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Cole Nelson

Wakefield

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in carpentry at Nelson Contracting, excelling in building renovation and effective communication. Proven track record in supervising teams and ensuring project specifications are met, while maintaining a safe work environment. Skilled in cannabis cultivation, demonstrating strong attention to detail and reliability.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

Nelson Contracting
2014 - Current
  • Supervised teams of up to 4 employees, answering questions, and providing feedback on work progress.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
  • Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.

Medical Marijuana Cultivator/Post-Harvest Tech

Bostica
2023 - 2025
  • Assisted with maintenance and installation of a multi-tier grow facility.
  • Responsible for the harvest of 900-1300 plants each week.
  • Maintained a proper environment for drying cannabis in 8 different drying rooms.
  • Kept track of each individual plant and finished product using Metrc.
  • Operated multiple different machines including the Mobius Trimmer, the Juanna-roll, the Swiftybagger 3600, and the Radsource RS420XL.
  • Attended industry events and learned everything I could from those around me.

Fine Dining Server

Ristorante Euno
2018 - 2023
  • Learned and utilized extensive bar and wine knowledge to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Suggested wine pairings to go with specific menu items.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Server/Bartender

O'briens Irish Pub
2014 - 2018
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.

Education

Wakefield High School
Wakefield, MA

Skills

  • Highly reliable
  • Building Renovation
  • Commercial construction
  • Residential construction
  • Payment processing
  • Point of sale systems
  • Effective communication
  • Cannabis Cultivation
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Carpenter

Nelson Contracting
2014 - Current

Medical Marijuana Cultivator/Post-Harvest Tech

Bostica
2023 - 2025

Fine Dining Server

Ristorante Euno
2018 - 2023

Server/Bartender

O'briens Irish Pub
2014 - 2018

Wakefield High School
Cole Nelson