Experienced farm hand specializing in animal husbandry and health monitoring. Proven track record of maintaining high standards in livestock care and farm operations, resulting in improved animal health and productivity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Freeberg Farms
Lisbon
05.2020 - Current
Assisted with livestock care, including feeding and health checks.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
Documented work performed using computer programs or paper log books.
Collected eggs from chicken coops on a daily basis.
Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and lambing.
Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
Kept detailed records of crop production, livestock health, and equipment maintenance.
Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
Updated records with data about animal growth, feeding patterns, costs and behaviors.
Broke in new horses with diligent and patient approach focused on building trust and obedience.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Lisbon Veterinary Clinic
Lisbon
08.2023 - 05.2024
Maintained cleanliness and organization of clinic facilities and equipment.
Prepared animals for surgeries and medical treatments.
Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lisbon Public School
Lisbon, ND
05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Equine Business Management/Agriculture
University of Minnesota Crookston
Crookston, MN
Skills
Animal husbandry
Livestock health monitoring
Farm maintenance
Record keeping
Feed mixing
Animal handling
Affiliations
Club Activity Dates Jr High Track -2018,2019 Varsity Track - 2020,2021,2022,2023 4H Member 2012-2025 4H County Ambassador 2021-2025 4H Club Vice President 2022-2023 4H Club secretary 2021-2022 4H Club Treasurer 2019-2021 4H Club Reporter 2018-2019 4H Club Historian 2017-2018 4H Club Healthy ND Rep. 2016-2017 4h Competed at the NDSF 2017-present 4h Competed at the RRVF 2011- present 4H Competed at the RCF 2011-Present 4H Attended the Extension Youth Conference 2013 4H Attended the Leadership Awareness weekend 2021 4H Competed at the National Western 4H Roundup 2022 4H Competed at the National Western 4H Roundup 2023 4H Member of Hippology team 2011-2024 4H Member of Horse Judging team 2011-2024 4H Competed in Communication Arts 2011-2024 4H Competed in Decorate your Duds 2011-2024 4H Competed in Project Expo 2011-2024 4H Competed in Consumer Decision Making 2013-2015 FFA Member 2019- present FFA Member of Hippology team 2019-2024 FFA Member of Horse Judging team 2019-2024 FFA Attended District Leadership Conference 2020-2024 FFA Sold fruit for fundraiser 2022-2024 Collegiate FFA Member and Officer Team 2025-2026 National Snaffle Bit Assoc. Exhibitor 2022-present Appaloosa Horse Club Exhibitor 2019-present ND Appaloosa Horse Club Exhibitor 2019-present Red River Rider Saddle Club Exhibitor and Jr. Princess 2022-2024 FM Posse Saddle Club Exhibitor 2022-present WSCA Exhibitor 2022- present
Accomplishments
Competed at the National Western 4H Roundup 2022 -Placed Reserve National Champion Public Speaking Competed at the National Western 4H Roundup 2023 - Placed 5th in the Nation. Red River Riders Jr. Princess - 2022,202 Roger Reinke Scholarship Recipient -2024 Lisbon FFA Alumni Scholarship Recipient - 2020,2021,2022,2023, 2024 ApHC Scholarship Recipient - 2024 Wissota ApHC Scholarship Recipient - 2024 Red River Riders Scholarship Recipient - 2024 FFA Star Ag Business Award - 2024 FFA State Degree Recipient - 2024 All Breed Classic Horse Show High Point- 2022,2023,2024,2025 ApHC World Show Qualifier - 2022,2023,2024,2025
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Lisbon Veterinary Clinic
08.2023 - 05.2024
Farm Hand
Freeberg Farms
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lisbon Public School
Some College (No Degree) - Equine Business Management/Agriculture
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