NICHOLAS SHEPPARD
Parker,CO
Summary
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII) and Commercial Pilot with Single-Engine and Multi-Engine ratings, 236.3 hours total flight time, and an FAA First-Class Medical Certificate. Safety-focused professional with leadership, customer service, and emergency response experience. Passionate about introducing prospective students to aviation through discovery flights, mentorship, and instruction while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and integrity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Lead
Parker Fieldhouse
Parker, CO
06.2023 - Current
- Supervise staff and oversee daily operations while maintaining a safe, professional environment.
- Coordinate events and build relationships with community partners and customers.
- Lead employee training, customer service efforts, and conflict resolution.
- Manage cash handling and financial accountability.
- Serve as the primary on-site first responder utilizing First Aid, CPR, and AED training.
Facility Employee
Half Acre Recreation
Laramie, WY
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained facility safety and supported daily operations.
- Provided customer service and resolved patron concerns.
- Worked collaboratively with staff in a fast-paced environment.
Marketing & Sales Intern
Sam's Club
Lone Tree, CO
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted customers with products and services while delivering exceptional customer service.
- Supported sales, inventory management, and daily operations.
Education
Mathematics
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COComputer Science
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Flight Instruction & Discovery Flights
- Aviation Safety & Risk Management
- FAA Regulations & Compliance
- Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
- Customer Service & Relationship Building
- Public Speaking & Communication
- Leadership & Team Development
- Event Coordination & Mentorship
Certification
- CFI, CFII
- Commercial Pilot – ASEL & AMEL
- Instrument Airplane
- High-Performance Endorsement
- FAA First-Class Medical Certificate
- Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Facility Lead
Parker Fieldhouse
06.2023 - Current
Marketing & Sales Intern
Sam's Club
06.2022 - 08.2022
Facility Employee
Half Acre Recreation
11.2021 - 05.2023
Mathematics
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Computer Science
University of Wyoming
FLIGHT EXPERIENCE
- Total Time: 236.3 Hours
- PIC: 142.1 Hours
- Cross-Country: 80.3 Hours
- Instrument: 65.6 Hours
- Multi-Engine: 25.8 Hours
- Night PIC: 16.9 Hours
AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCE
- Cessna 172 Skyhawk
- Cessna 182
- Piper PA-44 Seminole