel workbooks and project tracking documentation.
• Mentored junior inspectors, providing guidance on best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
• Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
• Assisted project managers in developing comprehensive inspection schedules that aligned with overall project timelines.
• Enhanced project efficiency by maintaining accurate records of all inspection activities and findings.
• Collaborated with construction teams to identify and resolve issues promptly, resulting in minimal delays and cost overruns.
• Prevented costly rework or repair efforts by identifying non-compliant installations early in the construction process.
• Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.

• Inspection of towers and tower assemblies
• Inspection of wire and stringing assemblies in transmission and distribution systems
• Inspection of wood, steel, and concrete poles
• Completion of Excel sheets and Microsoft office pages/sheets
• Creation of Excel spreadsheets
• Document review and submission
• Meeting with client officials to discuss and complete works as needed
• Working in groups and alone
• Overall inspections of project segments
• Visual inspection with aerial drone, long range lens cameras, use of offroad equipment from nodwels to sherps, snowmobiles, atv
• Remote helicopter access work
• Aerial lift work and climbing
• Meeting with Clients, taking multiple calls, and general overseeing of 1-2 crews

Hickeys Structured Steel & Trim – Owner Operator Various Locations • 2021 - 2023

• Managed and operated a successful small business specializing in steel building and cladding operations, ensuring high-quality results and satisfied clients.
• Oversaw and completed contracts involving the erection of steel buildings and the installation of liner packages.
• Installed lapping seam roofing and standing seam roofing systems, utilizing both manual and electric roof seaming machines.
• Carried out installation of steel cladding and reinforcement structures on concrete and grouted surfaces, ensuring precise attachment and structural integrity.
• Expertly handled the installation of engineered grouted anchors and affixed steel cladding to concrete walls for secure, long-lasting outcomes.
• Demonstrated effective problem-solving and time management to complete projects on schedule while maintaining safety standards and high-quality workmanship.

• Tree trimming and removal around existing communication and powerline fixtures
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
• Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

• Drive to and from state of Florida in bucket truck
• Perform repairs and maintenance to distribution lines after the most current hurricane "Ian"
• Travel and stay in various hotels and lay down yards
• Organization of tools and hardwear in trucks
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Use of live line gear - rubber gloves & sleeves
• Following safety instructions via birddogs from the local utility

• Managing & guide dutys at a fly in fishing lodge capacity of 16 plus 4-5 staff
• Maintaining gas, diesel , and electrical systems
• Maintaining plumbing and some septic systems
• Guiding guests for fishing
• Providing service and aid to guests
• Helping prepare cooked "shore lunch " daily for guests
• Handle emailing and in person fishing licences
• Handled tips and some small in house financials
• Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
• Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
• Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.

• Started October 2012, with some intermittent works off site with other companies and contractors, alongside some storm restoration work during hurricane season and the winter seasons.
• Installation and quality control of highline transmission lines via helicopter
• Transfer from skid (outside platform attached to helicopter) to transmission tower and other various poles/ towers as needed
• Install mid span materials ie. Marker balls for transmission lines and bird diverters
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

• Install / maintain/ transfer , new and existing telecommunication lines
• Installation of strand and lashing of fiberoptic cable
• Following service orders from various providers and applying each spec . Ie. Rogers , Telus , and bell communication
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

• Shop Foreman for 5-8 man workforce, delegating tasks for day to day work
• Arrived at company with 3+ months of workload behind, caught up and exceeded work goals in 3-4 month period, bringing company back on track for goals and expectations
• Install and repair telecom and powerline for various customers mainly oilfield sites
• Run new lines of telecom strand and fiber
• Wreck out and take down existing telecom and powerline infrastructure
• Install poles
• Framing poles
• Using hydro vac on sensitive oilfield areas
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.