Nolan Fryer

U.S. Navy Veteran and Certified Welder with over 320 hours of hands-on arc time, specializing in structural and production welding. Holds active AWS and WABO certifications in GMAW (3G and 4G positions).

Combines deep technical proficiency in SMAW, metal-core GMAW, and carbon arc gouging with a robust 6-year background in military law enforcement (E-5) across three distinct commands and high-risk institutional security. Proven track record of strict operational safety, team leadership, crisis management, and high-integrity workmanship.

Structural Welder at Anvil welding instruction (2026-03 – 2026-07)

• Certifications: WABO & AWS Certified
• GMAW 3G (Vertical)
• GMAW 4G (Overhead)
• Welding Processes: GMAW (Gas Metal Arc / MIG)
• SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc / Stick: 6010, 7018)
• Metal-Cored Wire (MCAW)
• Thermal Cutting & Gouging: Oxy-Acetylene Torch
• Oxy-Propane Torch
• Carbon Air Arc Gouging (CAC-A)
• Die Grinders

Security Guard 2 at Eastern State Hospital (2022-09 – 2026-02)

• Maintained safety, accountability, and secure operations within a high-security, 300+ bed inpatient psychiatric hospital.
• Responded rapidly to institutional emergencies, utilizing advanced crisis communication and physical de-escalation techniques to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Conducted routine hazard inspections, strictly enforcing facility access protocols and safety regulations.
• Collaborated closely with medical and administrative staff, maintaining meticulous shift logs and incident reports under strict compliance guidelines.

Master-at-Arms (Military Police) / Second Class Petty Officer (E-5) at U.S. Navy (2016-01 – 2022-01)

• Multi-Command Law Enforcement: Executed comprehensive military police and base law enforcement operations across three distinct naval commands, maintaining strict physical security, access control, and order.
• Combat Deployment (USS Abraham Lincoln, 2019–2020): Served as a key member of the shipboard security forces during a high-tempo deployment, managing force protection, asset security, and emergency response operations at sea.
• Team Leadership & Oversight: Led, trained, and supervised security personnel in high-stakes environments, enforcing strict compliance with federal regulations, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Risk Management: Directed risk assessments, post orders, and equipment inventory, ensuring all tactical gear, communications, and emergency assets were maintained at peak operational readiness.

Comprehensive Welding Certificate in Welding – Anvil Welding Instruction (2026-03 – 2026-07)

High school diploma in General Studies – El Sereno Alternative Education (2008-06 – 2012-05)