Nicholas Plyley

Nicholas Plyley

Operations Manager

nico@nicoplyley.com (909) 532-9305 Phoenix, AZ

Professional Profile

Goal-driven operations professional with a proven track record of managing high-stakes facilities, leading teams, and enforcing strict safety and compliance protocols. Currently pursuing a Private Pilot License with logged flight hours, bringing a firsthand understanding of aviation culture, airside safety, and the expectations of pilots and crew. Highly adaptable leader accustomed to dynamic, fast-paced environments requiring critical thinking, rigorous standard operating procedures (SOPs), and the delivery of a premium, high-touch guest experience.

Aviation Qualifications

Private Pilot License (PPL) - In Progress / Active Training

  • Active logged flight hours
  • Deep knowledge of ramp safety
  • Familiarity with pilot & crew needs
  • Understanding of FAA compliance

Core Competencies

Operations Management Team Leadership Safety & Compliance SOPs Guest & Client Relations Staff Training Facility Logistics Emergency Response

Operations Experience

Lead Technician (Acting Supervisor)

Jul 2024 – Present

North Phoenix Clinic | Phoenix, AZ

  • Direct daily operations of a fast-paced clinical environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery for all clients and patients.
  • Lead, schedule, and assign duties to a team of technicians; provide on-the-job training, conduct performance reviews, and correct operational deficiencies.
  • Act as the primary escalation point for client inquiries, resolving conflicts utilizing a hospitality-first, solution-oriented approach.
  • Manage critical inventory, ensuring compliance with strict regulatory reporting, procurement guidelines, and secure storage of sensitive materials.
  • Enforce strict safety and sanitation SOPs to maintain a secure environment, immediately identifying and mitigating operational hazards.

Facility Manager

May 2020 – Nov 2023

Tigers for Tomorrow | Attalla, AL

  • Managed comprehensive day-to-day operations for a high-risk facility, executing precise operational procedures in dynamic indoor/outdoor environments.
  • Interviewed, onboarded, and managed facility staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous development.
  • Developed and enforced emergency response protocols; empowered team members to halt operations when unsafe conditions were observed.
  • Operated, directed, and maintained heavy facility equipment, ensuring all gear was functioning safely and efficiently.

Mobile Unit Manager & Lead Tech

Jun 2017 – Aug 2019

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando | Orlando, FL

  • Oversaw all logistics and safe deployment of mobile medical units across various community locations, adapting to unpredictable weather and logistical challenges.
  • Drove and operated large customized fleet vehicles, ensuring daily maintenance checks and safe maneuvering in tight or populated areas.
  • Managed mobile inventory and accurate record-keeping of daily operations, ensuring technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Keeper

Jun 2016 – May 2022

Amazing Animals Inc. | St. Cloud, FL

  • Maintained strict facility safety, cleanliness, and security standards while performing daily operational duties in demanding physical environments.
  • Demonstrated high situational awareness and extreme attention to detail while working with and providing care for diverse animal species.

Facility Keeper & Trainer

Jun 2016 – May 2020

Reptile World Serpentarium | St. Cloud, FL

  • Directed the comprehensive training program for facility interns, focusing on strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Instructed new team members on critical safety protocols for handling and working in close proximity to highly venomous species.

Volunteer Operations Support

Nov 2010 – Aug 2015

Alleve Animal Hospital

  • Supported fast-paced clinical operations as a volunteer, ensuring exceptional client communication and strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Assisted in facility logistics, inventory management, and maintaining a secure, highly regulated environment for patients and staff.