Chad Michael
Fairmont,West Virginia
Summary
I plan to become a 70-acre farmer in West Virginia in a valley. Marion County Technical Center has taught me how to be good at land management such as growing crops and maintaining livestock. I have learned Greenhouse knowledge on how to grow, plant, and seed plants. I have learned animal husbandry and how to keep Equipment cleaned and maintained which will benefit my future in agriculture.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Mover
Self-Employed
Fairmont, WV
06.2015 - Current
- Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity
- Moved over customer boxes weighing up to 200 lbs to and from trucks, working quickly to maintain schedules
- Braced, padded and supported items in packages to prevent shifting and damages.
Agriculture Student
Marion County Technical Center
Farmington, WV
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals
- Ordered food for farm animals and arranged for delivery
- Mixed animal feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions
- Operated tractors, tractor-drawn machinery and self-propelled machinery to plow, harrow and fertilize soil
- Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
Education
Animal Systems
Marion County Technical Center
North Marion High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WVSkills
- outdoor backpacking max 20 miles avg 13 miles a day
- Animal Care
- OSHA
- Power Tool Operation
- Safety and compliance
- Construction
- Truck loading
- Housekeeping Duties
- Chainsaw Operation
Awards
- OSHA 10 hours certificate
- NOCTI Animal Systems
- NOCTI Natural Resources Management
- NOCTI Animal Processing
- Basic chainsaw safety certificate
- Governor's Workforce credential WV
- Equipment in the animal processing lab certificate
References
- John Postlethwait, Ag Teacher, +1 (304) 677-9490, Jpoestlethwait@k12.wv.us
- Xander Brand, Part-time Mechanic, +1 (304) 694-2151, xanderbrand03@gmail.com
- Krista Postlethwait, Substitute Teacher, +1 (304) 991-0085
- Bob Pirner, Director of Development at PACE Enterprises, Inc., Pirner teaches about the art, politics, history, religion, social problems, and culture of the Lakota people of the Northern Plains., 304-376-0406, 304-282-1466
Timeline
Agriculture Student
Marion County Technical Center
08.2019 - 05.2023
Equipment Mover
Self-Employed
06.2015 - Current
Animal Systems
Marion County Technical Center
North Marion High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Fairmont State University
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